growth depends on where you are at, some fish gain 3oz a year some gain 1# a year, good fish and a lot of fun none the less, one thing i would advise you on is check with your county ext. agent, crappie in small water can be a bad thing, what part of missouri are you in, i have some friends that live around LOZ

BTW, WTG, good fish, and enjoyand keep ketchin 'em