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Lake Jackson
Is the fish you caught here safe to eat? Below is every consumption advisory on file for Lake Jackson, by species and size, in plain English — plus what's legal to keep.
1 species with advisories · contaminants: Mercury
What's safe to eat from Lake Jackson
Largemouth Bass
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All sizes | General population | Do not eat due to elevated Mercury. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-09-22
Is it legal to keep?
These are Alabama's statewide limits — a water-specific rule may override them. Always verify the current regulations before keeping a fish.
| Species | Size | Daily limit | Open season | Keep season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | — | 10 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Black Crappie | — | 30 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Channel Catfish | — | — | Year-round | Same as open |
| Striped Bass | — | 15 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Bluegill | — | — | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Alabama — Alabama DCNR
Getting on the water
- Boat ramp boat ramp 0.5 mi Directions
Access points from OpenStreetMap contributors.