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Silver Creek Lake Fishing Map
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LOCATION
Silver Creek Lake is located in Summit County about two miles south of the city of Norton. The lake is approximately one mile north of State Route 585 off of Medina Line Road. Silver Creek Lake is contained within Silver Creek Metro Park, which is owned by Metroparks Serving Summit County.
HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION
The Ohio Division of Wildlife manages the fisheries resources at this lake. Silver Creek Lake was created by damming a spring from an old mine located near Wall Road. The lake was constructed during the early 1990s. of the lake is 46 acres. The maximum depth of Shreve Lake is 12 feet. Boats are allowed with electric motors only.
FISHES OF INTEREST TO ANGLERS
Fish species that are found in Silver Creek Lake include largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and rainbow trout (April through May). Channel catfish yearlings (9”+) are stocked during even-numbered years by the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Catchable-sized (10” to 12”) rainbow trout are stocked during March or April each year.
FISHING FORECAST
| Type of Fish |
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Size |
Largest
(inches) |
| Largemouth Bass |
Excellent
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Fair
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19.7
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| Sunfish |
Poor
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Fair
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7.4
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Fish Survey Report
| Type of Fish |
Percent Seeking |
Catch Rates |
Fishing Pressure |
| Catfish |
12%
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Excellent
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Low
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| Crappie |
4%
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Good
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Low
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| Largemouth Bass |
14%
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Excellent
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Low
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| Sunfish |
8%
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Poor
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Average
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Angler 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. Yellow perch may be caught on worms or minnows. 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. Trout may be taken on a variety of baits including worms, maggots, corn kernels, artificial salmon eggs, minnows, or ¼ ounce spinners or spoons.
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). Metroparks Serving Summit County can be reached at (330) 867-5511.
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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