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Mississippi River (Pool 13), IL
River spanning Carroll/Whiteside counties, Illinois. The Mississippi River navigation pool above Lock & Dam 13 near Savanna and Fulton, a wide stretch of backwaters, wing dams and side channels. A strong multispecies fishery for walleye and sauger (especially below the dams), smallmouth and largemouth bass, channel/flathead/blue catfish, white bass, and bluegill. The tailwater below Lock & Dam 13 is a classic walleye/sauger spot.
Overall bite score
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What swims here
10 tracked species in Mississippi River (Pool 13), with the months each fishes best.
Water facts
Live water temp + flow via USGS 05420500 (Mississippi River at Clinton, IA, at the head of Pool 13). Statewide limits apply on the river; walleye/sauger 14 in min, 6/day. Ramps: Savanna (Marquette Park), Mississippi Palisades State Park area, Thomson, Fulton.
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