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Brazoria Reservoir

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Texas, United States

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Black drum

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Bluegill

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Black bullhead

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Alligator x longnose gar

58 in · 55 lb

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Blue catfish

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General info

Brazoria Reservoir is a lake located in Brazoria County, Texas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish, Black bullhead, and Black drum.

Location

29°04′19.1″N 95°31′33.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Brazoria Reservoir, TX

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Texas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryTexas State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit25

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Restrictions & requirements

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Additional information
No minimum size, but only 10 of the 25 catfish bag limit can be 20-inches or greater in length; this applies to blue and channel catfish in any combination. Hook and line only. Statewide regulations apply to all public fresh waters except locations noted in the Exceptions to Statewide Freshwater Harvest Regulations.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Season open: year-round
Black drum

Black drum

Regulation boundaryTexas State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size14" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size30" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 52

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
No more than 1 black drum over 52 inches may be retained per person per day and counts as part of the daily bag and possession limit.
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Pogonias cromis
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Cities nearby

Brazoria

3.1 miles away

Lake Jackson

4.7 miles away

East Columbia

7.1 miles away

Clute

8.4 miles away

Angleton

9.0 miles away

Sweeny

10.6 miles away

Freeport

13.3 miles away

Danbury

15.3 miles away

Damon

19.5 miles away

Rosharon

19.7 miles away

Sargent

20.4 miles away

Alvin

25.9 miles away

Bay City

26.9 miles away

Sienna Plantation

28.4 miles away

Needville

29.2 miles away

Fairchilds

29.6 miles away

Iago

29.6 miles away

Thompsons

29.6 miles away

Manvel

29.7 miles away

Wadsworth

29.8 miles away

Fresno

32.2 miles away

Santa Fe

33.7 miles away

Missouri City

33.9 miles away

Matagorda

37.2 miles away

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FAQ about Brazoria Reservoir fishing

📍 Where is Brazoria Reservoir located?
Brazoria Reservoir is a lake located in Brazoria County, Texas, United States. Its coordinates are:
29°04′19.1″N 95°31′33.8″W
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🎣 Where on Brazoria Reservoir is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Brazoria Reservoir by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Brazoria Reservoir?
The most common species in Brazoria Reservoir are:
📢 What are the latest Brazoria Reservoir fishing reports?
The latest Brazoria Reservoir fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Brazoria Reservoir right now?
According to fishing regulations at Brazoria Reservoir, some of the species in season this November include: Atlantic bluefin tuna. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Brazoria Reservoir?

Fishing in Texas requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident licenses, including short-term and combination options, are available online or from licensed retailers statewide.

In Texas, no fishing license is required for anglers under 17 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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