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Jefferson Lake Fishing Map
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LOCATION
Jefferson Lake is located about 2.5 miles northwest of Richmond (Salem Township) within Jefferson County. It lies approximately 1.5 miles north of State Route 43 off of County Highway 54. The lake is contained within Jefferson Lake State Park.
HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION
The Jefferson Lake Dam was constructed in 1934. However, it was not until 1946 that the lake was actually filled. In 1974, Jefferson Lake was completely drained, dredged, and restocked during 1976 and 1977 with largemouth bass and channel catfish. Jefferson Lake is 20 acres. The maximum depth of Jefferson Lake is 12 feet. Boats are allowed with electric motors only.
FISHES OF INTEREST TO ANGLERS
Fish species that are found here include largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, brown bullhead, yellow bullhead, pumpkinseed sunfish, warmouth sunfish, and common sucker. Channel catfish yearlings (9”+) are stocked during even-numbered years by the Ohio Division of Wildlife.
FISHING FORECAST
| Type of Fish |
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Size |
Largest
(inches) |
| Largemouth Bass |
Good
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Poor
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21.9
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| Sunfish |
Fair
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Fair
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8.2
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Fish Survey Report
METHODS OF FISHING AND BEST FISHING SITES
Largemouth bass and bluegill can be captured close to shore, especially during the spring and again in the fall. Spinner baits, surface lures, and plastic worms all are good choices for largemouth bass. Waxworms, maggots, or small worms are usually a good choice to attract bluegill and other sunfish species to bite. A small hook (# 10 or smaller) is the best bet for successful bluegill fishing. Channel catfish can be captured relatively close to shore from spring through fall. Shrimp, nightcrawlers, or chicken liver are preferred baits for channel catfish. A sliding sinker rig, using a swivel to keep the weight from hitting the hook (such as what would be used for fishing for bass with plastic worms) will work well. A # 4 hook is a preferred size to use for catfish.
FISH OHIO
Anglers who catch a big fish should enter their prize in the Fish Ohio angler recognition program. A fish qualifies for an award if it meets the minimum size requirement set for the Fish Ohio program.
FISH MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
The ODNR Division of Wildlife’s fish management activities include stocking, population monitoring with nets, electrofishing surveys, angler surveys, felling trees, and preparing Christmas tree piles to act as fish attractors. Additionally, fish management personnel conduct general water quality analyses. A continuing check of water quality and fish populations is vital in determining the management practices necessary to produce quality fish for the public.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The nearest Wildlife District (Three) Office is located at 912 Portage Lakes Drive, Akron, Ohio 44319 (phone number: 330-644-2293). The nearest park office is Guilford Lake State Park (phone number: 330-222-1712).
TURN IN A POACHER
Ohio’s TIP, “Turn In a Poacher,” program is helping curtail poaching throughout the state. TIP is designed to involve the public in reporting wildlife violations. Citizens who observe wildlife violations should call the TIP toll-free hotline, 1-800-POACHER.
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