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Berner Dam

Berner Dam is a reservoir in Custer County, South Dakota.

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Berner Dam is a reservoir in Custer County, South Dakota with 1.8 acres.

At Berner Dam, start with points, the old creek path and the first drop outside shallow water.

Fish and Baits at Berner Dam

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

How the Seasons Change Berner Dam

Spring on Berner Dam usually starts near the warmest protected bank, shallow wood or the first green weeds. During summer at Berner Dam, 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 Berner Dam.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Berner Dam

Make the first trip to Berner Dam 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.

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