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Managing Small Fishing Ponds and Lakes in Tennessee


December 01, 2011
Tennessee has approximately 200,000 small lakes and ponds that provide over 100,000 acres of potential fishing waters. In fact, these waters account for approximately one-fourth of all fishing trips made in Tennessee annually. With proper planning and management, anglers can enjoy years of good fishing on their own property for not only recreational purposes, but to provide a source of food (fish) for the table. Often times the reason that some ponds and small lakes are unproductive for fishing is the ability of the owner to obtain proper management advice and carry out the recommended practices. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), in partnership with other state and federal agencies, is committed to provide information and recommendations in creating sustained fishing opportunities on both private and public lands. This guide is intended to provide landowners the requirements for producing and maintaining quality fishing, and to help them avoid common mistakes that prevent sustained fishing in small lakes and ponds.

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