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Lake Richard B. Russell
Is the fish you caught here safe to eat? Below is every consumption advisory on file for Lake Richard B. Russell, by species and size, in plain English — plus what's legal to keep.
2 species with advisories · contaminants: Mercury
Georgia also has statewide guidance
Georgia publishes rules that apply to lakes across the state — 1 recommendation covering 1 species — in addition to anything listed for Lake Richard B. Russell below.
Strictest statewide rule: All Other Species — For women who may become pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under 15: limit to one meal per week due to elevated Mercury.
What's safe to eat from Lake Richard B. Russell
Flat Bullhead
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Under 12" | General population | Limit to one meal per week due to elevated Mercury. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-09-22
White Catfish
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Over 16" | General population | Limit to one meal per week due to elevated Mercury. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-09-22
Is it legal to keep?
These are Georgia'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 |
| Bluegill | — | 50 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Striped Bass | — | 15 | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Georgia — Georgia DNR WRD
Getting on the water
- Boat ramp boat ramp 3.5 mi Directions
- Boat Ramp boat ramp 3.9 mi Directions
- Beaverdam Marina marina 4.2 mi Directions
- Boat ramp boat ramp 4.2 mi Directions
- Boat ramp boat ramp 4.6 mi Directions
- Boat ramp boat ramp 4.9 mi Directions
Access points from OpenStreetMap contributors.