Recordbreaking Fallfish?

Type: Nontidal
Region: Central
Location: Upper Gunpowder River

Hello again from a Upper Gunpowder river regular. This fish was caught on the 5th of july in the upper gunpowder near Corbett road in Baltimore county. This was a "fallfish" that the DNR biologists had identified earlier in the year� however this one was over 19" long and approximately 3 lbs. About three times the size of ones I've caught before in that area! After a really good fight on ultralight tackle, I landed it, snapped a few pics on my phone, and released it, it was caught using a nightcrawler on a bottom rig. I also caught two rainbows that day, despite the 95 degree weather.

My question is, are there any Maryland state records for this species? If so, what is it? Thanks

Response from MD DNR (Keith Lockwood) - Fallfish are common in many of the rivers, streams and creeks throughout Maryland. They prefer clear swift moving waters or rock pools and clear lakes. They are the largest member of the minnow family east of the Rockies and can reach lengths of 19� or more. Their scientific name is Semotilus corporalis and range from New Brunswick to Virginia. They are considered poor table fare for fishermen but provide a very important food source for species such as smallmouth bass, walleye, trout and even muskellunge when they are large adults. The Maryland Fisheries Service does not keep records for the purpose of state records since they are considered a minnow and not a sport fish. This however does not diminish the fun they can provide as an incidental catch for fishermen.