Rodman Reservoir

After five months of being lowered 7 feet, Rodman Reservoir is scheduled to be back at full pool in April 2026. As the water temperature increases, Largemouth Bass will head to deep water (river channel) in the stump fields. Carolina-rigged soft plastics and deep diving crankbaits, especially around the river channel, are artificial lures of choice; however, spinner baits and soft jerk baits retrieved along the stumps should also provide some action. Anglers may also try drifting or trolling live shiners in the stump fields on both sides of the barge canal in the pool area. In the Orange Springs area, live shiners floated under overhanging vegetation in the river channel should produce some good catches of Largemouth Bass. Flipping crawdads or lizards in/around the vegetation are also worth trying. Bream anglers should fish around stumps and pads using grass shrimp, crickets and worms. Bluegill are caught throughout the reservoir; however, the Kenwood to Orange Springs area generally seems to be the best. For Redbreast Sunfish, fish the riverine section of the reservoir (Orange Springs to Eureka). Small beetle-spins and worms work well. Finally, look for stocky Warmouth between Orange Springs and Cypress Bayou using worms and grass shrimp to get the best results.