Kinmundy Reservoir
Info / Marion County
Family Friendly
No
Handicap Access
No
Boat Fishing
Yes - No Wake
Boat Ramps
Yes
Boat Rentals
No
Camping
No
Picnicking
No
Skiing
No
Swimming
No
Trout Stocking
No
Zebra Mussels
None
Location 107 acres
| 2025 | Channel Catfish | Advanced Fingerling (4 - 7") | 750 |
| 2024 | Channel Catfish | NonVulnerable (8 - 10") | 450 |
Contact
618-547-3221
Description
Kinmundy Reservoir was constructed in 1998 to serve as a recreational and potable water supply for the City of Kinmundy, Illinois. The lake has a surface area of 107 acres, a maximum depth of 26 feet, and a mean depth of 12 feet. The lake has 3.2 miles of shoreline and a watershed of 750 acres.Fishery History
The sportfish population in Kinmundy Reservoir is comprised primarily of Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, and Redear Sunfish. Common Carp are also present in the lake. The fish population is surveyed annually.Site Regulations
City of Kinmundy boat permits are required. They can be purchased at Kinmundy City Hall. The entire lake is under a "No Wake" regulation.
Tournament Restrictions: Please contact the City of Kinmundy at 618-547-3221 to receive a City of Kinmundy permit before applying for an IDNR permit. Tournaments are only allowed on the New Reservoir (the larger lake). No tournament permits will be issued for Memorial Day Weekend, the 4th of July Holiday, and Labor Day Weekend.
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. Bowfishing is allowed.
- Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 15 inch Minimum Length Limit; 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit