Mononame 171 Reservoir near Richmond: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Out in Ray County, Missouri, sits Mononame 171 Reservoir. The country round it is open valley from end to end. It covers about 7 acres, so this is small water you can walk round in under an hour. It is a small entry by Ray County standards. Richmond sits 0.9 miles from here and is the nearest stop. Lexington lies 7.5 miles off, Albany another 8.3 miles. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Mononame 171 Reservoir

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Ray County records list bluegill, orangethroat darter, green sunfish, plains darter and common carp among the fish reported. The list covers the county rather than this water alone, so treat it as a guide. On this water the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 26°F in January up to 78°F in July. Seasons here are moderate, and the fishing runs most of the year. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. At this water the season follows that pattern closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. The car has to stay half a mile away, which shapes how much tackle you bring. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. If the gate is shut, Ray County Number C-1 Lake at 0.6 miles is the nearest alternative. Nothing on this water should be assumed from this page alone.