KyWarEagle, you are right on the money. Starting last fall, CrappieSnob and I started noticing the size of the whites improve. We used to catch 90% black keepers. Now it's about even, if not larger whites now.

I also think it is critical for a lake to get fished hard instead of overpopulating, which causes stunting and puny fish, as long as it has the means to support every year class. I have also noticed the dramatic increase in baitfish. In the fall, whole creek arms can be covered in them. There is definitely plenty of forage. I think the lake has plenty of capacity and forage to support large amounts of quality fish for years to come. All we can do is keep fishing and find out!