Comments: Over time, this has been one of the most controversial lakes in Texas. It was once
choked with hydrilla, an equatic plant that restricts access, and over the objections of Texas
Parks and Wildlife fisheries analysts, grass carp were introduced. This species removed the
hydrilla problem but in so doing, also ruined habitat for game fish. Since then, concerned
citizens have been trying to re-establish fish habitat.
Lake Records:
| Species | Pounds | Inches | Angler |
| Largemouth bass | 12.93 | 24.00 | Glen Alldredge |
| Blue catfish | 99.00 | 55.50 | Joe Lynch |
| Channel catfish | 15.50 | 32.00 | Clay Dockvay |
| Flathead catfish | 86.00 | 55.00 | Jimmie Johnson |
| Hybrid striped bass | 10.25 | 27.50 | William Grubbs |
| Smallmouth buffalo | 45.50 | 40.00 | Lon E Goodgrum |
| White bass | 3.56 | 18.50 | John L. Parker |
| White crappie | 2.51 | 16.00 | Charles D. Walker |
Fishing Quality:
Facilities: There are numerous public marinas located on the lake, all with paved boat ramps.
The upper end of the lake lies within the Sam Houston National Forest, thus the shoreline is
open to public fishing.