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Wichita Falls, Texas 76301
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Robert Mauk, Biologist
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Lake Jacksboro
Quick Links: Fishing Regulations | Angling Opportunities | Cover & Structure | Tips & Tactics
Lake Characteristics
Location: In Jack County, northeast side of Jacksboro off US 59
Surface area: 116 acres
Maximum depth: 30 feet
Impounded: 1951
Water Conditions
Fluctuation: Low
Normal Clarity: 3 feet visibility
Reservoir Controlling Authority
City of Jacksboro
112 West Belknap
Jacksboro, TX 76458
(940) 567-6321
Aquatic Vegetation
Water willow and pondweed can be found along the shoreline.
Predominant Fish Species
Lake Records
Stocking History
Latest Survey Report
Lake Maps
None available
Fishing Regulations
All species are currently managed under statewide regulations.
Angling Opportunities
| Species | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass |  |
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| Catfish |  |
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| White Crappie |  |
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| White Bass |  |
Fishing Cover/Structure
Rocky shoreline with some native aquatic vegetation
Tips & Tactics
Fish rocks and vegetation with crankbaits, Texas rigged plastics, and topwater baits for Largemouth Bass.