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Submerged Roadbed — Bass Scouting Card
Compare two roadbed spots, their bottom features and the lure presentation that worked.
Angler:
Reservoir:
Weather:
Water clarity:
| Observation | Spot 1 | Spot 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Roadbed location / approach point | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Crown depth / adjacent ditch depth | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Hard bottom / rock / rubble / timber | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Bend / old crossing / channel contact | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Wind and water clarity / forage seen | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Lure / cast direction / retrieve speed | ____________________ | ____________________ |
| Bites / landed fish / repeatable clue | ____________________ | ____________________ |
What made the better spot productive?
Safety: Never motor across an unverified submerged road, concrete footing or flooded bridge.