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Bessemer Lake

Lawrence County · 28 acres · PFBC-owned

On PFBC's 2026 trout schedule (as published Oct 4, 2026)

Was scheduled for Feb 18, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
Was scheduled for Apr 18, 2026 · Rainbow
Was scheduled for Apr 21, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
Dec 15, 2026 · Rainbow

PFBC: “All stocking events are subject to change without notice.”

Fish consumption advice (2026 list)

No lake-specific row.

Statewide: “Pennsylvania has issued a general, statewide health advisory for recreationally caught sport fish: eat no more than one meal (1/2 pound) per week of sport fish caught in the state’s waterways.”

Special regulations (2026 Fishing Summary)

Commonwealth inland waters rules apply.

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Printed Nov 2, 2026. Data as of Oct 4, 2026. Regulations summarized — official Summary and posted signs govern.

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