Potters No 1 Fish Stocking
EMERY County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Potters No 1 was last stocked June 29, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Potters No 1 has 292 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 334,848 fish stocked over that period.
When Potters No 1 is stocked
Potters No 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 99 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Potters No 1
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in EMERY County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Potters No 1, 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 Potters No 1 was last stocked June 29, 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 Potters No 1:
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.
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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Potters No 1
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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Potters No 1, freshest activity first.
Millers Flat Reservoir
6 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 162 records
Last stocked July 2026
Jewkes Van Buren Lake
9 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 85 records
Last stocked July 2026
Huntington Reservoir
10 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 47 records
Last stocked July 2026
Potters No 2
0 miEMERY County · 2 species · 274 records
Last stocked June 2026
Joes Valley Reservoir
11 miEMERY County · 5 species · 299 records
Last stocked June 2026
Grassy Lake Reservoir
9 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 240 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,006 | 9.03" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | 9.61" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 10.83" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| August 3, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| July 28, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 9.15" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 29, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,007 | 11.05" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,242 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 749 | 9.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.87" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 704 | 11.3" | Utah DWR |
| August 13, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 11.3" | Utah DWR |
| August 5, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,503 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 11.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,007 | 10.67" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 704 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.56" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,440 | 10.94" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.56" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 10.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 798 | 10.31" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 802 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 904 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| August 8, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 720 | 11.2" | Utah DWR |
| July 28, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 817 | 11" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.81" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,495 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10.18" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| August 6, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Potters No 1 last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Potters No 1 was last stocked June 29, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Potters No 1?
Potters No 1 is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Potters No 1 stocked?
Potters No 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Potters No 1 stocked?
Potters No 1 has been stocked about 6 times a year — 292 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Potters No 1?
About 334,848 fish have been stocked in Potters No 1 across 292 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Potters No 1?
Fish stocked in Potters No 1 average about 10.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Potters No 1?
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 Potters No 1?
Freshly stocked trout in Potters No 1 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.