Somerville Lake is a reservoir located in Burleson County, Texas, near the town of Somerville. The lake was created in 1967 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for flood control, water supply, and recreational purposes. The lake covers an area of 11,000 acres and has a capacity of 160,000 acre-feet. The Somerville Lake is fed by the Yegua Creek, Bedias Creek, and Brazos River, and its outflow is to the Brazos River. The lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The lake also provides water for irrigation and industrial purposes. The Somerville Lake is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and its water levels and flows are monitored by the National Weather Service.
Windspeed
Humidity
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0.07% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
227.6 ft
2011-12-14 |
Maximum |
259.79 ft
2016-05-29 |
Average | 240 ft |
Dam_Height | 80 |
Hydraulic_Height | 75 |
Drainage_Area | 1012 |
Year_Completed | 1967 |
Nid_Storage | 1042000 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Structural_Height | 80 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
River_Or_Stream | YEGUA CREEK |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Surface_Area | 6430 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 0 |
Dam_Length | 20210 |
Nid_Height | 80 |
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