Bowman Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1955–1982 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Bowman Reservoir was last stocked August 3, 1982 with Yellow Perch. Bowman Reservoir has 6 stocking records on file, spanning 1955–1982, with about 9,307 fish stocked over that period.
When Bowman Reservoir is stocked
Nearby stocked waters
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Cole Pond SW
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Kong Reservoir
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Frenchman Creek
6 mi2 species · 8 records
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 3, 1982 | Yellow Perch | 800 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 2,508 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 1,809 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,820 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 10, 1955 | Largemouth Bass | 450 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 10, 1955 | Bluegill | 1,920 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Bowman Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Bowman Reservoir was last stocked August 3, 1982 with Yellow Perch.
What fish species are stocked in Bowman Reservoir?
Bowman Reservoir is stocked with Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill.
How often is Bowman Reservoir stocked?
Bowman Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 6 recorded stockings between 1955 and 1982.
How many fish have been stocked in Bowman Reservoir?
About 9,307 fish have been stocked in Bowman Reservoir across 6 recorded events since 1955, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Bowman Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Bowman Reservoir average about 4.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.