GRANGER LK NR GRANGER
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Granger Lake is a reservoir located in Williamson County, Texas, near the city of Granger. The lake was created in 1980 by the construction of a dam on the San Gabriel River. The primary purpose of the lake is to provide flood control, but it also serves as a source of drinking water and recreation for the surrounding area. The lake has a surface area of 4,400 acres and a maximum depth of 50 feet. The hydrology of the lake is influenced by the San Gabriel River and several smaller tributaries. The lake is also fed by snowpack from the nearby hills. The lake is used for a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, and camping. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural, with crops including cotton, corn, and wheat.
October 4, 2024
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| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.01% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
498.4 ft
2011-11-13 |
| Maximum |
519.23 ft
2015-05-31 |
| Average | 503 ft |
| Dam_Height | 115 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 114 |
| Drainage_Area | 475 |
| Year_Completed | 1979 |
| Nid_Storage | 650000 |
| Structural_Height | 115 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Surface_Area | 4400 |
| Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 0 |
| River_Or_Stream | SAN GABRIEL RIVER |
| Dam_Length | 15240 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Nid_Height | 115 |
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