Kickapoo Reservoir

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Lake Characteristics

Location: 29 miles from Wichita Falls in southern Archer County
Surface area: 6,028 acres
Maximum depth: 48 feet
Impounded: 1947

Water Conditions

Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,045 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 6 feet
Normal Clarity: 1-2 feet visibility

Reservoir Controlling Authority

City of Wichita Falls
1300 7th Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76307
(940) 761-7477

Aquatic Vegetation

Extremely limited in this turbid lake

Predominant Fish Species

• Largemouth bass
• White bass
• Channel, blue & flathead catfish
• White crappie

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
Catfish
Crappie
White bass

Fishing Cover/Structure

Rip-rap, rocky points, and islands

Tips & Tactics

Bass tend to be shallow off points and islands. Catfish can be found throughout the reservoir but best catches are from the upper part. Crappie are popular off the Kickapoo fishing barge (fee required) using jigs and minnows.