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Smith Branch

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Kentucky, United States

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16 in · 2 lb 6 oz

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White crappie

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Green sunfish

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Redear sunfish

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General info

Smith Branch is a stream located in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States. It is most popular for fishing White crappie, Green sunfish, and Redear sunfish.

Location

38°36′28.8″N 82°51′55.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Smith Branch, KY

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 Kentucky 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching White crappie as of May 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

White crappie

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

20

No size limit. Possession limit no more than 40 crappie.

Check the "Special Regula​tions​​" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.

Excellent

Black Crappie, Pomoxis, Pomoxis annularis, Pomoxis nigromaculatus, White Crappie

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38°36′28.8″N 82°51′55.7″W
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the Smith Branch is a stream located in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°36′28.8″N 82°51′55.7″W
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