Dodd-McDowell Reservoir

Dodd-McDowell Reservoir is a reservoir in Dawes County, Nebraska with 15 acres and about 41 acre-feet of storage.

Keep the first pass around Dodd-McDowell Reservoir simple and let the first two bites show whether fish are shallow, near cover or off the bank.

Fish and Baits at Dodd-McDowell Reservoir

A dependable current fish list is not included for Dodd-McDowell Reservoir, so it is better to confirm the fish that are there before buying bait for one species.

How the Seasons Change Dodd-McDowell Reservoir

As Dodd-McDowell Reservoir warms in spring, check shallow cover and the first drop leading away from it. During summer at Dodd-McDowell Reservoir, fish early around shallow cover, then back out toward the creek path or a nearby drop. In fall, follow cooling water and moving bait toward points, green weeds and wind-hit banks at Dodd-McDowell Reservoir.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Dodd-McDowell Reservoir

Make the first trip to Dodd-McDowell Reservoir easy to read by fishing one shallow spot, one nearby drop and one piece of cover, then return to the type of water that gives the first solid bite.