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Meredosia Lake
Lake
Meredosia Lake is a riparian lake that forms part of the valley of the Illinois River. It is located in Cass and Morgan Counties, Illinois.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Grass Carp, Red Shiner, Spotfin Shiner and 8 more species.
11 fish species in 11 public records within 2 km of Meredosia Lake since 2000.
- 1 record · 2000
- Red Shiner Cyprinella lutrensis1 record · 2000
- Spotfin Shiner Cyprinella spiloptera1 record · 2000
- 1 record · 2000
- Western Mosquitofish Gambusia affinis1 record · 2000
- Mississippi Silvery Minnow Hybognathus nuchalis1 record · 2000
- Brook Silverside Labidesthes sicculus1 record · 2000
- Smallmouth Bass Micropterus dolomieu1 record · 2000
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- Emerald Shiner Notropis atherinoides1 record · 2000
- Channel Shiner Notropis wickliffi1 record · 2000
- Bullhead Minnow Pimephales vigilax1 record · 2000
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Lower Illinois watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (GBIF dataset, Auburn University Museum Fish Collection, GBIF dataset). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Meredosia Lake?
- Meredosia Lake is a lake in Illinois.
- Can you swim at Meredosia Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Meredosia Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Meredosia Lake in Illinois. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Meredosia Lake rated?
- Meredosia Lake in Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.1 out of 5, based on 11 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Illinois
Illinois None
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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