Compton Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1963–1990 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Compton Reservoir was last stocked April 20, 1990 with Rainbow Trout. Compton Reservoir has 20 stocking records on file, spanning 1963–1990, with about 67,753 fish stocked over that period.
When Compton Reservoir is stocked
Compton Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 20, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 3,497 | 3.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 20, 1988 | Yellow Perch | 1,100 | 4.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 20, 1988 | Yellow Perch | 1,100 | 4.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 3,499 | 3.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 3,484 | 3.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 3,505 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 2,503 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 12 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 4,003 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 4,020 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 4,181 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 4,030 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 4,104 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 3, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 3,006 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 3,118 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 3,036 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 3,024 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 3,003 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 5,040 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Compton Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Compton Reservoir was last stocked April 20, 1990 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Compton Reservoir?
Compton Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Yellow Perch.
What time of year is Compton Reservoir stocked?
Compton Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Compton Reservoir stocked?
Compton Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 20 recorded stockings between 1963 and 1990.
How many fish have been stocked in Compton Reservoir?
About 67,753 fish have been stocked in Compton Reservoir across 20 recorded events since 1963, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Compton Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Compton Reservoir average about 4.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.