Dead Horse Reservoir

California

1.90 km²

41.7055, -120.5870

NHD 84809940

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About Dead Horse Reservoir

Dead Horse Reservoir is a natural lake or pond in California, United States. It covers approximately 1.90 km² (470 acres). The lake centroid is located at 41.7055° N, 120.5870° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season

April – October

Long open-water season

Natural lake

Medium

Great for a day trip

Species diversity

Data pending

Records still being compiled

Access

Public waterbody

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 14h 52m

Dawn12:10

Sunrise12:43

Sunset03:35

Dusk04:08

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Dawn11:40 – 13:43Excellent
Morning13:43 – 20:09Good
Midday20:09 – 00:35Calm
Afternoon00:35 – 02:35Good
Dusk02:35 – 04:38Excellent
Night04:38 – 11:40Good

Moon: 13% · waxing↑ 16:32

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Dead Horse Reservoir?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Dead Horse Reservoir. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Dead Horse Reservoir?

Dead Horse Reservoir covers approximately 1.90 square kilometres (470 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Dead Horse Reservoir located?

Dead Horse Reservoir is located in California, United States, with its centroid at 41.7055°, -120.5870°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF