Fishing Regulations - Striped Bass |
New Size Limit for Santee Cooper System Striped Bass
It is unlawful to take or possess Striped Bass less than 26 inches in the Lower Santee River and Cooper River Systems.
Restrictions:
June 1 - September 30
- No possession
October 1 - May 31
- Limit: 3 Striped Bass per day
- 26 inch minimum length
- Fish must be landed with head & tail intact
- All violations carry a 14 point penalty
The 'Lower Santee River system' includes all waters and tributaries seaward of the Lake Murray Dam, the Columbia Canal Diversion Dam, and the Lake Wateree Dam to the freshwater/saltwater dividing line on the North Santee River and the South Santee River. The 'Cooper River system' includes all waters and tributaries, including the Tailrace Canal, of the Cooper River from its point of origin seaward to the freshwater, saltwater dividing line.
News release: Gov. Sanford signs new Santee Cooper striped bass regulations
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