Stafford Dam Fish Stocking
Montana · 1940–1977 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Stafford Dam was last stocked April 7, 1977 with Rainbow Trout. Stafford Dam has 36 stocking records on file, spanning 1940–1977, with about 211,815 fish stocked over that period.
When Stafford Dam is stocked
Stafford Dam is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 15 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Stafford Dam, freshest activity first.
Slivka Reservoir #2
1 mi1 species · 2 records
Last stocked August 2015
Anderson Coulee Reservoir
3 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked August 2015
Slivka Reservoir
2 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked July 2013
Judith River
14 mi5 species · 465 records
Last stocked June 2009
Benes Pond 3
11 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked July 2008
Cow Creek
9 mi5 species · 39 records
Last stocked June 2003
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 10,200 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 10,404 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 10,020 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,836 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 10,020 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1971 | Brook Trout | 4,998 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| November 17, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 47 | 20" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 28 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 16, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 240 | 20" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1970 | Brook Trout | 5,460 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 10,290 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 10,400 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 2,815 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 2,815 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 15, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 10,260 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 10,800 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 10, 1966 | Brook Trout | 17,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 4,284 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 4,140 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 7,008 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 5,520 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 1961 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,800 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 4, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 1,380 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 1,518 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 3,060 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 3,240 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 1958 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 1958 | Rainbow Trout | 2,200 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 3,200 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 29, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 7, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 4,320 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1942 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1940 | Rainbow Trout | 25,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Stafford Dam last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Stafford Dam was last stocked April 7, 1977 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Stafford Dam?
Stafford Dam is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Stafford Dam stocked?
Stafford Dam is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Stafford Dam stocked?
Stafford Dam is stocked intermittently — 36 recorded stockings between 1940 and 1977.
How many fish have been stocked in Stafford Dam?
About 211,815 fish have been stocked in Stafford Dam across 36 recorded events since 1940, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Stafford Dam?
Fish stocked in Stafford Dam average about 6.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.