Channel Catfish Stocked in Concho River as Part of Neighborhood Fishin’ Program
Channel catfish have been stocked in the Concho River in downtown San Angelo at Oakes Street Lake by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department as part of their Neighborhood Fishin’ program.
San Angelo, TX, October 2, 2026 —
Channel catfish have been introduced into the Concho River located in downtown San Angelo, specifically at Oakes Street Lake. The stocking effort was conducted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).
This initiative is part of TPWD’s broader Neighborhood Fishin’ program. This program aims to provide urban and community fishing opportunities closer to where people live. By stocking common species like channel catfish, the program seeks to increase access to recreational fishing for residents in and around San Angelo.
Details regarding the exact number of fish stocked or the frequency of stocking events were not provided. The Neighborhood Fishin’ program typically focuses on accessible locations within city limits or close proximity, making Oakes Street Lake a strategic site for this stocking. The program’s objective is to foster community engagement with natural resources and promote outdoor activities.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department manages various stocking programs across the state to maintain healthy fish populations for recreational purposes and conservation. The addition of channel catfish to the Concho River is intended to enhance the local fishery and provide an additional recreational amenity for the San Angelo community. Information on fishing regulations and licenses required for the Concho River can be obtained from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s official resources.
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