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Jordan Lake

Jordan Lake is a reservoir in Illinois, near Richland County.

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Jordan Lake is a reservoir in Richland County, Illinois. Jordan Lake holds about 78 acre-feet.

What to Expect at Jordan Lake

Jordan Lake was made by holding back a river or creek, making the old channel, bends and quiet coves sensible places to begin.

Fish and Useful Baits at Jordan Lake

A reliable current fish list was not found for Jordan Lake, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Jordan Lake

On a first trip to Jordan, check incoming water, one bend in the old channel and a point near deep water with a moving lure, then slow down with a jig or worm where you get a bite.

When to Fish Jordan Lake

Spring around Jordan is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall around Jordan can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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