Waco Lake is an artificial reservoir located in McLennan County, Texas, created by the U.S.
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Army Corps of Engineers to control flooding along the Brazos River. Construction began in 1958 and was completed in 1965. The lake has a capacity of 167,900 acre-feet and covers 8,465 acres. The hydrology of Waco Lake is primarily influenced by the Brazos River, which feeds into the lake. The surface flow of the lake is controlled by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who release water downstream as needed. Waco Lake also provides water for irrigation to agricultural areas in the region. Additionally, the lake is a popular recreational destination for boating, fishing, and camping, with several parks and campgrounds situated along its shores. The region generally sees low snowpack, with little impact on the lake's hydrology.
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Navd 1988, Ft 24hr Change | 0.0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
450.29 ft
2023-10-23 |
| Maximum |
484.59 ft
2016-06-07 |
| Average | 460 ft |
| Dam_Height | 140 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 135 |
| Drainage_Area | 1670 |
| Year_Completed | 1965 |
| Nid_Storage | 969000 |
| Structural_Height | 145 |
| River_Or_Stream | BOSQUE RIVER |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Surface_Area | 7270 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Dam_Length | 17400 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Nid_Height | 145 |
Hog Ck Nr Crawford
|
2cfs |
Brazos Rv At Waco
|
337cfs |
Middle Bosque Rv Nr Mcgregor
|
19cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Valley Mills
|
17cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Aquilla
|
57cfs |
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
|
1cfs |