(updated 10-21-2021) McSwain Sports Center (501-945-2471) reports that the lake is living up to its clear name, but the water level is low. This work builds on the sediment budgets for 6 consecutive years of drawdowns of Fall Creek Reservoir (Schenk and Bragg 2021), adding new information on nutrient export, assays of sediment oxygen demand, and vertical profiles of limnological characteristics of the reservoir in late summer prior to drawdown. If it is a cloudy, windy day, it seems like you can find them all day long. Entergy will make the final decision approving or denying the special request based upon the numerous factors, including: Past History of Special Release Requests with accompanied successful events and satisfactory working relationship with Entergy; The past demonstrated stewardship of the river; Number of people that the event will serve; Demonstrated potential for the requested Special Release to provide the most benefit for the most people, Type of organization and purpose of the event: Public service, commercial, social, etc. The schooling bass were chasing large pods of threadfin shad to the surface and blowing them out of the water at daylight in the oxbows near vertical structure where the flats drop off into 8-15 feet of depth until the past couple weeks, and that schooling activity has ceased again. 0000003514 00000 n Bream are poor. Blowup reactions slowed also in the lily pads, but were good on plastic frogs in Junebug, white or pumpkinseed/pearl belly, near pads with timber and stumps until just recently. 03/01/2023 at 4:10 ET / ETR $101.42 1.45 Copyright West LLC. 2021 LLPOA Drawdown & Shoreline Restoration / Dock Information. I am still catching a few on the bottom in 30 feet of water on main lake points or along a shallow shoreline. Lake Sequoyah Boat Dock (479-444-3475) said the lake is slightly stained and has jumped up in the past week, and its sitting 6 inches above normal level. Breaking bass can be found at all major creeks to main channel intersections in the early mornings and sometimes in the evenings. Use the dropdown menu on top left of page Dashboard will give you the most recent water level value. Black bass fell off drastically this week with poor reports. %gB>HE$EBIMx5_ ],6%LIs0h%>|. Small orange or peach eggs have been very effective. Vertical-jigging seemed to work best for the tubes and minnows this week. Always wear a life jacket when on the water and continue to follow park rules and regulations. Oxbows are ranging 5-10 inches depending on location. Lake Catherine will be drawn down three feet this year. 0000125101 00000 n Black bass are pretty slow right now without wind or cloudy weather. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 396.81 feet msl (full pool: 408.00 feet msl). Lake Greeson Tailwater [email protected], Robert Van Der Kar Both lakes will be slowly lowered from Nov. 5 through Nov. 13. With the low clear water, wading is at its best. These releases can be up to six hours each. Blue Mountain Lake (updated 10-21-2021) Dam repair work has been completed by the city of Monticellos contractor, while the AGFC has been rebuilding the lake bottom and areas near where the shoreline will be for fish habitat when the lake is refilled. Largemouth Bass [email protected]. (updated 10-21-2021) Andrews Bait Shop and More (479-272-4025) said Wednesday afternoon that the lake remains clear and is back up to normal level. Shallow diving crank baits long plastic worms have been working the bests. 0000003757 00000 n Entergy Arkansas will not require a permit for the temporary relocation of docks because of the drawdowns, but the dock must be returned to its permitted location once the lake returns to its summer level. I tried all of the usual spots, but the fish were not biting as well as they had on the day before. Lake Catherine (Below Carpenter Dam) The numbers of bass being caught has increased over the past few months. Walleye are still biting, but seemed to have scattered out a bit. It is lightly stained from the mid-lake area and heading north. The next day we started early. Mary Nell and Lynn are experienced anglers, but Leila and Jan were first-timers. Try a small bead-headed nymph (zebra midge, copper John or pheasant tail) suspended 18 inches below a brightly colored San Juan worm (hot fluorescent pink or cerise). Use minnows or black/chartreuse jigs. (updated 10-21-2021) Mike Siefert at Millwood Lake Guide Service said the Army Corps of Engineers 2-foot drawdown of Millwood Lake has ended, and the lake is Focus on the main channel jetties, wooden structures and laydowns on calm sunny days while there is still current. Failure to do so may cause damage to docks and boats. Water temperature is ranging 70-74 d egress and the clarity is clear. We returned to the river and caught a few but it was still slow. If the shoreline is steep or rocky in a particular area, dock owners may need to temporarily move docks to deeper water. The company's guidelines are revised periodically, so be sure to obtain the latest revision if you're planning to build on Entergy Arkansas' shoreline property. Beaver Lake Slowly but surely turnover is progressing. Both are receiving a lot of pressure. The best times have been about 2 or 3 hours after sunset. (870-435-6525) said the tailwaters for Bull Shoals Lake have dropped to 4 feet below power pool; the lake currently is sitting at 655.20 feet msl. Lake Poinsett (updated 10-21-2021) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said the tailwaters for Bull Shoals Lake have dropped to 4 feet below power pool; the lake currently is sitting at 655.20 feet msl. located on our property to be inspected prior to transfer of permit. This requires heavy sink tip lines (250 grain), heavy rods (8-weight or better) and advanced casting skills. This bait dives about 13 to 15 feet. Lakefront property owners who need further information on the drawdown schedule or shoreline permitting guidelines and applications for lakes Hamilton or Catherine may call Entergy Arkansas' hydro operations office at 501-844-2148 or visit the hydro operations website at www.entergy.com/hydro. (updated 10-21-2021) The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Bass Fishing Team says water temperatures around mid-70s, visibility 1-1.5 feet in most places. Catfish are being caught in good numbers; they are biting in shallow water on chicken liver or nightcrawlers. 0000003819 00000 n 0000126971 00000 n Lake Fayetteville Boat Dock (479-444-3476) reported that the lake is clear and at a normal level. Actual water releases may change without notice to meet various system demands or emergencies.Lake and Shoreline Permitting Information: Entergy Hydro Operations will send emails to more quickly communicate matters regarding shoreline permitting and general lake information, similar in content to what is found in the Life on the Lakes newsletter. Weve also been trolling Bandit 300 Crankbaits later in the mornings and catching some spotted bass and a few scattered walleye.. Like with a home inspection this requirement will fall on the home buyer to procure. 0000003347 00000 n The most effective fly has been a tan and brown Clouser minnow. Crappie have been spotted on treetops and old bridge structure at 20-25 feet. Try minnows, jigs and black worms. The summer months were dominated by these fish species with migration in and out of the tailrace a weekly event. Then a fast, short strip back to get them to chase it. Both are receiving a lot of pressure. Lake Catherine is formed by Remmel Dam and Lake Hamilton is formed by Carpenter Dam. To access the real time water elevation of Onota Lake as measured at the Onota Lake Dam, please click on this link: http://www.sutronwin.com/ She had no reports on, Lake Poinsett State Park, reports that Lake Poinsett is still in the process of refilling. Nearer to Cotter, the rainbow catch has been exceptional. We met them at their chosen lodge, River Ridge Inn. Water temps upper 60s for the most part. With that being said, hit it early on those clear, sunny days. Look for structure in 15 feet of water; minnows and jigs are working. Small boats, kayaks or canoes are the only watercraft that can launch at this time. Look for fish to follow shad onto the shallower flats as the water cools. A 2-foot drawdown started Sept. 15, and riprap will be added beginning Sept. 27. have been spotted on treetops and old bridge structure at 20-25 feet. Erling is clear and continues to be low (8 feet) during the drawdown. The Norfork tailwater has had wadable water every day. No reports on bream. Currently the largemouth bass bite has been best for me. WebLake Hamilton is a wonderful lake in central Arkansas on the southern edge of Hot Springs. From a mobile phone, you can also download the SutronWin app from the App Store or Google Play. The water temp cools off below 50 feet and the oxygen level basically is non-existent below this level. Reports from the last two days (Monday and Tuesday of this week) have the crappie being found suspended on the brush with anglers fishing in depths of 17-22 feet. Norfork Lake surface water temperature was slightly less than 73 degrees this morning. Lake Greeson She picked it up quickly. around December 31, 2021. Weekends generation schedule has been minimal. the Corps also said the pool level would rise over the next week because of expected rainfall and the drawdown of Lake Hamilton by Entergys hydropower operations. 0000007815 00000 n De Queen Lake As of Wednesday it was still about 15 inches below normal pool. Always check the generation schedule daily to see if they are running power for the day. The water was fairly low with about 3,000 cfs or less than one full generator. Crappie Try getting up early and targeting these fish with a live minnow on a drop-shot presentation. Use caution at boat ramps and in navigation with the lake pool still low. WebLakes Hamilton or Catherine may call Entergys Hydro Operations office at (501) 844-2148. Fishing under an indicator using pheasant tails, hare's ears, sowbugs, midges and eggs have been producing. These reports will at times contain deficiencies (signage, electrical condition, size and position of facilities, etc.) Arkansas River and White River levels are available at: http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=lzk. Stripers are still hit and miss. The annual drawdown begins on November 1 of each year and the refill of both lakes will begin between March 1 and March 8 of the following year. (updated 10-21-2021) John Berry of Berry Brothers Guide Service in Cotter (870-435-2169) said Norfork Lake fell 0.1 foot to rest at 0.6 foot above power pool of 553.75 feet msl and 26.8 feet below the top of flood pool. With all of the new legal signage/regulatory requirements and concerns over condition based shock hazards, Entergy will require all single family "residential" facilities (boat dock, swim deck, boardwalk, etc.) April 2021. (updated 10-21-2021) Bates Field and Stream (501-470-1846) said Wednesday afternoon that the lake is the normal stain and is at a normal level. For information or unscheduled closures, call the center at 870-241-3373. Dry Run Creek has fished well. The most productive flies have been small midge patterns like zebra midges (black or red with silver wire and silver bead). Some days are just better than others. Get to Peckerwood lake before waterfowl season arrives and the lake is closed to fishing. The rainbows have been healthy and brightly colored and growing! We motored upstream and began fishing. 0000010209 00000 n 0000077772 00000 n As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 257.86 feet msl (normal pool: 259.20 feet msl; top flood elevation is 287.0 feet msl). These fish are beginning to feed heavily again after a long hot summer. School is back in session and now is a great time to fish it, particularly during the week. Norfork Lake fell 0.1 foot to rest at 0.6 foot above power pool of 553.75 feet msl and 26.8 feet below the top of flood pool. 0000043107 00000 n Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. 0000002460 00000 n My preferred method to catch them is to vertical jig with a to 1 ounce spoon. Surface water temperature is 70 degrees. Failure to follow this process could result in the denial of your request. Lake Hamilton will be drawn down five feet. Fishing will continue to get better. 413-499-9359 Crown Lake Black bass remain good on topwater baits and plastic worms. Due to current guidelines, Cooks Lake will be open to fishing during normal business hours Tuesday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., water level pending. 0000006594 00000 n Entergy is working with local Arkansas licensed home inspectors to build a condition based report not unlike that of current home inspections. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reported the lakes elevation at 655.21 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 659.00 feet msl; top flood elevation is 695.0 feet msl). that must be corrected prior to transfer. In 2020, the NHESP approved only a restricted 1ft drawdown, while awaiting a survey for a particular rare and endangered plant species to be conducted in 2021. Shad are starting to group up a little better, but they are spread out and moving into the creeks. The river rose from about 74 feet on November 4 to as high as 78.12 feet on November 8. They seem to hit the spoon on the fall or when it hits the bottom. Get up early using topwaters, poppers and Zara Spooks one-half to three-quarters of the way into the shallow creeks, and look for wind and shad-surfacing action, as well as the birds. (updated 10-21-2021) Todd Gadberry at Mountain Harbor Resort and Spa (870-867-2191/800-832-2276 out of state) says black bass are still good. Slowly but surely turnover is progressing. We will be placing a list of inspectors that have gone through Entergy training on our website (entergy.com/hydro) so you can feel secure that a report submitted by them will be accepted. 0000013147 00000 n HOT SPRINGS (AGFC) - The annual drawdown of Lake Hamilton will be 3 feet this year. Your purchase of a Fishing License helps support the AGFCs work in maintaining the fishing resources throughout the state. Boaters should use caution while on the lakes during the drawdown period because additional shallow areas will exist and winter rains can increase the amount of debris washed into the lakes. Heavy stocking from Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery over the last few months has the river full of, Mark notes that renovations at the Jim Hinkle hatchery have begun, and over the next year work will be going on there to expand the size of the silos and reconstruct them. HOT SPRINGS (AGFC) The annual drawdown of Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine will begin Nov. 3. The river rose from about 74 feet on November 4 to as high as 78.12 feet on November 8. Both were built more that 60 years ago for hydroelectric generation. Catfish are good. We returned to the lodge. Visit www.littlemissouriflyfishing.com for a daily update on fishing conditions. Fish the upper river at the Lassiter Access to avoid them or fish Dam 3 late in the afternoon after they have left the area. Clarity recently stained up along Little River and oxbows due to recent wings (which brought on lake wind advisories). Zimmermans Exxon (501-944-2527) said Wednesday that fishing is slow now on the river and they had no reports. (870-670-4496) reports that lake clarity is clear and the surface water temperature is 70 degrees. Midges, pheasant tails, hares ear and Woolly Buggers are recommended for fly-fishing. Danny motored up from Buffalo Shoals to meet us for lunch. 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