State Record Fish Caught Below Dam

A new state record saugeye was recently caught on Cumberland River below Wolf Creek Dam, according to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Clay Smith landed the 8 pound, 8-ounce fish with a pink and white Berkley Flicker Shad crankbait.

Saugeye are a cross between walleye and sauger and are a favorite among anglers on the Cumberland River.

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