These hotels in lake conroe are also highlyrated by couples. Because the data analyzed herein include historical lakelevel to almost fivefeet below full pool, interpreting these results beyond the historical low lakelevels. Lake conroe is a 21,000acre lake in montgomery county, texas. History and general information of the reservoir lake conroe is located on the west fork of the san jacinto river in walker and. Usgs 08067600 lk conroe nr conroe, tx usgs water data for. Our beautiful lake conroe map is easy to read and has all the information you could ever need for a successful trip to lake conroe. Lake conroe is open montgomery county police reporter. Lake conroe texass deadliest lake houston chronicle. Lake conroe was impounded in the late 1960s and early 1970s, seven miles northwest on the west fork of the san jacinto river, further stimulating local growth. Lake conroe san jacinto river basin texas water development. In addition to the familiar lumber and petrochemical concerns, a number of new manufacturing and engineering firms have been established in conroe. Lake conroe information april sound on lake conroe. Lake brownwood dam brown county water improvement district 1.
The water level in lake conroe crested at a level of 204. Lake houston water level including historical chart. The lake can store up to 430,000 acrefeet of water at the normal pool elevation of 201 feet above mean sea level, i. Conroe, tx the handbook of texas online texas state. History of lake conroe lake conroe real estate homes for. It varies in depth from about 60 feet in the center of the main lake next to the dam at full level to less.
A previously released article by houston chronicle reporter, john d. The elevationstorage rating curve used to produce the storage hydrograph is made of two segments. For guests that are checking in, there will be an amended checkin procedure, please call front desk for more information. History of lake conroe san jacinto river authority. Water quality is generally good, with an average depth of 20. The water temperature at sunrise has been around 63. State and local officials have agreed on a temporary plan to reduce flooding risks in communities between lake conroe and lake houston by. Lake houston dam city of houston daily levels by month.
Lake conroe water level has risen over seven inches and exceeded normal pool elevation. New record release and water level for lake conroe hello. The standing lake record caught in 2009 by angler ricky bearden weighed 15. It was built as a joint project of the city of houston, the texas water development board, and the san jacinto river authority in 1973 as an alternate water source for the city of houston. The lake conroe water level is continuing to slowly decline. January, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september, october. During the 2011 drought, lake conroe reached its lowest level ever at a mere 8. Lake conroe is a popular attraction for boating, jetskiing, and fishing. The water rights to lake conroe are owned by the san jacinto river authority and the city of houston. Deserve a chance lake placid series book 5 natalie ann.
Channel catfish are by far the most abundant sportfish in the lake, offering most any angler a good opportunity for good catches. The elevation storage rating curve used to produce the storage. Find 2 listings related to lake conroe area telephone directory in montgomery on. The lake runs through the east texas piney woods forests. The current release rate from lake conroe is 73,201 cubic feet per second cfs. The previous record water level for the lake was 205. Most docks and bulkheads will become visible once the lake drops another 0. Significant boat traffic at dusk on independence day. Recorded highest water level in the lake history was. The lake conroe communities network is seeking participants and funding for a quantitative study of the economic impact of lower lake levels. While the majority of the lake is in the unincorporated region of the county, only a small section sprawls into the city of conroe. Lake conroe lake level and releases declining hello. The lake runs through classic east texas piney woods forests.
The fishing on lake conroe is good when you can dodge the fronts, rain storms and winds. The drought monitor focuses on broadscale conditions. Lake conroe final report 6 hazard reduction and recovery center. Lake conroe area telephone directory in montgomery, tx. Lake conroe waterfront homes waterfont homes for sale on. Recorded highest water level in the lake history was 205. The lake has an overall good water quality, seeing an average depth. Take a chance lake placid series book 4 kindle edition. The health and safety of our guests is important to lake conroehouston north koa holiday, due to covid19 we will be closing all indoor group areas, and limited access to outdoor recreation. The dam of lake conroe is located on the lakes south shore along hwy 105 about 7 miles west of interstate 45 in conroe.
Brownwood lake water level including historical chart. Some books might have english levels that vary slightly from the english level. Sjra operations personnel at the lake conroe dam are now beginning controlled releases to slowly pass a portion of the inflows coming into the lake. Fishnmap lake mead features underwater depth contours for easy structure fishing in lake mead, arizona and nevada, usa along with other underwater features perfect for fishing, boating, swimming, or camping. Officials approve lowering water levels in lakes conroe and houston. Conroe, texasdue to an overwhelming response, the san jacinto river authoritys sjra board of directors will hold special meetings january 21, 2020, at 6. Whether or not to purposely lower the water level for lake conroe is a hotly debated issue in 2020 for folks in both montgomery and harris counties. If lake levels were to drop significantly, it would definitely have an impact on the lake conroe economy, and would begin to dry up sales tax revenues and eventually could affect revenues from property. Lake conroe is one of the wealthiest areas in texas. About where you live, work and play around lake conroe, texas. We have interviewed anglers with 12inch bluegills in their creels. The lake has over 22,000 acres of surface water, is 26 miles long and 6 miles wide at the widest. Because learning azs translations mirror the content and structure of the original text while reflecting the natural flow of. Lake conroe san jacinto river basin lake conroe is located approximately seven miles northwest of conroe, on the west fork of the san jacinto river in walker and montgomery counties.
This lake is a midsized texas lake, and has a shoreline of 157 miles. According to twdb 2010 volumetric survey, at the conservation capacity pool. The receded water levels in the summer left many boats on the lake bed as a prolonged drought took a. According to the sjra, as of september of 2009 after years of negotiations, the sjra completed a contract with the city of houston to purchase the right to use the citys 23 rds share of the water in lake conroe. Fishnmap company produces bathymetric fishing maps useful to fishermen, boaters, and campers. On thursday, february 20th, the board of directors for the san jacinto river authority sjra held.
Search below for homes on lake conroe currently for sale, and please contact us if you would like to go take a look at any of them in person. Lake conroe is on the west fork of the san jacinto river. Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, feet, radar sensor most recent instantaneous value. Things to know about lake conroe houston chronicle. If you registered for lakes online using your facebook account or linked your lakes online account to your facebook account, use this button to log in. View over 750 usgs realtime stream, lake, reservoir, precipitation, and. Fortunately, lake conroe was over six inches low when the event started and was able. According to previous records, the initial surface area of lake conroe at the conservation pool elevation of 201. Lakefront home private fishing pier walk to stores. From the fishing index that was put together by local resident guides that shows where to fish and even what kind of lures work best for each season to the clear and easytoread display of submerged structure throughout lake conroe, you will be glad.
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