LK Houston NR Sheldon, TX is a reservoir located in Harris County, Texas. It was created in 1953 by the construction of an earthen dam on the San Jacinto River. The reservoir has a total capacity of 21,000 acre-feet and serves as a source of drinking water for the city of Houston. The hydrology of the reservoir is influenced by the San Jacinto River and its tributaries. The surface flow is provided by the river and the snowpack providers are limited as the area does not receive significant snowfall. The reservoir is primarily used for municipal water supply purposes, but it also provides opportunities for recreational activities such as boating and fishing. There are no agricultural uses associated with LK Houston NR Sheldon, TX.
Windspeed
Humidity
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | -0.07% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
36.25 ft
2011-09-04 |
Maximum |
52.68 ft
2017-08-30 |
Average | 42 ft |