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Sheephead Bayou

Alabama
0.05 km²
30.2730, -85.6599
NHD 122196991
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About Sheephead Bayou

Sheephead Bayou is a natural lake or pond in Alabama, United States. It covers approximately 0.05 km² (13 acres). The lake centroid is located at 30.2730° N, 85.6599° 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
October – April
Cooler months fish best in the south
Natural lake
Pond-sized
Quick access, close-quarters fishing
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Sheephead Bayou

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 13h 53m
Dawn10:26
Sunrise10:53
Sunset00:46
Dusk01:13

Bite windows today

  • Dawn09:5611:53Excellent
  • Morning11:5317:49Good
  • Midday17:4921:46Calm
  • Afternoon21:4623:46Good
  • Dusk23:4601:43Excellent
  • Night01:4309:56Good
Moon: 14% · waxing14:17

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Sheephead Bayou?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Sheephead Bayou. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Sheephead Bayou?

Sheephead Bayou covers approximately 0.05 square kilometres (13 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Sheephead Bayou located?

Sheephead Bayou is located in Alabama, United States, with its centroid at 30.2730°, -85.6599°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF