Navarro Mills Lake is a reservoir located near Dawson, Texas that was created in 1963 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The lake spans over 5,000 acres and has a maximum depth of 49 feet. Its hydrology is primarily fed by the Navarro River and Richland Creek. The lake is used for a variety of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The area surrounding the lake is primarily used for agricultural purposes including cattle grazing and hay production. The lake is also home to various wildlife species such as deer, turkey, and waterfowl. The lake is not known for its snowpack, but surface flow is controlled through a series of floodgates and a spillway. Overall, Navarro Mills Lake serves as an important resource for both recreational and agricultural purposes in the state of Texas.
Windspeed
Humidity
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.09% |
Percent of Normal | 102% |
Minimum |
420.04 ft
2011-11-19 |
Maximum |
443.26 ft
2015-11-01 |
Average | 427 ft |
Dam_Height | 82 |
Hydraulic_Height | 77 |
Drainage_Area | 320 |
Year_Completed | 1963 |
Nid_Storage | 323879 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Structural_Height | 87 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
River_Or_Stream | RICHLAND CREEK |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Surface_Area | 5070 |
Dam_Length | 7570 |
Nid_Height | 87 |
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