School of Natural Resources
The Ohio State University
Dr. Eric R. Norland,
Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist,
Professor Thomas M. Stockdale
Extension Specialist Emeritus,
Fisheries and Wildlife Management
The authors gratefully acknowledge the contributions of:
John K. Victor, Senior Graphic Designer
Sandra Born, Graphic Designer
Joy Ann Fischer, Technical Editor
Section of Communications and Technology
This bulletin has been prepared to serve as a guide for the small impoundment owner and/or manager. The practices outlined apply principally to the management of small impoundments for fishing and other recreational uses. They represent the best information available, although they may change as more research is done on the subject.
All educational programs conducted by Ohio State University Extension are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or Vietnam-era veteran status.
Keith L. Smith, Associate Vice President for Ag. Adm. and Director, OSU Extension.
TDD No. 800-589-8292 (Ohio only) or 614-292-1868