Fishing Report
Richard B Russell Lake Fishing Report
Elbert, GA
Today’s bite
Black Crappie fishing report
Best window today: 5 PM (Fair · 45/100)
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Nov 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM EST, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
34.130076, -82.676509
Est. water temp
60.1°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Species on record
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Species detail
How to catch them at Richard B Russell Lake
Black Crappie feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 16% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 0-10 ft
Black Crappie fishing report →Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 5-15 ft
Largemouth Bass fishing report →
Location
Richard B Russell Lake · 34.1301, -82.6765
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Richard B Russell Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Black Crappie and Largemouth Bass in Richard B Russell Lake.
When's the best time to fish Richard B Russell Lake?
Black Crappie feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 16% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Richard B Russell Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Richard B Russell Lake?
Richard B Russell Lake is near Elbert, GA, at 34.1301, -82.6765.
Plan your trip to Richard B Russell Lake
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