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Toledo Bend Reservoir
Is the fish you caught here safe to eat? Below is every consumption advisory on file for Toledo Bend Reservoir, by species and size, in plain English — plus what's legal to keep.
2 species with advisories · contaminants: Mercury
What's safe to eat from Toledo Bend Reservoir
Freshwater Drum
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All sizes | Adults and children 12 and older | Limit to two meals per month due to elevated Mercury. |
| Children under 12 | For children under 12: limit to one meal per month due to elevated Mercury. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-09-22
Largemouth Bass
| Size | Who | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All sizes | Adults and children 12 and older | Limit to two meals per month due to elevated Mercury. |
| Children under 12 | For children under 12: limit to one meal per month due to elevated Mercury. |
Source: official advisory· updated 2026-09-22
Is it legal to keep?
These rules are specific to Toledo Bend Reservoir. Always verify the current regulations before keeping a fish.
| Species | Size | Daily limit | Open season | Keep season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 14" min | 8 | Year-round | Same as open |
| Smallmouth Bass | 14" min | 8 | Year-round | Same as open |
Official rules: Texas — Texas TPWD
Getting on the water
- Boat ramp boat ramp 1.3 mi Directions
Access points from OpenStreetMap contributors.