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Leaky Pond

Leaky Pond is a reservoir in Des Moines County, Iowa.

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Official stocking history

Stocking records show that the following fish or strains were stocked here. A historical stocking does not by itself prove that a self-sustaining population remains today.

Leaky Pond is a pond in Des Moines County, Iowa. Leaky Pond covers about 2 acres.

What to Expect at Leaky Pond

Leaky Pond 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 Leaky Pond

Stocking records for Leaky Pond also list channel catfish, though that does not mean those fish will be easy to catch on every trip.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Leaky, put cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on bottom for channel catfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Leaky Pond

On a first trip to Leaky, 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 Leaky Pond

Spring on Leaky 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 on Leaky can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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