Lake Level 187.09 msl Water Temp. upper 40's Water clarity stained Winter weather patterns have kept the water temperature below normal. The first drops on river ledges where you find natural and man made structure are holding better fish. Slow presentation is the answer to getting a bite. Jig's with large chunky plastics and crank baits are good choices. Crappie are also deep, concentrated around structure in 12 to 18 feet. Minnows and jig's do the job. Watch the weather reports and be safe on the river. Visit Alabamachildrensclassic.org and see how you can help the kid's. If you shop Amazon, please see how shopping through our foundation and Amazon smile will help. God Bless & Good Fishn' Capt. Sam