Weinberg-King Pond 1
Location 4 acres
Fishing Outlook
Black Crappie
Fair
Black Crappie are present in this pond. Five Black Crappie were collected in the most recent survey, ranging from 7.3-9.1”. Anglers are encouraged to harvest Black Crappie. This pond is scheduled for renovation in 2027.
Redear Sunfish
Good
Redear Sunfish are doing well in this pond. Redear Sunfish were collected at a rate of 44 fish per hour of electrofishing in during the most recent survey. 9.1% of catchable sized fish were 8” or larger. This pond is scheduled for renovation in 2027.
Largemouth Bass
Average
During the most recent survey, 18 Largemouth Bass were collected, resulting in a catch rate of 72 Largemouth Bass per hour of electrofishing. Fish ranged from 4.3-21.0”. This lake has aged and filled in with sediment. It is scheduled for renovation in 2027.
Bluegill
Average
Bluegill were collected at a catch rate of 156 fish/hour of electrofishing during the most recent survey. Bluegill measured up to 6.6”. This pond is scheduled for renovation in 2027.
Channel Catfish
Good
One Channel Catfish was collected during the most recent survey. It measured 20.2” and weighed 2.56lbs. IDNR will stock Channel Catfish as hatchery production allows, after the pond is renovated in 2027.
| 2025 | Channel Catfish | Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7") | 159 |
| 2024 | Channel Catfish | Fingerling (1 - 3") | 120 |
Contact
IDNR Fisheries Biologist
IDNR Pittsfield Field Office 1252 West Washington Street Pittsfield, IL 62363
Send Message
(217) 622-7219
217-392-2345
Description
This pond has good shoreline access and has a desirable sport fishery.Fishery History
Other fish species in this pond include Golden Shiners. This pond has filled in with sediment over time and will be renovated in 2027.Site Regulations
Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:
- All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing
- Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit (statewide regulation)
Additional Information
Planning to eat your catch? Fish Consumption Advisory information can be found here: Fish Consumption Advisory Page