Ray Roberts Lake is a reservoir located in Pilot Point, Texas. The lake was created in 1987 as a joint project between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the North Texas Municipal Water District. The lake covers approximately 29,000 acres and has a shoreline of 183 miles. It is fed by two main tributaries, the Elm Fork and the Beaver Creek. The lake is used for both agricultural and recreational purposes. The surrounding land is used for farming and ranching while the lake provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water activities. The hydrology of the lake is closely monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the North Texas Municipal Water District to ensure a sustainable water supply for the region. The lake also serves as a source of drinking water for several North Texas communities.
Windspeed
Humidity
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
623.21 ft
2014-07-17 |
Maximum |
644.4 ft
2015-05-31 |
Average | 631 ft |
Dam_Height | 141 |
Hydraulic_Height | 136 |
Drainage_Area | 692 |
Year_Completed | 1986 |
Nid_Storage | 1931900 |
Structural_Height | 141 |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Surface_Area | 29350 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled - 0 |
River_Or_Stream | ELM FORK OF THE TRINITY RIVER |
Dam_Length | 14980 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Nid_Height | 141 |
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