Br 047 Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1940–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Br 047 Reservoir was last stocked August 12, 2025 with Largemouth Bass. Br 047 Reservoir has 16 stocking records on file, spanning 1940–2025, with about 33,350 fish stocked over that period.
When Br 047 Reservoir is stocked
Br 047 Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Br 047 Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Montana.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Br 047 Reservoir, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Br 047 Reservoir was last stocked August 12, 2025, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Montana freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Montana license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Montana fish & wildlife agency.Official Montana regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Br 047 Reservoir:
Catfish Rigging
Fish a Carolina slip-sinker bottom rig with a 1/2 to 1 oz egg sinker, swivel, and 1/0–3/0 circle hook. Baits such as chicken liver, cut baitfish (shad), nightcrawlers, and stink baits produce best during early morning, dusk, or night in deeper holes.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
Largemouth Bass Profile Tips
The centerpiece of American bass fishing culture, taken on everything from topwater lures to soft plastics and live bait.
Bluegill Profile Tips
A staple of family and youth fishing programs; readily takes worms, small jigs, and flies.
Recommended Tackle for Br 047 Reservoir
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Heavy Duty Offset Circle Hooks (1/0–3/0)
Circle hooks naturally turn into the corner of a catfish's jaw as it turns, preventing gut-hooking and improving hookup rates.
Catfish Carolina Rig & Egg Sinker Terminal Kit
Delivers cut bait or stink bait right to channel bottoms and deep holes where stocked channel cats scavenge.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
Bobby Garland Baby Shad Crappie Jig & Plastic Kit
Micro-jig heads paired with soft swimbaits mimic tiny baitfish and insects for schooling crappie and bluegill.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 2.02" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 2023 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 2.91" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 20, 2021 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2019 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.55" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 2,000 | 1.25" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 1966 | Largemouth Bass | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 8, 1957 | Bluegill | 18,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 15, 1956 | Largemouth Bass | 3,600 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 8 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 18, 1945 | Bullhead | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 18, 1945 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 24, 1944 | Largemouth Bass | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1943 | Bullhead | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1943 | Bass | 150 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1943 | Bluegill | 150 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 1940 | Crappie | 200 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 1940 | Bass | 250 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Br 047 Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Br 047 Reservoir was last stocked August 12, 2025 with Largemouth Bass.
What fish species are stocked in Br 047 Reservoir?
Br 047 Reservoir is stocked with Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Bullhead, Bass, and Crappie.
What time of year is Br 047 Reservoir stocked?
Br 047 Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Br 047 Reservoir stocked?
Br 047 Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 16 recorded stockings between 1940 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Br 047 Reservoir?
About 33,350 fish have been stocked in Br 047 Reservoir across 16 recorded events since 1940, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Br 047 Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Br 047 Reservoir average about 2.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Br 047 Reservoir?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Montana freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Montana fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.