Russell Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1948–1960 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Russell Reservoir was last stocked July 27, 1960 with Largemouth Bass. Russell Reservoir has 11 stocking records on file, spanning 1948–1960, with about 6,676 fish stocked over that period.
When Russell Reservoir is stocked
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 27, 1960 | Largemouth Bass | 400 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 1957 | Bluegill | 4,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 1957 | Largemouth Bass | 800 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1950 | Largemouth Bass | 790 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 31, 1949 | Bluegill | 140 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 31, 1949 | Bullhead | 128 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 31, 1949 | Bluegill | 140 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 31, 1949 | Bullhead | 128 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 1948 | Bullhead | 50 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 7, 1948 | Bluegill | 50 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 7, 1948 | Largemouth Bass | 50 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Russell Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Russell Reservoir was last stocked July 27, 1960 with Largemouth Bass.
What fish species are stocked in Russell Reservoir?
Russell Reservoir is stocked with Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Bullhead.
How often is Russell Reservoir stocked?
Russell Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 11 recorded stockings between 1948 and 1960.
How many fish have been stocked in Russell Reservoir?
About 6,676 fish have been stocked in Russell Reservoir across 11 recorded events since 1948, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Russell Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Russell Reservoir average about 2.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.