Shelbyville Pool Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Shelbyville Pool fishing report based on live water release, lake level, and local weather near Shelbyville, IL, IL. Check current outflow (CFS), water level, and species-specific notes before your trip.
Shelbyville Pool snapshot
IN CONTROL HOUSE, ON LEFT SIDE OF GATED SPILLWAY AT MILE 197.9 ABOVE THE MOUTH OF THE KASKASKIA. NOTE: NEW RIVER MILEAGE DETERMINED AFTER 1962-1986 CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS. Shelbyville Pool sits near Shelbyville, IL, IL and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVS district. Coordinates: 39.4090°, -88.7801°. Also known as Lk Shelbyville-Kaskaskia.
- Latest release
- 600 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-18 14:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 604.86 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-18 13:00 UTC
Moderate-to-strong release: current seams and eddies can fish well, but stay alert near tailwaters and steep banks.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Shelbyville Pool water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.