The complex serves as a regional center for wildlife and freshwater fisheries research and management. It is a mecca for striped bass culture in the nation and serves as a fish culture station for striped and hybrid bass and other fish species. It is the largest producer of striped bass larvae in the world, with larvae being shipped to some 30 states, Russia, New Zealand and South Africa.
The St. Stephen fish list located on the rediversion canal is open for tours March 15-April 15 by reservation only.