Nelson to remain low through the winter

Nelson Reservoir, located 20 miles northeast of Malta, will be approximately 16 ft (2206 ft elevation) below full pool elevation of 2221 ft, or 37% of full pool capacity. The reservoir was drawn down to complete a Bureau of Reclamation Safety of Dams project to remedy certain deficiencies associated with the dikes.

The majority of the work has been completed; however, ice anglers should expect crews working through the winter (weather permitting), near the northeast corner of the reservoir. Nelson Reservoir has been a destination ice fishery for many years, attracting anglers from across the s...