Forks Tank

Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County is a reservoir in New Mexico and covers about 0.2 acres, reaches about 1.8 feet at its deepest point and holds roughly 0.2 acre-feet.

On a water as small as Forks Tank, one weed edge or deeper pocket can hold much of the day’s activity. With little deep water in Forks Tank, weeds, wind, and water color can matter more than depth alone.

Fish and Baits

At Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County, the fish mix here is not confirmed, so check fresh local information before choosing a target or keeping a catch.

At Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County, begin with one slow bottom presentation and one moving bait, then let bites show whether fish are holding close to cover or roaming open water.

How to Read the Water

To begin fishing Forks Tank, make one shallow pass and one deeper pass on the same shoreline; that shows whether fish are tight to cover or using the first break.

Season by Season

At Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County, spring runoff can add color and pull fish toward fresh water; green weeds and the first drop become stronger summer targets; in fall, follow bait toward points and shallow flats, while winter rewards a slower search.

A Simple Tackle Plan

At Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County, a medium spinning rod, 8-pound line, a small box of jigs, a few crankbaits, and a simple bottom rig cover most situations; change depth or speed before changing every piece of tackle.

At Forks Tank in the northern part of Otero County, record the wind, water color, productive depth, and cover after a bite; those four notes are more useful on the next trip than a long list of spots that did not produce.