Brough Reservoir Fish Stocking
UINTAH County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Brough Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 2026 with Wiper. Brough Reservoir has 164 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 633,617 fish stocked over that period.
When Brough Reservoir is stocked
Brough Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 49 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Brough Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in UINTAH County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Brough Reservoir, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Brough Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 2026, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Utah freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Utah license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Utah fish & wildlife agency.Official Utah regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Brough Reservoir:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Catfish Rigging
Fish a Carolina slip-sinker bottom rig with a 1/2 to 1 oz egg sinker, swivel, and 1/0–3/0 circle hook. Baits such as chicken liver, cut baitfish (shad), nightcrawlers, and stink baits produce best during early morning, dusk, or night in deeper holes.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
Wiper Profile Tips
Known for hard, sustained runs; often caught by casting or trolling near baitfish schools, sometimes visible as surface-feeding 'boils.'
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Recommended Tackle for Brough Reservoir
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
Heavy Duty Offset Circle Hooks (1/0–3/0)
Circle hooks naturally turn into the corner of a catfish's jaw as it turns, preventing gut-hooking and improving hookup rates.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Brough Reservoir, freshest activity first.
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Browns Draw Reservoir
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Steinaker Reservoir
20 miUINTAH County · 6 species · 352 records
Last stocked May 2026
Cottonwood Reservoir
8 miUINTAH County · 9 species · 87 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2026 | Wiper | 512 | 8.86" | Utah DWR |
| November 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 926 | 11.58" | Utah DWR |
| October 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 236 | 15.17" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2025 | Wiper | 80 | 7.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2025 | Wiper | 320 | 7.83" | Utah DWR |
| October 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 11.23" | Utah DWR |
| October 3, 2024 | Largemouth Bass | 1,302 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 650 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2024 | Brown Trout | 1,502 | 2.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2024 | Wiper | 21,000 | 0.32" | Utah DWR |
| November 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 533 | 12.08" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2023 | Largemouth Bass | 1,020 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| August 17, 2023 | Wiper | 501 | 8.94" | Utah DWR |
| November 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 12.31" | Utah DWR |
| October 4, 2022 | Brown Trout | 1,053 | 4.96" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,991 | 8.42" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 10.11" | Utah DWR |
| October 13, 2021 | Brown Trout | 1,014 | 5.08" | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 2021 | Brown Trout | 795 | 2.67" | Utah DWR |
| March 23, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 4,125 | 7.89" | Utah DWR |
| November 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 192 | 17.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2020 | Brown Trout | 825 | 2.67" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,243 | 8.9" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2020 | Brown Trout | 800 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,782 | 10.97" | Utah DWR |
| April 26, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,748 | 10.71" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 4,884 | 4.62" | Utah DWR |
| November 5, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 11.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2019 | Brown Trout | 997 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2019 | Brown Trout | 785 | 2.29" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 6,768 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 4.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 4,360 | 2.32" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 4,906 | 7.93" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 935 | 13.5" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 100 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 5 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2018 | Brown Trout | 795 | 2.99" | Utah DWR |
| April 2, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 455 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| April 2, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,333 | 11.96" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 3,770 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| October 24, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 3,036 | 7.45" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,800 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2017 | Brown Trout | 3,200 | 2.36" | Utah DWR |
| December 7, 2016 | Brown Trout | 871 | 12.28" | Utah DWR |
| October 26, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 5,586 | 7.81" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2016 | Brown Trout | 797 | 3.02" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2015 | Brown Trout | 918 | 2.9" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Brough Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Brough Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 2026 with Wiper.
What fish species are stocked in Brough Reservoir?
Brough Reservoir is stocked with Wiper, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout, and Crayfish.
What time of year is Brough Reservoir stocked?
Brough Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Brough Reservoir stocked?
Brough Reservoir has been stocked about 3 times a year — 164 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Brough Reservoir?
About 633,617 fish have been stocked in Brough Reservoir across 164 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Brough Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Brough Reservoir average about 6.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Brough Reservoir?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Utah freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Utah fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Brough Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Brough Reservoir typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.