Golden Alga Bloom Reports

March 4, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from Scenic Cove, the dam, Neely Slough, Bluff Creek, South Broadway, Caddo Creek, Cedar Creek, Sandy Beach, Deep Elm Arm, Public Dock #1, Bloodweed Island, and Rock Creek had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from South D&D had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  The fish kill that began on January 31, 2024, appears to have subsided and no additional fish kills were observed in the reservoir in March.
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, the FM 51 Crossing, and the US Business 377 Crossing had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  The fish kill that began on January 31, 2024, appears to have subsided.  The Brazos River Authority reported approximately 300 dead fish in the lake on February 24, 2024, and no new fish kills have been reported in March.

March 12, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, Sandy Beach, and Deep Elm Arm, had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 18, 2024
Beal Park – A water sample from the Beal Park Pond had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from the C.J. Kelly Park Pond had a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 1, 2024 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the Small Lake had high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.

February 6, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Sandy Beach had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  Beginning on January 31, 2024, TPWD started receiving reports of dead and dying shad near Possum Hollow Camp.  The suspected cause of the fish kill is a Golden Algae bloom.
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the FM 51 Crossing had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the US Business 377 Crossing had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  The fish kill that was reported to TPWD on January 31, 2024, is still ongoing.  Hundreds of dead fish are being reported around Port Ridglea area.  The dead fish include Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, sunfish, and Freshwater Drum.

February 13, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – A water sample from the golf course had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the boat ramp and the Southeast corner of the reservoir had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.  Beginning on January 27, 2024, TPWD began receiving reports of dying Gizzard Shad in the lake.  TPWD fisheries management biologists went onsite and saw several hundred to a thousand dead Gizzard Shad as well as some sunfish.  The suspected cause of the fish kill is a Golden Algae bloom.

February 14, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Abilene – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Marina and Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Kirby Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 20, 2024 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the Small Lake had high densities of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.

January 2, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from McCown Valley Park and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Lofers Bend had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 3, 2024 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from the Small Lake had moderate to high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.

January 4, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam and Johnson Road had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Sandy Beach had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

January 9, 2024 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park Pond in Midland, TX had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from the CJ Kelly Park Pond in Midland, TX had a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

January 17, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the creek and the dam had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from Anchor Marina and Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Kirby Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 18, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, the FM 51 Crossing and the US Business 377 Crossing had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 31, 2024 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from McCown Valley Park and Lofers Bend had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Granbury – Water samples from throughout Lake Granbury had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  Beginning on January 30, 2024, TPWD started receiving reports of hundreds of dead fish of various sizes and species dying throughout the lake.  A Golden Algae bloom is suspected to have caused the fish kill.

December 4, 2023 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park Pond in Midland, TX had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from the CJ Kelly Park Pond in Midland, TX a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp on Moss Creek Lake had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 11, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam and Johnson Road had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Sandy Beach had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

December 12, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from the FM 51 Crossing and the US Business 377 Crossing had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 13, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from McCown Valley Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 18, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the dam and upper creek area had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Stamford – A water sample from the Anchor Marina and the Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp on North Anson Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Kirby – A water sample from the boat ramp on Lake Kirby had no detectable P. parvum cells.

June 5, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from the Brazos River feeding into Possum Kingdom Reservoir had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from Rock Creek Camp, Willow Beach, Peanut Patch, and Breakers Cove had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from Elm Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  Water samples from Bloodweed Island, N. Costello Island, and Sam’s Public Boat Ramp had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  On June 1, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department received notifications from anglers of a fish kill in Possum Kingdom Reservoir.  TPWD biologists observed a minor fish kill in the area of Sam’s Public Boat Ramp up to Elm Creek.  The dead fish included Gizzard Shad, Blue Catfish, Freshwater Drum, White Crappie, Smallmouth Buffalo, and Striped Bass.

April 3, 2023 – Red River Basin
Lake Kemp – Water samples from Lake Kemp had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

April 23, 2023 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Little Lake Ascarate in El Paso, TX had high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  On April 20, 2023, local residents in El Paso reported a fish kill on Little Lake Ascarate.  The dead fish included Largemouth Bass and Carp.

April 25, 2023 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Balmorhea – Water samples from the boat ramp and road gate on Lake Balmorhea had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the canal had no detectable P. parvum cells.  The fish kill that began on March 18, 2023 appears to have subsided.

March 1, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from Ports of Call had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  Water samples from the dam and Rough Creek Park had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish.  The lake is still experiencing a fish kill that began on February 6.  Local residents are reporting small clumps of a dozen to hundreds of dead fish throughout the lake, especially between US Business 377 and Ports of Call Road.  The dead fish include Threadfin Shad, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Bass, Freshwater Drum, crappie, and sunfish.

March 3, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – A water sample from McCown Valley Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 6, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the US Business 377 and FM 51 Bridges had moderate densities of P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the dam had low densities of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  The lake is still experiencing a fish kill that began on February 6.  Local residents are reporting small clumps of a dozen to hundreds of dead fish throughout the lake, especially between US Business 377 and Ports of Call Road.  The dead fish include Threadfin Shad, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Bass, Freshwater Drum, crappie, and sunfish.

March 7, 2023 – Red River Basin
Lake Texoma – A water sample from Lebanon Pool had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 7, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic fish.  Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.
March 13, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from White Bluff, Steele Creek, and McCown Valley Park had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from Lofers Bend had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  TPWD received several calls about a few dead Freshwater Drum and Smallmouth Buffalo in Lake Whitney, but a golden algal bloom could not be confirmed as the cause of the fish kill.
Lubbock Canyon Lake System – Water samples from Canyon Lakes #1 and #2 had moderate levels of P. parvum cells.  On March 25, 2023, TPWD received notifications from local residents of a fish kill in Buddy Holly Park.  Lubbock County Game Wardens reported seeing hundreds of dead fish including Black Bullhead Catfish, Channel Catfish, Gizzard Shad, Common Carp, and sunfish.

March 13, 2023 – Red River Basin
Lake Kemp – Water samples from Herring Point and the Moonshine Ramp had high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.

March 21, 2023 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Balmorhea – Water samples from throughout the lake had high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.  TPWD received reports of a fish kill throughout the lake beginning on March 18, 2023.

February 1, 2023 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the Little Lake had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 6, 2023 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the Beal Park Pond in Midland, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.
CJ Kelly – A water sample from the CJ Kelly Park Pond in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake EV Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 6, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 9, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the FM 51 and US Business 377 Crossings had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  A widespread fish kill has been occurring in Lake Granbury since February 6, 2023 and has continued through February.  Local residents are reporting small clumps of a dozen to hundreds of dead fish throughout the lake, especially between US Business 377 and Ports of Call Road.  The dead fish include Threadfin Shad, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Bass, Freshwater Drum, crappie, and sunfish.

January 2, 2023 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the pond in Beal Park in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from the pond in CJ Kelly Park in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the pond in Comanche Trails Park in Odessa, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 3, 2023 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake and the Little Lake Ascarate in El Paso, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 4, 2023 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from Sandy Beach had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the Johnson Rd. Crossing, Deep Elm Arm, and the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the FM 51 and US Business 377 Crossing had moderate levels of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Lake Whitney – A water sample from Lofers Bend had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from McCown Valley Park and Steele Creek had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

November 1, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam and Deep Elm Arm had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from Johnson Road and Sandy Beach had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from the FM 51 and US Business 377 Crossings had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

November 15, 2022 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake and the Little Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.

November 15, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – A water sample from the creek area of Lake Sweetwater had no detectable of P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the main boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Marina and the Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Kirby – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

November 28, 2022 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the pond at Beal Park in Midland had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
C. J. Kelly Park – A water sample from the pond at C. J. Kelly Park in Midland had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the pond at Comanche Trails Park in Odessa had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from the state park had a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake E. V. Spence – Water samples from Paint Creek and Lake View Park had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Brady Creek Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Colorado River – A water sample from the 12 Mile Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

October 3, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Leon River – Water samples from the dam and the dam boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

October 4, 2022 – Colorado River Basin
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

October 4, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam and the US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the FM 51 Bridge had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

October 5, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from Johnson Road and Sandy Beach had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

September 19, 2022 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the Big Lake and the Little Lake contained no P. parvum cells.

September 19, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from Sandy Beach, South D&D, and Hell’s Gate contained no P. parvum cells.  Water samples from Costello Island and Caddo Bay had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

September 26, 2022 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park Pond had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
C. J. Kelly Park – A water sample from the C. J. Kelly Park Pond had a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the Comanche Trails Park Pond contained no P. parvum cells.

July 7, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – A water sample from Deep Elm Arm contained a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach contained no P. parvum cells.

June 7, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – On June 6, 2022, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department received a notification of a fish kill in Possum Kingdom Reservoir.  On June 7, 2022, biologists with TPWD Inland Fisheries Management went on-scene to make observations and take water samples to test for P. parvum.  The biologists observed several hundred dead fish along a one mile stretch of the main channel around the Peanut Patch area.  The dead fish included Blue Catfish, Bluegill, Freshwater Drum, Gizzard Shad, Largemouth Bass, River Carpsucker, Striped Bass, Threadfin Shad, White Bass, and White Crappie.
Water samples collected from Scenic Cove and South D&D had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples collected from the State Park, Peanut Patch, and Caddo Bay had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from Deep Elm Arm and Castello Island had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  A water sample from Rock Creek had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

June 20, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – The fish kill that was first observed on June 6, 2022 has subsided.  Water samples collected from the State Park, Deep Elm Arm, Rock Creek, Bug Beach, and Caddo Bay had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  Water samples from the Peanut Patch and Sam’s Dock had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish.

February 25, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Steele Creek, Lofer’s Bend, and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 3, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Levelland, Texas – A water sample from Lobo Lake in Levelland, Texas had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from Brashear Lake in Levelland, Texas had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  TPWD biologists observed fish kills in both Lobo and Brashear Lakes that continued throughout the month of March.  The dead fish included Channel Catfish, Common Carp, as well as Rainbow Trout that were stocked in the lakes in December.
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, the FM 51 Crossing, and the US Business 377 Crossing had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 9, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from Cottonwood Creek and the upper creek area had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Stamford Lake – Water samples from Anchor Marina and Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Kirby Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 1, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, Sandy Beach, and Deep Elm Arm had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam and FM 51 Crossing had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the US Business 377 Crossing had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 7, 2022 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the Beal Park Pond in Midland, TX had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly – A water sample from the C.J. Kelly Park Pond in Midland, TX had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 8, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Kirby Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from Anchor and Stamford Marinas had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from Cottonwood Creek and the Creek Area had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the dam had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 14, 2022 – Colorado River Basin
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
E.V. Spence Reservoir – A water sample from Paint Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from Lake View Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  Local residents reported a fish kill on E.V. Spence Reservoir beginning on February 11, 2022 through February 14, 2022.  The fish kill was concentrated around the dam from the North Shore of the lake down to Wildcat Creek.  The predominant species of dead fish was Threadfin Shad, but there were a few Largemouth Bass observed as well.

January 4, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, Sandy Beach, and Deep Elm Arm had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 5, 2022 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam and the US Business 377 Crossing had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the FM 51 Crossing had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the dam and the creek arm had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Stamford Marina had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake North Anson – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Kirby – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 2, 2021 – Red River Basin
Lake Kemp – Water samples from Lake Kemp had low to moderate concentrations of P. parvum and toxicity to fish ranged from moderate to high.

December 2, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofers Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 7, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach, had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 8, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam and the US Business 377 Crossing had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the FM 51 Crossing had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 13, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the pond at Beal Park in Midland, TX had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from the pond at C.J. Kelly Park in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the pond at Comanche Trails Park in Odessa, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Brady Creek Reservoir – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Elm Creek – A water sample from the Ballinger City Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Sims Lake – A water sample from Sims Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Concho River – Water samples from Veribest Park and Paint Rock had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Colorado River – A water sample from 12 Mile Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

November 1, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Rd. and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

November 2, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, the FM 51 Crossing, and US Business 377 had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

November 9, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from the pond at CJ Kelly Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Beal Park – A water sample from the pond at Beal Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.

September 27, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland, Texas had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly – A water sample from the pond in C.J. Kelly Park in Midland, Texas had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the pond at Comanche Trails Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.

September 27, 2021 – Rio Grande Basin
Crane Golf Course – A water sample from the Crane Golf Course in Crane, Texas had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Ascarte – Water samples from both Little Lake and Big Lake Ascarte in El Paso, Texas had no detectable P. parvum cells.

May 3, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples collected from Lofer’s Bend and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample collected from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples collected from the dam, Johnson Rd., and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample collected from Deep Elm Arm had low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

May 5, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample collected from US Business 377 had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples collected from the dam and FM 51 had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

April 5, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples collected from the dam, Sandy Beach, and Johnson Road had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample collected from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Whitney – Water samples collected from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

April 8, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from the dam and the FM 51 Bridge had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 1, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the pond at Beal Park in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly – A water sample from CJ Kelly Park in Midland, TX had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 1, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Kimball Bend had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 2, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Sandy Beach, and Johnson Road had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 3, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from the FM 51 and US Business Hwy 377 Bridges had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

March 13, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Brazos River above Possum Kingdom Reservoir – On March 13, 2021, a local resident reported a fish kill in the Brazos River approximately 2 miles upstream of the Bunger Bridge.  The local resident reported several hundred dead fish including White Bass, Common Carp, and gar.  A water sample taken from the Bunger Bridge had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells.  A subsequent fish kill was reported on March 27, 2021 in the Brazos River downstream of the previous report and near the upper part of Possum Kingdom Reservoir.  No dead fish were reported in the reservoir.

February 1, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Rd. and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the Deep Elm Arm had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

February 2, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the FM 51 Crossing had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.  A water sample from the US Business 377 Bridge had a high concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.  On February 6, 2021, local residents began reporting dead fish at the FM 51 crossing down about 1.5 miles toward the dam.  The dead fish included shad, drum, and crappie.

February 8, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland, TX had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly – A water sample from CJ Kelly Park in Midland, TX had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Paint Creek had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Brady Creek Reservoir – A water sample from Brady Creek Reservoir had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Ballinger – A water sample from the Colorado River in Ballinger had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 8, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, Steele Creek, and Kimball Bend had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 5, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.

January 6, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the US Business 377 Bridge had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.  A water sample from the FM 51 Bridge had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.

January 7, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 11, 2021 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarte – Water samples from the Big Lake had low concentrations of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish. Water samples from the middle and north part of Little Lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from the south end of Little Lake had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 12, 2021 – Colorado River Basin
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from CJ Kelly Park in Midland, TXhad a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Beal Park – A water sample in the Beal Park Pond in Midland, TX had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa, TX had no detectable P. parvum cells.
E.V. Spence Reservoir – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

January 13, 2021 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Stamford and Anchor Marinas had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the dam and the upper creek area had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Kirby Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 1, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 9, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, FM 51, and US Business 377 had low concentrations of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 14, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from the Beal Park Pond in Midland had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
CJ Kelly Park – A water sample from the CJ Kelly Park Pond in Midland had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from the Comanche Trails Park Pond in Odessa had no detectable P. parvum cells
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado State Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp at Moss Creek Lake had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as moderately toxic to fish.
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Concho River – Water samples from Mullins Crossing and Paint Rock had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Elm Creek – A water sample from Ballinger City Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Colorado River – A water sample from the 12 Mile Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Brady Creek – A water sample from Brady Creek had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Champion Creek Reservoir – A water sample from Champion Creek Reservoir had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 14, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Stamford – Water samples from Stamford Marina and Anchor Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the dam and creek area on Lake Sweetwater had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp on North Anson Lake had a low concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Kirby – A water sample from the boat ramp on Lake Kirby had no detectable P. parvum cells.

November 2, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples collected from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples collected from the dam, Johnson Rd. and FM 2951 had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample collected from the Deep Elm Arm of Possum Kingdom had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

November 3, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample collected from the US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples collected from the dam and FM 51 had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish. 

November 23, 2020 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples taken from both the big and little Lake Ascarate had no detectable P. parvum cells.

November 23, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Daniel – Water samples taken from the boat ramp and Gonzales Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fisheries biologists observed a small fish kill of approximately 100 Gizzard Shad and White Crappie on November 19, 2020 that was suspected to have been caused by low dissolved oxygen and not by a golden algal bloom.
Lake Stamford – Water samples collected from the Stamford and Anchor Marinas had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples taken from a feeder creek to Lake Sweetwater and the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample collected from the boat ramp on North Anson Lake had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Kirby – A water sample collected from the boat ramp at Lake Kirby had no detectable P. parvum cells.

September 8, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lubbock Canyon Lakes – Residents of Lubbock reported a moderate fish kill of several thousand fish in the Lubbock Canyon Lakes system from N. University Ave. down to Cesar Chavez Dr.  The dead fish included carp, catfish, sunfish, crappie, and bass. Water samples from the lakes had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and a golden algal bloom is the likely cause of the fish kill.

June 1, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom – A large fish kill attributed to a Golden Algal bloom occurred across Possum Kingdom beginning in late May. TPWD Fisheries Management Biologists observed dead fish at Willow Beach, Deep Elm Arm, Peanut Patch, and in the main part of the lake. The dead fish included Largemouth Bass, Blue Catfish, Striped Bass, White Bass, River Carpsucker, Freshwater Drum, Smallmouth Buffalo, Common Carp, sunfish, and crappie. Water samples collected from Peanut Patch, Sandy Beach, and Willow Beach had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish. A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. Water samples from Rock Creek and Sky Camp had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish. Water samples collected from the main part of the lake had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish. Water samples collected from the state park, Bug Beach, and Golden Cove had no detectable P. parvum cells.

June 2, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A large fish kill attributed to a Golden Algal bloom occurred in Lake Granbury beginning in late May. TPWD received reports from the public of dead fish observed from the US 377 Bridge down to the dam. The dead fish included Gizzard Shad, Largemouth Bass, Flathead Catfish, Freshwater Drum, Common Carp, and Smallmouth Buffalo. TPWD Fisheries Management Biologists collected water samples throughout the lake. Water samples from the dam and Hunter Park had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish. Water samples from Ports O’ Call and Catalina Bay had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish. A water sample from Holiday Estates had moderate a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.

March 10, 2020 – Rio Grande River Basin
Red Bluff Reservoir – Water samples from Red Bluff Reservoir had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 11, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Paint Creek on Lake E.V. Spence had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. A water sample from Lakeview Park had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. E.V. Spence has been experiencing a golden algal bloom since December of 2019.

February 18, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Lake Stamford Marina, and Anchor Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the creek and boat ramp on Lake Sweetwater had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the Lake Anson Boat Ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake Kirby – A water sample from the Lake Kirby Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 17, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the Lake Granbury Dam, FM 51 Bridge, and US Business 377 Bridge, had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 17, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City State Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Moss Creek Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp on Moss Creek Lake had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Lake E.V. Spence – A water sample from Paint Creek on Lake E.V. Spence had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish. A water sample from Lakeview Park had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish. E.V. Spence has been experiencing a golden algal bloom since December of 2019.
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from C.J. Kelly Park in Midland had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Champion Creek Reservoir – A water sample from Champion Creek Reservoir had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 13, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom – Water samples from the Possum Kingdom Dam, Johnson Road, Sandy Beach, and Deep Elm Arm had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 30, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from McCown Valley Park, Steele Creek, and Lofer’s Bend on Lake Whitney had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 29, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples for Lake Ascarate contained moderate to high densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as highly toxic to fish.  Water samples collected from the adjacent small pond contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.

January 28, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
E.V. Spence Reservoir – Water samples from Lakeview Park, Wildcat Creek, and Paint Creek contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.

January 21, 2020 – Red River Basin
Plum Lake – Water samples from Plum Lake in Wichita Falls contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.  This low density golden alga bloom may have been responsible for a fish kill that was reported by local residents earlier in the week.

January 8, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from FM 51 and US Business 377 contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.

January 8, 2020 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from Lake Ascarate had moderate densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as moderately toxic to fish.  Water samples from the adjacent small pound had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.

January 7, 2020 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from McCown Valley Park and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Lofer’s Bend contained a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the bridge and Anchor Marina contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the boat ramp and in the creek area had no detectable densities of P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Kirby Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp on Kirby Lake had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.
Possum Kingdom Lake – A water sample from the dam had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Johnson Rd. contained a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.  Water samples collected from Sandy Beach and Deep Elm Arm contained no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 2, 2020 – Colorado River Basin
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland contained a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from C.J. Kelly in Midland contained a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.

December 4, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Concho River – Water samples collected from Veribest Park, and the FM 1692 Crossing contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Elm Creek – A water sample from Ballinger City Park contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Colorado River – A water sample from the 12 Mile Boat Ramp on the Colorado River contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Brady Creek – A water sample from Brady Creek contained no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 4, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, FM 51, and US Business 377 contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells. A water sample from McCown Valley Park contained low a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.

December 3, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa contained no detectable P. parvum cells.
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland contained a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from C.J. Kelly contained a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as not toxic to fish.
Moss Creek – A water sample from the boat ramp at Moss Creek contained a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Colorado City – A water sample from Lake Colorado City contained a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.
E.V. Spence Reservoir – A water sample from Lakeview Park at E.V. Spence Reservoir contained a moderate density P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Champion Creek – A water sample from Champion Creek contained no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 3, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Reservoir – Water samples from the dam and Johnson Road on Possum Kingdom Reservoir contained no detectable P. parvum cells. Water samples from Sandy Beach, and Deep Elm Arm contained low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as not toxic to fish.

March 25, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Buffalo Springs – Water samples collected from the marina and cove on Buffalo Springs in Lubbock had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Dunbar Historical Lake – A sample collected from the dam on Dunbar Historical Lake in Lubbock had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 25, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from Swim Beach, the boat ramp, and the upper creek area had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake E.V. Spence – Water samples from Wildcat Creek, Paint Creek, and Lakeview Park had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish. A sample from the Lakeshore Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 21, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, FM 51, and US Business 377 had no detectable P. parvum cells.

March 18, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Lake – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Road, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells. A sample from Deep Elm Arm had a high density of P. parvum cells but was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 25, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from C.J. Kelly Park in Midland had a low density of P. parvum cells and classified as non-toxic to fish.
E.V. Spence – Water samples from Wildcat Creek and Paint Creek had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as slightly toxic to fish.  A water sample from the Lake Shore Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 25, 2019 – Rio Grande Basin
Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the north end, south end, and mid-lake had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 20, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Sweetwater – Water samples from the dam and upper creek area had no detectable P. parvum cells.
North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Ramp and Lake Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 19, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
E.V. Spence – A water sample from Wildcat Creek had a moderate concentration of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.
Lake Colorado City – A water sample from Colorado City State Park had low a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 18, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Concho River – Water samples from Veribest Park and Mullins Crossing had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Elm Creek – A water sample from Ballinger City Park had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Colorado River – A water sample from the 12 Mile Boat Ramp on the Colorado River had no detectable P. parvum cells.
Brady Creek – Water samples from Melvin and the Boat Ramp on Brady Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 7, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 6, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, the FM 51 Bridge, and the US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.

February 5, 2019 – Brazos River Basin
Possum Kingdom Lake – A water sample from Johnson Rd. had no detectable P. parvum cells. Samples from the dam and Sandy Beach had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish. A water sample from the Deep Elm Arm had moderate density of P. parvum cells nd was classified as non-toxic to fish.

February 4, 2019 – Colorado River Basin
Beal Park – A water sample from Beal Park in Midland had a moderate density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.
C.J. Kelly Park – A water sample from C.J. Kelly Park in Midland had a high density of P. parvum cells but was classified as non-toxic to fish.
Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 14, 2019 – Brazos River Basin

Lake North Anson – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Ramp and Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.

Lake McCarty – A water sample from the boat ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

Hubbard Creek Lake – Water samples from the US 180 Bridge and the Dam Boat Ramp had no detectable P. parvum cells.

Lake Sweetwater – A water sample from the upper creek area had no detectable P. parvum cells. A sample from the dam had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 7, 2019 – Brazos River Basin

Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend and McCown Valley Park had no detectable P. parvum cells. A sample from Steele Creek had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam, FM 51 Bridge, and US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.

Possum Kingdom – Water samples from the dam and Johnson Road Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells.  Water samples from Sandy Beach and the Deep Elm Arm had low densities of P. parvum cells and were classified as non-toxic to fish.

January 7, 2019 – Colorado River Basin

Comanche Trails Park – A water sample from Comanche Trails Park in Odessa had no detectable P. parvum cells.

January 7, 2019 – Rio Grande River Basin

Lake Ascarate – Water samples from the north end, south end, and middle of Lake Ascarate in El Paso had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 18, 2018 – Brazos River Basin

Dyess Air Force Base – Water samples from Totten Lake and the Hospital Pond had no detectable P. parvum cells. A water sample from the Golf Course Pond had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 17, 2018 – Brazos River Basin

Lake Whitney – Water samples from Lofer’s Bend, McCown Valley Park, and Steele Creek had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 12, 2018 – Brazos River Basin

Possum Kingdom – Water samples from the dam, Johnson Rd. Bridge, and Sandy Beach had no detectable P. parvum cells.  A water sample from Deep Elm Arm had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 11, 2018 – Brazos River Basin

Lake Granbury – Water samples from the dam and the US Business 377 Bridge had no detectable P. parvum cells. A water sample from the FM 51 Bridge had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

December 10, 2018 – Brazos River Basin

Lake Sweetwater – A water sample from the Upper Creek of Lake Sweetwater had no detectable P. parvum cells. A water sample from the dam had a high density of P. parvum cells and was classified as highly toxic to fish.

North Anson Lake – A water sample from the boat ramp had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

Lake Stamford – Water samples from the Anchor Ramp and Stamford Marina had no detectable P. parvum cells.

December 17, 2018 – Pecos River Basin

Beal Park, Midland– A water sample from the park pond had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as slightly toxic to fish.

CJ Kelly Park, Midland – A water sample from the park pond had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

Comanche Trails Park, Odessa – A water sample from the pond had no detectable P. parvum cells. A water sample from the Golf Course Pond had a low density of P. parvum cells and was classified as non-toxic to fish.

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