American Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1934–1952 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, American Creek was last stocked August 11, 1952 with Cutthroat Trout. American Creek has 19 stocking records on file, spanning 1934–1952, with about 112,502 fish stocked over that period.
When American Creek is stocked
American Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near American Creek, freshest activity first.
Barker Lake, Upper
9 mi2 species · 19 records
Last stocked September 2025
Barker Lake, Lower
10 mi3 species · 36 records
Last stocked September 2025
Hearst Lake
8 mi2 species · 9 records
Last stocked August 1984
Haggin Lake
9 mi2 species · 8 records
Last stocked August 1984
Mill Creek, S Fk
7 mi1 species · 15 records
Last stocked August 1952
Little American Creek
1 mi1 species · 8 records
Last stocked August 1952
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 11, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,576 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,576 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 5, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 5, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 9, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 9, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 11 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 27, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 1947 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1946 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1945 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1945 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1943 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1943 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 625 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 625 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 1934 | Rainbow Trout | 11,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 1934 | Rainbow Trout | 11,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was American Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, American Creek was last stocked August 11, 1952 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in American Creek?
American Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is American Creek stocked?
American Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is American Creek stocked?
American Creek is stocked intermittently — 19 recorded stockings between 1934 and 1952.
How many fish have been stocked in American Creek?
About 112,502 fish have been stocked in American Creek across 19 recorded events since 1934, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in American Creek?
Fish stocked in American Creek average about 2.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.