Ohio Water Conditions 2008

Discussion in 'LOCAL OHIO TALK' started by loanwizard, Apr 7, 2008.

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  1. Apr 7, 2008 #1
    loanwizard

    loanwizard Well-Known Member

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    I was wondering what ramps were usable this weekend and checked out some and saw that a few others did as well.
    I thought we could devote a little space to keep and eye out and report.

    Salt Fork ramp at 541 is easily usable. Water temp 56 Stained and up 4 feet or so.

    Muskingum @ Coshocton No access, water didn't even cover the wheels.

    Dresden Access if you have the Kahunas, but me.... not in this lifetime.

    Dillon?

    Ellis?

    Feel free to add your own. The Tuscarawas is completely out of it's banks. It is wonderful if you want to fish corn fields.
     
    loanwizard, Apr 7, 2008
    loanwizard, Apr 7, 2008
  3. Apr 7, 2008 #2
    fishhook

    fishhook New Member

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    The Ohio river is out of its banks also with a lot of large trees and other debris in it that makes it a little dangerous to get out there with a boat if you could even find a ramp thats not under water.
     
    fishhook, Apr 7, 2008
    fishhook, Apr 7, 2008

  5. Apr 7, 2008 #3
    tbull

    tbull New Member

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    It seems like this is never going to end, they are calling for another 1 to 3 inches of rain later this week...............................man I cant even whine any more I......................nevermind......................:sad2:
     
    tbull, Apr 7, 2008
    tbull, Apr 7, 2008
  6. Apr 7, 2008 #4
    RamRod

    RamRod New Member

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    For what it's worth, Buckeye Lake is accessible!:big_smile:
     
    RamRod, Apr 7, 2008
    RamRod, Apr 7, 2008
  7. Apr 8, 2008 #5
    cats gone wild

    cats gone wild Member

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    I was able to get on the Scioto River at Circleville on Sunday. The river was up about 5 or 6 ft. and fast, watertemp was 50. Tried it for about an hour and gave up. Way too dangerous! If we don't get as much rain as they are predicting the Scioto may be fishable this weekend.
     
    cats gone wild, Apr 8, 2008
    cats gone wild, Apr 8, 2008
  8. Apr 8, 2008 #6
    s_man

    s_man New Member

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    Dillon ramp at 146 is OK. You can also launch at Ellis ramp, water is just high.
     
    s_man, Apr 8, 2008
    s_man, Apr 8, 2008
  9. Apr 8, 2008 #7
    catfishjohn

    catfishjohn New Member

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    I can vouch with John on this. I was down there on the Ohio side yesterday at the Ironton boat ramp and it was bad! Trees, tires and all sorts of stuff floating down river. The ramp is accessible but not advisable to get out on the river yet esp. with at least 3 more days of rain starting tomorrow to come.
    I also fished at Lake Vesuvius(Ohio) yesterday and it was up and very muddy yesterday. There were several boats out but conditions weren't good for the fish to bite.
     
    catfishjohn, Apr 8, 2008
    catfishjohn, Apr 8, 2008
  10. Apr 8, 2008 #8
    RiverKing

    RiverKing Active Member

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    I share your pain Travis..I am wondering if its ever going to end too...Hopefully WV, and PA dont get too much rain up river from us..That will really have it roaring.
     
    RiverKing, Apr 8, 2008
    RiverKing, Apr 8, 2008
  11. Apr 9, 2008 #9
    catfishrollo

    catfishrollo New Member

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    checked on the dresden ramp this afternoon Shawn, its not accessible! maybe by next week sometime, if the water keeps dropping....rollo
     
    catfishrollo, Apr 9, 2008
    catfishrollo, Apr 9, 2008
  12. Apr 9, 2008 #10
    loanwizard

    loanwizard Well-Known Member

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    I can almost "see" the ramp at Coshocton.... under 6 inches of mud.

    I'll call the city tomorrow and inspect a little closer. I am guessing it will be accessible by the weekend.

    I will be on the river or the lake this weekend. Who's coming? :wink:
     
    loanwizard, Apr 9, 2008
    loanwizard, Apr 9, 2008
  13. Apr 9, 2008 #11
    BG CAT

    BG CAT New Member

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    I hope to fish the muskingum this weekend.
     
    BG CAT, Apr 9, 2008
    BG CAT, Apr 9, 2008
  14. Apr 9, 2008 #12
    catfisherman_eky3

    catfisherman_eky3 New Member

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    I have noticed that the ohio river levels have been high
     
    catfisherman_eky3, Apr 9, 2008
    catfisherman_eky3, Apr 9, 2008
  15. Apr 10, 2008 #13
    tbull

    tbull New Member

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    Should be on the river Saturday, was going to go Friday but severe weather and boats don't mix. Its gonna be cold Saturday, but hopefully this strong front doesnt turn off the bite.:roll_eyes:
     
    tbull, Apr 10, 2008
    tbull, Apr 10, 2008
  16. Apr 10, 2008 #14
    s_man

    s_man New Member

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    Salt Fork water temps on Tuesday were between 58 and 60 degrees. All ramps open.
     
    s_man, Apr 10, 2008
    s_man, Apr 10, 2008
  17. Apr 10, 2008 #15
    jason454ci

    jason454ci Active Member

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    Went to Dillon tonight. The lake is at normal summer level and it looks to me that they are gonna hold it there. Ramp on 146 is cleared and good to use. Spillway is still running a little fast right now to be able to fish or get shad. As long as the rain holds off it should slow down in a couple days. The bluegill seem to be biting pretty decent also.
     
    jason454ci, Apr 10, 2008
    jason454ci, Apr 10, 2008
  18. Apr 10, 2008 #16
    ryang

    ryang Well-Known Member

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    Sounds good Jason thanks for the update. Hopefully it doesnt rain too bad Friday night or Sat. I want to get out bad.
     
    ryang, Apr 10, 2008
    ryang, Apr 10, 2008
  19. Apr 10, 2008 #17
    bigcat_chaser

    bigcat_chaser New Member

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    The Ohio river is still up and running though the debris appears to be less than it has been lately it still looks pretty ugly around Cincy/ southeast Indiana I sure hope it levels off soon.
     
    bigcat_chaser, Apr 10, 2008
    bigcat_chaser, Apr 10, 2008
  20. Apr 10, 2008 #18
    catfishjohn

    catfishjohn New Member

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    I think you all up that way are supposed to get the severe weather tomorrow night also. Supposed to be a ton of rain, hail and possibly tornadoes. The forecast showed from this area all the way up there is in the areas to get hit hard. I hope not, me and Crab are supposed to go fishing Sat. morning.
    Good Luck with it and be safe!!!
     
    catfishjohn, Apr 10, 2008
    catfishjohn, Apr 10, 2008
  21. Apr 10, 2008 #19
    ryang

    ryang Well-Known Member

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    Hey John

    SHUT UP:smile2: I dont need that kind of negative energy:eek:oooh::smile2::wink:
     
    ryang, Apr 10, 2008
    ryang, Apr 10, 2008
  22. Apr 10, 2008 #20
    catfishjohn

    catfishjohn New Member

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    Just trying to warn a Brother. I don't want it anymore than you do. I still haven't caught my first cat of the year yet because of this dam weather.:smile2:
    Its driving me crazy, this has been the worst year of catfishing so far that I've ever had!!!:angry:
     
    catfishjohn, Apr 10, 2008
    catfishjohn, Apr 10, 2008
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