Franklin Creek Mill Pond
Info / Lee County
Family Friendly
No
Handicap Access
Yes
Boat Fishing
No
Boat Ramps
No
Boat Rentals
No
Camping
No
Picnicking
Yes - More Info
Skiing
No
Swimming
No
Trout Stocking
No
Zebra Mussels
Location 3 acres
Fishing Outlook
Redear Sunfish
Good
The Redear Sunfish are present in good numbers, which is surprising due to the cold water that feeds the pond. Fish over 9 inches have been sampled, but most fish will fall into the 7-9 inch range.
Largemouth Bass
Good
The largemouth population has a good distribution with fish ranging from 8 to 18 inches with good relative weights. Fishing can be tough with the water clarity of the Mill Pond.
Bluegill
Good
Franklin Mill pond Bluegills are dominated by fish in the 3-6 inch range but with limited numbers of fish over 8 inches available. All Bluegill sizes have excellent relative weights.
Channel Catfish
Improving
Channel Catfish are present, but in relatively low numbers.
| 2024 | Largemouth Bass | Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7") | 300 |
| 2024 | Largemouth Bass | Fingerling (1 - 3") | 344 |
Contact
136 East Chestnut Street
815-456-2878
Description
Franklin Creek Mill Pond is a 3-acre lake with a maximum depth of 6 feet and an average depth of 2 feet.Site Regulations
Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:
- Recreational Use Restrictions: Closed to all activities except hunting during the 1st, 2nd, and Special CWD deer firearm seasons
- All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 15 inch Minimum Length Limit; 1 Fish Daily Harvest Limit