Needle Butte Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1956–1957 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Needle Butte Reservoir was last stocked August 14, 1957 with Largemouth Bass. Needle Butte Reservoir has 2 stocking records on file, spanning 1956–1957, with about 22,000 fish stocked over that period.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 1957 | Largemouth Bass | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1956 | Walleye | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Needle Butte Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Needle Butte Reservoir was last stocked August 14, 1957 with Largemouth Bass.
What fish species are stocked in Needle Butte Reservoir?
Needle Butte Reservoir is stocked with Largemouth Bass and Walleye.
How often is Needle Butte Reservoir stocked?
Needle Butte Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 2 recorded stockings between 1956 and 1957.
How many fish have been stocked in Needle Butte Reservoir?
About 22,000 fish have been stocked in Needle Butte Reservoir across 2 recorded events since 1956, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Needle Butte Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Needle Butte Reservoir average about 3.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.