Lewisville Lk Nr Lewisville Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lewisville Lake is a man-made reservoir located in the city of Lewisville, Texas.


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Summary

The lake was created in 1954 by the construction of the Lewisville Dam on the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. It serves as a major water source for the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and is also a popular recreational destination. The lake has a capacity of 2.5 billion gallons of water and covers an area of 29,592 acres. The lake receives water from several creeks and tributaries, including Hickory Creek, Timber Creek, and Little Elm Creek. The lake also has several surface flow and snowpack providers, including Denton Creek and the West Fork of the Trinity River. The lake is used for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, swimming, and camping. It also supports agriculture in the surrounding area.

Reservoir Details

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change 0.0%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 513.07 ft
2013-10-26
Maximum 536.93 ft
2015-05-31
Average 520 ft
Dam_Height 130
Hydraulic_Height 118
Drainage_Area 1660
Year_Completed 1955
Nid_Storage 1804300
Structural_Height 135
River_Or_Stream ELM FORK OF THE TRINITY RIVER
Foundations Soil
Surface_Area 23280
Hazard_Potential High
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled - 0
Dam_Length 32328
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 135
       
Seasonal Comparison
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Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft Levels

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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.