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Clear, high 85°F / low 62°F, 0% precip — 92/100 for lake fishing
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Sangchris Lake State Recreation Area
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Sangchris Lake is a 2,200-acre cooling lake in Christian County managed by Illinois DNR, famous for its exceptional largemouth bass and crappie fishery. The warm water discharge from the adjacent power plant keeps portions of the lake ice-free in winter and accelerates fish growth, producing above-average sized bass. The lake is consistently ranked among the top bass fisheries in central Illinois.
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