Choke Canyon Reservoir Near Three Rivers Reservoir
As of August 8, 2026, Choke Canyon Res Nr Three Rivers is holding 164,000 ac-ft of water — 81353% of normal storage for this date. Storage data refreshed throughout the day.
Choke Canyon Res Nr Three Rivers
Choke Canyon Reservoir is located in Three Rivers, Texas, and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The reservoir was created in 1982 by damming the Frio River and serves as a water source for the surrounding area. The reservoir has a surface area of over 25,000 acres and a maximum depth of 95 feet. The hydrology of the reservoir is influenced by the Frio River, as well as several smaller creeks and streams. The reservoir also receives water from snowpack providers in the neighboring mountain ranges. Agriculture is an important industry in the region, and the reservoir is used for irrigation purposes. Recreational activities also contribute to the local economy. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including catfish, bass, and crappie.
Daily levels at Choke Canyon Res Nr Three Rivers
Storage volume, pool elevation, and total release plotted from the operating agency's daily observations.
Reservoir storage, acre-ft
ac-ft · code 00054
Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft
ft · code 62614
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 Choke Canyon Res Nr Three Rivers -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers | 3,470 cfs | → |
| Atascosa Rv At Whitsett | · | → |
| Frio Rv At Tilden | 7 cfs | → |
| San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden | · | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Tilden | 1,850 cfs | → |
About Choke Canyon Res Nr Three Rivers
What is the water level at Choke Canyon Reservoir Near Three Rivers Reservoir right now?
As of August 8, 2026, Choke Canyon Reservoir Near Three Rivers Reservoir is holding 164,000 ac-ft, about 81353% of normal for this date. Pool elevation and the year-over-year trend are shown above.
Is Choke Canyon Reservoir Near Three Rivers Reservoir high or low right now?
Compare the percent-of-normal figure on this page: above 100% means storage is higher than the historical average for the date (a wet year), below 100% means lower (a dry year or drought). The daily-levels chart shows the current trend.
Where does the data for Choke Canyon Reservoir Near Three Rivers 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 below 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.
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