Legal to Fish From the Dam?

July 29, 2010

Question: Shasta Lake is so full this year and I am wondering if there are any laws against or regulating fishing from the dam. (Charlie K.)

Answer: It’s unlikely, but check with the folks who manage and operate Shasta Lake and Dam to see what their policies are. DFG does not make or regulate these laws so such restrictions would come from the lake and dam managers. Boaters and anglers used to be able to boat right up to the ends of the dam wall, but because of concerns for homeland security since the 9/11 terrorist event, this is no longer allowed.