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Spring River
Is the fish you caught here safe to eat? Below is every consumption advisory on file for Spring River, by species and size, in plain English — plus what's legal to keep.
1 species with advisories · contaminants: Cadmium, Lead
Kansas also has statewide guidance
Kansas publishes rules that apply to rivers across the state — 9 recommendations covering 9 species — in addition to anything listed for Spring River below.
Strictest statewide rule: Flathead Catfish — For women who may become pregnant, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under 15: limit to two meals per month due to elevated Mercury.
What's safe to eat from Spring River
All Other Species
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All sizes | General population | Do not eat due to elevated Cadmium and LEAD. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-07-09
Is it legal to keep?
These are Kansas'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 | 15" min | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Smallmouth Bass | 15" min | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Spotted Bass | 15" min | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Walleye | 15" min | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Black Crappie | — | 50 | Year-round | Same as open |
| White Bass | — | — | Year-round | Same as open |
| Hybrid Striped Bass | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Striped Bass | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Channel Catfish | — | 10 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Blue Catfish | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Flathead Catfish | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Bluegill | — | — | Year-round | Same as open |
| Rainbow Trout | — | 5 | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Kansas — Kansas KDWP
Getting on the water
- Boat ramp boat ramp 0.8 mi Directions
- Boat Ramp boat ramp 2.0 mi Directions
Access points from OpenStreetMap contributors.