Summary

Constructed in 1954, it was created primarily for flood control purposes. The reservoir covers an area of 2,600 acres and has a storage capacity of 82,600 acre-feet. The hydrology of the reservoir is fed by two main creeks, the Leon River and the Lambshead Creek, and is maintained by the Brazos River Authority. The lake is an important source of water for the surrounding agricultural community and provides recreational opportunities such as boating and fishing. The reservoir also serves as a source of drinking water for local municipalities. The lake is monitored for water quality and is stocked with fish by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Leon Rv Nr De Leon 2.6cfs	3cfs
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon 0.83cfs	1cfs
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche 3.11cfs	3cfs
Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge 0.3cfs	0cfs
Leon Rv Nr Hasse 5.61cfs	6cfs
Deep Ck At Moran 0.0cfs	0cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

Reservoir Details

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change	0.0%
Percent of Normal	100%
Minimum	1,361.73 ft 2011-10-08
Maximum	1,382.43 ft 2016-06-05
Average	1,372 ft

Seasonal Comparison

Precipitation, Total, In Levels

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft Levels

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.