DSR Fishing Report for 09 January 2026

  The current dam release is 1,200 CFS on until 01/10/26 11:59 PM.  The Pineville gauge is currently 1560 CFS as of 4:30pm. The water temperature was not available this morning. Sunrise: 7:38 AM Sunset: 4:47 PM  

REPORT:

There were less than 10 anglers on the run today, fishing conditions were challenging, the morning group had wind, rain and the water clarity dropped. A couple of fish were hooked. One angler who fished the afternoon had a bit better luck, still dealing with the wind and very stained water, he was able to hook a couple and landed one.  

WEATHER:

The forecast for tonight: Overcast. Low 32F. Winds W at 15 to 25 mph The forecast for tomorrow: Cloudy skies with periods of rain later in the day. High 39F. Winds E at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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2026 DAILY ACCESS FISHING PASS RELEASE DATES:

- 1 January through 27 August 2026 fishing passes are currently available -28 August – 30 September 2026 fishing passes released for sale Monday 19 Jan 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM -October and September fishing passes released for sale Wednesday 21 January 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM - Premium Access Passes (11 Sep – 29 October) released Friday 23 January 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM (only Premium Access will be sold on the 23^rd)   Season Pass Renewals will begin March 1st, 2026. Full payment or a deposit will be required by March 31st, 2026. Balance payments will be due by June 26th, 2026.  

LODGE AVAILABILTY

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