Type: Reservoir
Filed Under: Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Paddling
Filed Under: Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Paddling
Merritt Dam, a feature of the Ainsworth Unit, Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program, is on the Snake River 14 miles upstream from the confluence of the Snake and Niobrara Rivers. Recreation is managed by Nebraska Game and Parks. Reservoir open 24 hours. Good access roads. Available species include walleye, muskie, largemouth bass, crappie, and yellow perch. Irrigation supply reservoir experiencing moderate fluctuations. Reservoir peaks at 2,905 surface acres. Fishing season is year-round. Current reservoir levels.
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Located 21 miles southwest of Valentine, Nebraska. Nearest highway is Nebraska 97.
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Posted by: recreation2 and last modified on Jul 05, 2007 by thoos
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