The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Clarence J. Brown Reservoir
Clark County, Ohio · about 1,900 acres (3 sq mi)
57°F water, level steady, calm this afternoon.
About Clarence J. Brown Reservoir
In Clark County, Ohio, Clarence J. Brown Reservoir covers about 1,900 acres.
It stretches about 2.9 miles end to end with roughly 10.4 miles of shoreline. Its surface is about 1,010 ft above sea level. Northridge lies about 2.2 miles to the northwest.
- Size
- About 1,900 acres (3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 10.4 miles
- End to end
- About 2.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,010 ft
- County
- Clark County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:45 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
- 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 6 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 Ohio mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 57°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- FairLargemouth bass
Cooling down. Try slow baits on points and deeper channel edges.
- GoodCrappie
Active. Brush piles and docks in 8 to 15 ft.
- FairBluegill and sunfish
Warming. Shallow, sunny pockets in the afternoon.
- FairCatfish
Waking up. Channels and creek mouths, especially after rain.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 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
Steady over 7 days.
Latest reading .
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:18 am · sunset 5:19 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Clarence J. Brown Reservoir
- Northridgeabout 2.2 mi northwest
- Springfieldabout 3.7 mi southwest
- Lisbonabout 7.9 mi southeast
- Urbanaabout 8.5 mi north
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Questions about Clarence J. Brown Reservoir
What fish are in Clarence J. Brown Reservoir?
Lakes like Clarence J. Brown Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Clarence J. Brown 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 Clarence J. Brown Reservoir?
About 1,900 acres, with about 10.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Clarence J. Brown Reservoir?
Northridge is about 2.2 miles northwest; Springfield is about 3.7 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Clarence J. Brown Reservoir today?
The surface was about 57°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Clarence J. Brown Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
