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James River

South Dakota, United States

4.7Β·446 catches

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Silver carp

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Common carp

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Walleye

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General info

James River is a stream located in South Dakota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish, Northern pike, and Common carp.

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Location

45Β°21β€²12.6β€³N 98Β°18β€²41β€³W
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the James River is a stream located in South Dakota, United States. Its coordinates are:
45Β°21β€²12.6β€³N 98Β°18β€²41β€³W
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