The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
J.B. Converse Reservoir
Mobile County, Alabama · 3,600 acres (5.6 sq mi)
71°F water, windy Friday (15 mph NW).
About J.B. Converse Reservoir
In Mobile County, Alabama, J.B. Converse Reservoir covers 3,600 acres; it is a reservoir. It sits on the Big Creek. Big Creek Lake, also called the J.B. Converse Reservoir, is the main drinking-water source for Mobile, Alabama.
From end to end it runs about 6.6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 35 miles. The water sits about 110 ft above sea level. Semmes lies about 3.8 miles to the east. The closest city is Mobile, about 15 miles away.
- Size
- 3,600 acres (5.6 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 35 miles
- End to end
- About 6.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 110 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- River
- Big Creek
- County
- Mobile County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Alabama mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 71°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Active early and late. Head to shade, docks and grass in midday.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:18 am · sunset 4:56 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near J.B. Converse Reservoir
- Semmesabout 3.8 mi east
- Hurleyabout 9.5 mi southwest
- Tillmans Cornerabout 11 mi southeast
- Prichardabout 12 mi east
- Mobilenearest city, about 15 mi east
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Questions about J.B. Converse Reservoir
What fish are in J.B. Converse Reservoir?
Lakes like J.B. Converse Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is J.B. Converse Reservoir?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is J.B. Converse Reservoir?
3,600 acres, with about 35 miles of shoreline.
What town is near J.B. Converse Reservoir?
Semmes is about 3.8 miles east; Hurley is about 9.5 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at J.B. Converse Reservoir today?
The surface was about 71°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
J.B. Converse Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
