§ 631-202. Fishing.

(a)

Fishing will be permitted in the Eagle Creek Reservoir, but subject to all applicable state laws regulating fishing and subject also to any restrictions contained in this article regarding the types of fish which may be possessed in the area. Although fishing may be permitted at any place on the surface of the reservoir, except within five hundred (500) yards of the dam, the department of parks and recreation, in its discretion, may prohibit fishing from the reservoir banks in various designated places when necessary for the public health, safety and general welfare. Netting, seining, trapping and trotline fishing are specifically prohibited.

(b)

Fishing from the bridge carrying Lafayette Road over Eagle Creek Reservoir located approximately seven-tenths mile northwest of 71st Street is specifically prohibited.

(c)

Fishing from the 56th Street Causeway bridge is specifically prohibited.

(d)

Fishing from any portion of the dam is specifically prohibited.

(e)

The possession of a largemouth bass less than fourteen (14) inches in total length anywhere in the reservoir or park area is prohibited.

(Code 1975, § 7-74)