Daily fishing verdict · 2026-07-27

Rain coming tonight, but oxygen is a real problem.

Published: 2026-07-27 Written from: the dock at 1511 Oak Orchard River Rd, Waterport, NY

The 24h DO range topped out at just 3.9 mg/L — that's genuinely stressed water for smallmouth, and with temp ticking up to 69.6°F, the fish aren't comfortable. There may be a brief window this afternoon if things nudge higher, but honestly I'd temper expectations. Worth noting a 91% rain chance rolls in — conditions could shift by tomorrow.

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