Whitney Lk nr Whitney
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Whitney Lake, located in Whitney, Texas, is a man-made lake created in 1951 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for flood control, water supply, and recreation. The lake's hydrology is primarily influenced by the Brazos River and has a surface area of over 23,500 acres. Whitney Lake provides water supply for irrigation and livestock, as well as recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The lake's watershed area includes significant agricultural land, and the reservoir's water is used for irrigation by farmers within the region. Whitney Lake also receives significant snowpack from the surrounding areas, which contributes to the lake's water supply. The lake plays an essential role in the economy and recreation of the surrounding communities.
May 20, 2024
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| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0.04% |
| Percent of Normal | 101% |
| Minimum |
516.71 ft
2011-12-03 |
| Maximum |
561.3 ft
2016-06-09 |
| Average | 532 ft |
| Dam_Height | 159 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 148 |
| Drainage_Area | 17656 |
| Year_Completed | 1951 |
| Nid_Storage | 2100400 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 166 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| River_Or_Stream | BRAZOS RIVER |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Surface_Area | 23560 |
| Dam_Length | 7538 |
| Nid_Height | 166 |
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