I think the 48 inch limit is an error. I seem to recall a 30 inch limit at that time.

Funny how the Fish Commission is quoted as saying they did not manage the lake as a trophy fish spot. Rather large shame since proactive management strategies would have halped the population now. This is the same group that responded to a letter I wrote in the early 90's that the river below Kinzua had no trout and should not be managed as a trophy fishery as a result.