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Russell Elsey Lake Fishing Report

Potosi, MO

Lake conditions

Russell Elsey Lake — 2026-11-12

Conditions overview

Today's conditions at this lake, computed from live weather and the moon.

Season
Fall
Moon
9% illuminated, waxingWaxing Crescent
Est. surface temp
51.5°F
Pressure
29.92 inHgStable

Est. water temp

51.5°F

v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading

Sun & moon

Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
4:54 PM
Moonrise
10:03 AM
Moonset
7:09 PM
Sky, wind & pressuremidday · 12 PM
Cloud cover
37%
Precip chance
0%
Wind
13 mph NW
Pressure
29.92 inHg Stable

Today's solunar periods

  • Major: 1:10 AM–3:10 AM
  • Minor: 9:33 AM–10:33 AM
  • Major: 1:35 PM–3:35 PM
  • Minor: 6:39 PM–7:39 PM

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Modeled from National Weather Service data, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.

37.895537, -90.859611

Est. water temp

51.5°F

v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading

Species on record

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Location

Russell Elsey Lake · 37.8955, -90.8596

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FAQ

Common questions

What fish are in Russell Elsey Lake?

No fish species have been recorded for Russell Elsey Lake yet. Check the live conditions to plan a trip on the surrounding water.

When's the best time to fish Russell Elsey Lake?

No species are modeled for Russell Elsey Lake yet, so there's no species-specific feeding window to name. The score still gives the light window 30% of its total, an input Bitespan grades "Well supported". Check today's bite forecast for Russell Elsey Lake to see the best window for current conditions.

Where is Russell Elsey Lake?

Russell Elsey Lake is near Potosi, MO, at 37.8955, -90.8596.

Plan your trip to Russell Elsey Lake

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