Houston County lake Is located approx. 10 miles Northwest of Crockett in Houston County
The lake was impounded (dammed) in 1966
The lake is fed primarily by Little Elkhart Creek, numerous small creeks as well as many active springs.
It is a constant level lake with minimal fluctuations. Houston County Lake will be near normal levels when Lewisville,
Livingston and most other lakes are down 8-9'
Water is described as clear to slightly stained.
Less than 1/2 of the lake is useable for recreational purposes.
Surface area: 1,330 acres-1523 acres depending on source.
Maximum depth: 40 feet
Impounded: 1966
It is said that the lake filled much faster than expected. Rumors of buried dozers, Misc. equipment and graveyards are
said to be accurate by many?
Controlling Authority
Houston County WC&ID No. 1
Aquatic Vegetation
Native emergent, native submergent and water hyacinth
Predominant Fish Species
Largemouth bass
Redear sunfish
Bluegill
Fishing Regulations
Statewide regulations apply for all species except largemouth bass, which has a 14-21 slot length limit. Bass 14 inches
and less or 21 inches and greater in length may be retained. Only one bass 21 inches or greater may be retained
each day.
Angling Opportunities
Houston County Lake has the potential to produce large trophy largemouth bass as well as large redear sunfish. The
lake also has a substantial population of spotted bass. The lake is popular for fly fishing, many groups will visit from
Houstn, Austin and Dallas.
Species Poor Fair Good Excellent
Largemouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Crappie
White Bass
Sunfish
Fishing Cover/Structure
The lake has abundant standing timber in the upper end. Some native emergent and submergent vegetation is also
present.
Links of interest:
Near the Marina 1968 By Henry Kjellander
| Click to enlarge these pictures. Jimmy Kjellander in 1968 |
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| Fly fishing kayaks line the banks of Crockett Family Resort. The lake is a popular spot to catch huge sunfish as well as bass and crappie |
| This 2005 picture of Houston County Lake was submitted by Genie Lindberg. Click to enlarge and look at the complete collection at the bottom of this page. |
| The Genie Lindberg Collection of aerial photos...click on a picture to enlarge |