Lake Drive, Somerville boat launch
Lake Drive, Somerville
According to the latest information available, the Lake Drive boat ramp is 16 feet wide and can accommodate small to medium-sized watercraft, such as fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and pontoon boats. The maximum boat length allowed on Somerville Lake is 60 feet, and the maximum boat speed is 50 mph.
Somerville Lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water activities. The lake covers over 11,000 acres and has over 85 miles of shoreline. It is known for its excellent fishing opportunities for bass, catfish, crappie, and other species.
In summary, the Lake Drive boat ramp in Somerville, Texas is a concrete ramp that provides access to Somerville Lake. The ramp is 16 feet wide and can accommodate small to medium-sized watercraft. The lake is open to a variety of watercraft, up to 60 feet in length and 50 mph in speed, and is known for its excellent fishing and recreational opportunities.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Lake Drive, Somerville -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yegua Ck Nr Somerville | 1 cfs | → |
| Davidson Ck Nr Lyons | 67 cfs | → |
| E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box | 509 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan | 6,250 cfs | → |
| Middle Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box | 13 cfs | → |
| Bee Ck Trib A At College Station | 0 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lake Drive, Somerville as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Drive, Somerville
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Lake Drive, Somerville.