Mississippi River: Mississippi River Pools 16-20: With recent rains, river levels are forecasted to rise slightly over the next few days then begin falling by the end of the weekend. Main channel water temperature is 68 degrees. For more information on fishing Pools 16-20 of the Mississippi River contact the Fairport Fish Hatchery at 563-263-5062.Mississippi River Pool 19
River stage at Lock and Dam 18 is 4.95ft. Most fishing reports are coming from area lakes and ponds.
Mississippi River Pool 12
River stage at Dubuque is 8.5 feet and is forecast remain stable to slowly fall over the next week. Water clarity has fair. Water temperatures are in the high 60's.
Mississippi River Pool 13
River stage at Bellevue is 6.4 feet and slowly falling. Water clarity is fair. Water temperatures are in the high 60's to low 70's.
Mississippi River Pool 14
River stage at Camanche is 10.22 feet and is forecast to rise to around 10.4 on Friday then continue to fall. Water temps are in the high 60's low 70's and water clarity has degraded with the recent rains but should improve once water levels start to drop.