Lake Kemp
Quick Links: Fishing Regulations | Angling Opportunities | Cover & Structure | Tips & Tactics
Notice
Due to low water levels, all public boat ramps on this lake are closed.
Lake Characteristics
Location: On the Wichita River north of
Seymour, off US 183
Surface area: 15,590 acres
Maximum depth: 53 feet
Impounded: 1923
Water Conditions
Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,144 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 6-8 feet, average
7.6 feet annually
Normal Clarity: Visibility 4-6 feet
Reservoir Controlling Authority
City of Wichita Falls
1300 7th Street
Wichita Falls, Texas 76307
(940) 761-7477
Aquatic Vegetation
None at current low water levels
Predominant Fish Species
Lake Records
Stocking History
Latest Survey Report
Lake Maps
None available
Fishing Regulations
All species are currently managed under statewide regulations.
Angling Opportunities
Kemp’s fish populations have been adversely affected by recent golden alga fish kills. White bass are abundant in the reservoir and provide a good fight. White crappie numbers are down. Channel, blue, and flathead catfish are present in good numbers and sizes.
| Species | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass |  |
|||
| Catfish |  |
|||
| Crappie |  |
|||
| White Bass |  |
|||
| Striped Bass |  |
|||
| Sunfish |  |
Fishing Cover/Structure
This lake is currently about 25% full, with very little structure in the water. Most banks are mud and much of the lake is dry. There are still some docks at least partially in the water in the Moonshine Bay area. Some cover is provided by riprap near the dam and certain rocky humps around the lake.
Tips & Tactics
Most fish species will be found near the Wichita River mouth, around Rattlesnake Island, and near the west side channels and coves. White bass can be caught on slabs throughout the reservoir in the fall.