Reward for tagged  flathead catfish.

Brookfield City Lake is located just out side the city limits on highway 11 north east.  The lake has a campground, boat ramp, and ample good areas for bankfishing.  Boats are limited to idle speed only if over 10 hp.   Limits as of spring 2002   Species Daily limits Protected Lengths Largemouth Bass 6 12" to 15" Channel Catfish 4 Crappie 30 all other fish combined 20

This 160-acre lake on Fountain Grove Conservation Area offers anglers a unique fishing

experience. Numerous habitat types such as submerged levees, borrow ditches, rock reefs and standing timber hold several fish species. The lake has moderate numbers of largemouth bass with several longer than 15 inches. Anglers fishing with crank baits, jigs, or live bait may pick up an occasional walleye. The crappie population has good numbers of 9- to 11-inch fish. White bass can offer fast paced action on windy days. The lake is gaining a reputation for trophy flathead catfish. The lake has several fish over 20 pounds. This fishery is unique and can be easily destroyed. In order to estimate harvest, numerous flathead catfish have been tagged. If an angler catches a tagged fish, they should contact the Missouri Department of Conservation at 660/646-6122. A new disabled user fishing dock and privy have been popular additions to the lake. The lake is closed to fishing from October 15^th through February 15th.

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