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Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River)

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Illinois, United States

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General info

Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) is a stream located in Shelby County, Illinois, United States. It is most popular for fishing Muskie, Channel catfish, and Walleye.

Location

39°24′24.3″N 88°46′57.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River), IL

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 Illinois 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
Muskie

Muskie

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Bag limit1

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 size36" (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.

Aggregate limit1

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

Additional information
All Muskellunge and Muskellunge hybrids (Tiger Muskie) taken must be 36-inches total length or longer, except as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. No more than 1 Muskellunge or Muskellunge hybrid (Tiger Muskie) may be taken per day, except as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. Only statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.
Synonyms
Esox masquinongy
Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Additional information
There are no harvest or size limits except in those waters listed under Site-Specific Regulations. 
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Season open: year-round
Walleye

Walleye

Regulation boundaryIL Illinois State Waters
Bag limit6

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.

Aggregate limit6

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

Additional information
Statewide regulations are shown herein, but you can access Site-Specific Regulations online.All Walleye, Sauger, or their hybrid (Saugeye) taken must be 14-inches total length or longer, except in the Mississippi River or as specified under Site-Specific Regulations. Daily harvest limit is 6 Walleye, Sauger or their hybrid, either singly or in the aggregate, except in those waters listed under Site Specific Regulations. Mississippi River between Illinois and Iowa: Minimum Length Limit = 15-inches total lengthProtected Slot Length Limit: no possession of fish greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 27 inches Trophy: No more than 1 fish greater than or equal to 27-inches total length. Please review Site-Specific Regulations online.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Sander vitreus
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Reviews of Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River)

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Cities nearby

Shelbyville

1.0 miles away

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FAQ about Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) fishing

📍 Where is the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) located?
the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) is a stream located in Shelby County, Illinois, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°24′24.3″N 88°46′57.6″W
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🎣 Where on the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) 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 the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River)?
The most common species in the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) are:
  • Muskie - 174 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Channel catfish - 21 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Walleye - 28 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) fishing reports?
The latest Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River) fishing reports are:
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Spillway Access Area (Kaskaskia River)?

Fishing in Illinois requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination licenses, purchasable online or at licensed agents.

In Illinois, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 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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