Sanburn Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1963–1985 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Sanburn Reservoir was last stocked September 5, 1985 with Largemouth Bass. Sanburn Reservoir has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 1963–1985, with about 75,599 fish stocked over that period.
When Sanburn Reservoir is stocked
Sanburn Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Sanburn Reservoir, freshest activity first.
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Williams Pond 1
7 mi2 species · 6 records
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Williams Pond 2
7 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked July 1997
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 5, 1985 | Largemouth Bass | 599 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 10 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 24, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Sanburn Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Sanburn Reservoir was last stocked September 5, 1985 with Largemouth Bass.
What fish species are stocked in Sanburn Reservoir?
Sanburn Reservoir is stocked with Largemouth Bass and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Sanburn Reservoir stocked?
Sanburn Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Sanburn Reservoir stocked?
Sanburn Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 1963 and 1985.
How many fish have been stocked in Sanburn Reservoir?
About 75,599 fish have been stocked in Sanburn Reservoir across 18 recorded events since 1963, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Sanburn Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Sanburn Reservoir average about 3.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.