B.A. Steinhagen Lake Fishing
The level today, plus ramps, records and limits on 10,687 acres in Jasper County.
- 10,687acres
- 35 ftmax depth
- 7boat ramps
- 12.48 lbrecord bass
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B.A. Steinhagen Lake by the numbers
B.A. Steinhagen Lake covers 10,687 acres with a maximum depth of 35 feet, has held water since 1951 and sits in the TPWD Pineywoods region, in Jasper County. Location: on the Neches River 14 miles west of Jasper on US 190.
For catfish, the TPWD rating here is excellent, while spotted bass, crappie and sunfish come in as good.
In 2024 an angler set the lake bass mark at 12.48 pounds.
Clarity tends to be high turbidity consumption advisory in effect; the lake carries primarily water hyacinth, hydrilla, and american lotus; level changes are listed as average 3 feet annually.
Controlling authority: US Army Corps of Engineers (409) 429-3491. B.A. Steinhagen Lake facts from the TPWD lake page, checked October 2026.
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Hourly B.A. Steinhagen Lake stage from TWDB, measured from full pool.
Texas Water Development Board, Water Data for Texas, reading dated 2026-10-13. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026 1:32 am ET. 30 day chart on TWDB.
USGS has no current reading for these gauges.
How B.A. Steinhagen Lake rates for each fish
Survey based ratings for B.A. Steinhagen Lake from TPWD biologists.
Bars: 4 excellent, 3 good, 2 fair, 1 poor.
TPWD lists the main species here as Largemouth bass, Spotted bass, Crappie, Catfish.
B.A. Steinhagen Lake lake records
The biggest fish TPWD has on file for B.A. Steinhagen Lake.
| Species | Weight (lb) | Length (in) | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead catfish | 55.64 | 44.5 | 2006-03-28 |
| Largemouth bass | 12.48 | 25.25 | 2024-01-01 |
| Bowfin | 4.74 | 25.75 | 2009-02-09 |
| Channel catfish | 3.24 | 22 | 2009-03-19 |
| White bass | 3.15 | 18.75 | 2021-11-23 |
| White crappie | 2.44 | 16.5 | 2020-12-08 |
| Chain pickerel | 2.37 | 22 | 1994-11-04 |
| Hybrid striped bass | 2.31 | 18.5 | 1997-05-01 |
| Blue catfish | 1.44 | 16.25 | 2015-03-29 |
| Black crappie | 1.32 | 13 | 1999-03-29 |
| Yellow bullhead | 1.15 | 13 | 2018-02-24 |
| Bluegill sunfish | 0.54 | 8.5 | 2023-06-03 |
B.A. Steinhagen Lake records: TPWD water body records, list updated October 8, 2026. Retrieved October 2026.
Public access points on B.A. Steinhagen Lake
TPWD records 7 access points on the lake, where 7 offer a boat ramp and 0 a marina.
State Park, Walnut Ridge Unit
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 384-5231
Ramp detailsState Park, Tidelands Ramp
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 384-5231
Ramp detailsState Park, Hen House Unit
One lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 384-5231
Ramp detailsSandy Creek Park
Single lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas, camping. (409) 429-3491
Ramp detailsCampers Cove Park
Single lane ramp; fee charged; ADA Accessible, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas. (409) 429-3491
Ramp detailsState Park, Wolf Creek Unit
Single lane ramp; fee charged. (409) 384-5231
Ramp detailsMagnolia Ridge Park
Single lane ramp; fee charged; restrooms, parking, courtesy docks, picnic areas, camping. (409) 429-3491
Ramp detailsMap: 5 TPWD access points. Ramp facts: TPWD B.A. Steinhagen Lake page, October 2026. Low water can close ramps.
Bag and length limits for B.A. Steinhagen Lake
The statewide freshwater limits listed below cover B.A. Steinhagen Lake.
| Species | Daily bag | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth bass | 5 | 14 in minimum |
| Striped bass | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| Hybrid striped bass | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| White bass | 25 | 10 in minimum |
| Flathead catfish | 5 | 18 in minimum |
| White crappie | 25 | 10 in minimum |
| Black crappie | 25 | 10 in minimum |
Limits for B.A. Steinhagen Lake from the TPWD Outdoor Annual, 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027), checked October 2026.
Recent stockings in B.A. Steinhagen Lake
| Year | Species | Number | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bluegill sunfish | 262,173 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Lone star bass | 249,173 | Fingerling |
B.A. Steinhagen Lake stocking: TPWD stocking by water body, retrieved October 2026.
Bait stops and guide services near B.A. Steinhagen Lake
- Ann's Tackle ShopJasper, 15 miles northeast of the lake, (409) 384-7685
- Need More Tackle StoreBrookeland, 20 miles north of the lake, (409) 698-9430
- Bass Strike TackleZavalla, 28 miles northwest of the lake, (936) 897-2436
Shop and guide sources for B.A. Steinhagen Lake: OpenStreetMap, store locators and guide websites (October 2026).
Alongside B.A. Steinhagen Lake
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
19 miles north, 114,500 acres
Toledo Bend Reservoir
44 miles northeast, 181,600 acres
Lake Livingston
52 miles west, 90,000 acres
Kurth Reservoir
54 miles northwest, 726 acres
- JasperJasper County, 14 miles northeast
- BrookelandSabine County, 27 miles northeast
- PinelandSabine County, 33 miles north
- HemphillSabine County, 42 miles northeast
- Jasper CountyFishing access across the county
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Before you fish B.A. Steinhagen Lake, some answers
What are the dimensions of B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
B.A. Steinhagen Lake covers 10,687 surface acres and is 35 feet deep at its deepest point, according to TPWD.
When was B.A. Steinhagen Lake built?
The dam closed and the lake began filling in 1951 on Neches River.
How heavy is the top largemouth from B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
A 12.48 pound largemouth and measured 25.25 inches, caught 2024-01-01 holds the record, according to TPWD.
What other lake records does B.A. Steinhagen Lake hold?
Flathead catfish 55.64 lb; Bowfin 4.74 lb; Channel catfish 3.24 lb.
Which species rate highest at B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
TPWD surveys give largemouth bass fair; spotted bass good; catfish excellent; crappie good; white bass poor; sunfish good.
How many places can I launch on B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
TPWD shows 7 boat ramps on B.A. Steinhagen Lake.
Where is the live gauge for B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
The B.A. Steinhagen Lake level box on this page refreshes hourly from TWDB and shows the gap to full pool.
Which rules cover B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
B.A. Steinhagen Lake uses the statewide rules, with largemouth at 5 a day and 14 inches or longer.
Does B.A. Steinhagen Lake get stocked fish?
TPWD released 262,173 fingerling bluegill sunfish in 2024, and 2 stocking events are on record since 2024.
Which town is nearest B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
Jasper, roughly 14 miles northeast of the lake center, in Jasper County.
Is there a bait shop near B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
Look at Ann's Tackle Shop in Jasper, some 15 miles from B.A. Steinhagen Lake, one of 3 shops listed above.
What state parks are close to B.A. Steinhagen Lake?
TPWD points to Martin Dies, Jr. State Park.
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