Bass slot limits?

[albinotrout]

I know there are several states out there that have slot limits for bass. For those of you who live in those states, chime in here and let us know how well they work. Also let us know which state you're from as well. Thanks!!!
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[gdn443]

Here in CT. it depends on the lake. I've seen it produce larger fish, but seeing as very few people eat bass here, it's hard to say if that's what's making it work.
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[albinotrout]

Thanks for the input. It's good to know.
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[flygoddess]

What I got from that RAC meeting, Albino, is the reason for no slot on bass here in Utah is as FFL said, weather for one, and of course food source and population.
His example was in one lake that is over populated, a 6 year old Bass does not get over 15".
Too many variables here, and a slot could be detrimental.

At least, this is the way I understood what Paul were trying to convey.
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[albinotrout]

Yes, I am curious as to how other states have handled it and how it has worked for them, that's all.
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[fsh4fun05]

In Texas it works great!!! Most lakes the slot is 16"-24" for lmb. When I was at Lake Fork, Texas during a tournament last spring we struggled to catch a bass under 16". It's hard to complain when the fish are too big.
However, Texas is an entirely different world when compared to fishing in other states. There are so many predator fish that you can buy goldfish, shiners, minnows, water dogs etc. while you stop for coffee in the morning. The growing season is longer, the water is more fertile and the water doesn't fluctuate like it does here in Utah. The lake was 4' low when I was there and the locals were in shock!
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