Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford reservoir
Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford
Possum Kingdom Lake is a reservoir located in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was created in 1941 by the Brazos River Authority to provide hydroelectric power to the area. The lake covers an area of 17,000 acres and has a shoreline of around 310 miles. The hydrology of the lake is maintained by inflows from the Brazos River and several small creeks.
The lake is a popular recreational spot, with activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. It is home to several species of fish, including catfish, bass, and crappie. The lake also provides water for agricultural purposes, such as irrigation and livestock watering. The area around the lake is also known for its hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities.
The flow of the lake is regulated by the Brazos River Authority, with water levels fluctuating depending on rainfall and snowpack conditions. Snowpack providers such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) monitor the snowpack levels in the area to determine the potential impact on water supply. Overall, Possum Kingdom Lake plays a significant role in the hydrology, agriculture, and recreation of the region.
Daily levels at Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford
Storage volume, pool elevation, and total release plotted from the operating agency's daily observations.
Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft
ft · code 62614
Precipitation, total, in
in · code 00045
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
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. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| 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.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brazos Rv Nr Graford | 126 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto | 134 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr South Bend | 6 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr Dennis | 112 cfs | → |
| W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro | 1 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford.
Boat launches
- Park Road 36 Palo Pinto County
- Palo Pinto County
- Lake Eddleman Public Boat Ramp
- County Road 278 Stephens County
Campgrounds
Track Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford in the Snoflo app
Save this reservoir as a favorite and set push alerts when storage crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me at 80% of normal").
About Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford
Where does the data for Possum Kingdom Lk Nr Graford come from?
Daily storage, pool elevation, and release rates are sourced from USGS, USBR, and USACE monitoring stations. Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
Storage observations are updated daily by the operating agency. The 15-day weather forecast refreshes throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- check the "as of" timestamp on the storage card.
What does the Hazard hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this reservoir, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
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