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lake. Some fishermen are concerned that the striped bass are consuming large numbers ofcrappie in the<br />

lake. However, the stocking ofstriped bass has created a popular fishery in the lake and, according to<br />

research done by Alabama Game and Fish personnel, do not adversely affect native predator populations<br />

within the lake (personal Communication, Steve Smith, Alabama Game and Fish).<br />

The state has also stocked rainbow trout in the tailwaters below Smith Lake as a put and take<br />

fishery since the 1970's. Approximately 3,000-3,300, 7-11 inch trout have been stocked six times each<br />

year in a cooperative effort by Alabama Game and Fish and the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (personal<br />

Communication, Jerry Moss, Alabama Game and Fish).<br />

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