PALO DURO RES NR SPEARMAN
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Palo Duro Reservoir is located in Spearman, Texas and was completed in 1962. The reservoir has a capacity of 60,000 acre-feet and is used for irrigation, municipal water supply, and recreation. The primary water source for the reservoir is surface water runoff from the surrounding area, with additional water coming from snowpack in the winter months. The reservoir is managed by the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority and provides water to 11 member cities. The reservoir’s recreational uses include fishing, boating, and camping. The surrounding agricultural land is used primarily for wheat, corn, and cotton production. The reservoir is a crucial water source for the region and plays an important role in supporting local agriculture and providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
July 26, 2024
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| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
2,825.94 ft
2023-04-14 |
| Maximum |
2,879.46 ft
2010-06-16 |
| Average | 2,841 ft |
| Dam_Height | 128 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 128 |
| Drainage_Area | 614 |
| Year_Completed | 1991 |
| Nid_Storage | 278500 |
| River_Or_Stream | PALO DURO CREEK |
| Structural_Height | 139 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
| Surface_Area | 2410 |
| Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
| Dam_Length | 3450 |
| Hazard_Potential | Not Available |
| Nid_Height | 139 |
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