Kirwin Reservoir Fishing Report -
Species Rating Size Baits, Method, and Location
Crappie Fair 7 to 17 inches No Reports because No boats allowed from October 1 to April 1, 2024.  Would recommend fishing the north and south shore fish attractors using jigs and jigs tipped with minnows when boats are allowed back on April 1.  Could also possibly catch some off the Dam using jigs and minnows.
Walleye Fair 10 to 29 inches No Reports.  However, walleye should be moving into the Dam to spawn. Therefore, should get those roadrunners and crankbaits out.
White Bass/ Wiper Good 10 to 28 inches No Reports. 
Catfish Fair 10 to 30 inches No Reports
Largemouth Bass Fair 12 to 22 inches No Reports
General Comments

WATER TEMPERATURE- 45°

SURFACE ELEVATION- 1720.83 ---- 8.42' below conservation pool

Currently, the water level is 3.14' lower than it was one year ago, at this time.  

The fish cleaning station is currently closed for the winter. A boat cleaning facility (CD3) has also been added by the fish cleaning station and should be turned on shortly.   

If you have any questions regarding Kirwin Reservoir and the surrounding public lands, contact the USFWS at 785-543-6673.  

Remember it is illegal to release any fish into public water unless it was taken from that water.  Please discard leftover bait in a trash can.