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FRANKLIN CREEK MILL POND
Lake Information
County: Lee
Acreage: 3
Average Depth: 2 feet
Recreational Amenities
Boat Fishing? None
Boat Ramps? No
Boat Rental? No
Skiing? No
Swimming? No
Picnicking? Yes
Camping? Yes
There are no zebra mussels in this lake.
Lake Status Summary ( Full PDF Report )
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Species |
Rank |
Fish Status |
Good | Franklin Mill pond bluegills are dominated by fish in the 3-6 inch range but with limited numbers of fish over 8 inches available. All Bluegill sizes have excellent relative weights. | |
Improving | Channel Catfish are present, but in relatively low numbers. | |
Good | The largemouth population has a good distribution with fish ranging from 8 to 18 inches with good relative weights. Fishing can be tough with the water clarity of the Mill Pond. | |
Good | The Redear Sunfish are present in good numbers, which is surprising due to the cold water that feeds the pond. Fish over 9 inches have been sampled, but most fish will fall into the 7-9 inch range. | |
Location: Franklin Mill pond is located within Franklin Creek State Natural Area and is located between Rochelle and Dixon, just north of IL RTE 38. On IL RTE 38 on the west side of the small town of Franklin Grove, turn north on Daysville Road and go one block to Old Mill Road. Turn left (west) on Old Mill Road and proceed one mile to the State Natural Area.
Description: Franklin Mill Pond is a 3-acre lake with a maximum depth of 6 feet and an average depth of 2 feet.
Additional Lake Information: All Fish: 2 Pole and Line Fishing Only
Site Regulations:
Large or Smallmouth Bass: 1 fish daily limit; 15˝ minimum length limit
Bluegill or Redear Sunfish: No daily limit; no minimum length limit
Channel Catfish: No daily limit; no minimum length limit
Contact Information: Illinois Department of Natural ResourcesFranklin Creek State Natural Area 136 East Chestnut Street815-456-2878IDNR Fisheries Biologist: David Wyffels 630-360-4185