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Impoundment

C S Mott Lake

Genesee County, Michigan

C.S. Mott Lake is a shallow impoundment on the Flint River in Genesee County, created in 1972 by C.S. Mott Dam. Walleye is the main sport fish and the lake is often cloudy.

N1 mi
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Surface area596 acres
Max depth18 ft
Shoreline11.6 mi
Boat motorsNo-wake boating rules apply

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Walleye●●●●○

Main sport fish focus. No stocking since 1992

Channel Catfish●●●●○

Most common fish by number in the 2008 DNR survey

Bluegill●●●○○

Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.

Smallmouth Bass●●●○○

Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.

Largemouth Bass●●○○○

Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.

Boat launches

3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Bluegill Boat LaunchRamp
    Paved, barrier-free launch on the south shore with parking for about 75 vehicles with trailers.Directions ↗
  • Branch Road and Genesee Road shore fishing sitesPublic
    County park shore fishing spots.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the Michigan DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in C S Mott Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Michigan Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Average depth is only about 8 feet, so fish the old river channel for the deepest water.
  • Most boats can pass under the Genesee Road bridge.
  • Read the state fish advisory before keeping walleye, bass or perch.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.