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LOCATION
Shelby Reservoir #3 is located northeast of the city of Shelby on London West Road. From the city of Shelby, take SR 61 north to London West Rd. Turn east (right) on London West Rd. The entrance to the reservoir is about a half mile east of SR 61.
HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION
Shelby Reservoir #3 is classified as an upground reservoir. It was built in 1993 by the city of Shelby for use as a municipal water supply. Shelby Reservoir #3 has a surface area of 51 acres. Several reefs and rock piles were constructed throughout the bottom of the lake as fish habitat. Depths in the reservoir range from 12 to 28 feet.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND FISHES OF INTEREST TO ANGLERS
Fishing is permitted daily between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. with a valid Ohio fishing license. Good populations of bluegill, yellow perch, walleye, and channel catfish can be found in the lake.
In the spring Shelby Reservoir #3 is stocked with rainbow trout (10 to 13 inches).
Ice fishing is not permitted.
Boaters can launch boats of any size at Shelby Reservoir #3. There is a concrete boat ramp. The use of gasoline motors is prohibited.
FISHING FORECAST
| Type of Fish |
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Size |
Largest
(inches) |
Channel Catfish
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Fair
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Excellent
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27.9
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| Walleye |
Poor
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Poor
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26.7
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Yellow Perch
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Fair
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Fair
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14.6
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Fish Survey Report
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. Applications are available online at FishOhio.org.
FISH MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
The Division of Wildlife’s fish management activities at Shelby Reservoir #3 are developed using information collected from fish population surveys. Fish populations are monitored under the Inland Fisheries Management System using standardized survey techniques. Information on angler success is obtained through angler input and angler harvest surveys. Past fish management activities have included fish stocking, harvest regulations, age and growth studies, water quality analysis, and habitat improvement to produce quality fishing.
METHODS OF FISHING AND BEST FISHING SITES
The key to fishing success is to locate the fish! Boat anglers are typically more successful because they are able to cover more area. Bluegill will bite on a variety of baits including earthworms, wax worms and crickets. Crappies are usually caught using small minnows or jigs. Yellow perch can be caught on minnows, red worms, and wax worms. Channel catfish can be caught tight lining using a variety of baits such as nightcrawlers, minnows, shrimp, and prepared stink baits. Walleye can be caught on minnows, artificial lures, and nightcrawler harnesses. Drifting or trolling a nightcrawler harness is effective during summer for walleye. During early spring, fall, and winter try using jigs tipped with minnows. For more information on fishing methods visit the “Go Fish” page at the Ohio Division of Wildlife Web site wildohio.com
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The nearest district office is Wildlife District Two, 952 Lima Avenue, Findlay, Ohio 45840; telephone (419) 424-5000. Other lake maps and publications can be obtained by calling 1-800-WILDLIFE.
TURN IN A POACHER
Ohio’s TIP, “Turn In a Poacher,” program is helping to 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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