Washington Fish Report
Williams Lake Fish Report for 8-14-2022


Daily limits temporarily removed from Williams Lake prior to closure dates for lake treatment

Williams Lake - Cheney, WA (Spokane County)


by WA Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
8-14-2022
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Action: Temporarily removes daily limits and size restrictions for all gamefish, sets fishing closure for lake treatment.

Location: Williams Lake (Spokane Co.)

Species affected: Trout and other gamefish.

Effective dates and rules:

  • Immediately, through Oct. 9, 2022: No daily limits or size restrictions for gamefish.
  • Oct. 10, 2022, through Apr. 21, 2023: Closed to all fishing.

Reason for action: This lake is scheduled to be treated with the piscicide rotenone for fish management purposes.

Additional information: Unless otherwise amended, all permanent rules remain in effect.

Information contact: Bill Baker, Region 1, District Fish Biologist, 509-563-5499.




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