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Wichita Falls, Texas 76301
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Wes Dutter, Biologist
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Lost Creek Reservoir
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Lake Characteristics
Location: 58 miles southeast of Wichita
Falls, near Jacksboro
Surface area: 385 acres
Maximum depth: 60 feet
Impounded: 1990
Water Conditions
Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,009.5 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 6 feet
Normal Clarity: 2 to 4 ft. visibility
Reservoir Controlling Authority
City of Jacksboro
PO Box 277
Jacksboro, Texas 76056
(940) 567-6321
Aquatic Vegetation
Hydrilla has become established in the reservoir being found throughout the waterbody but to date is not considered problematic to aquatic recreational usage. Hydrilla is a highly invasive species and all recreators should assure that they do not transport the plant after visiting Lost Creek. Remember to clean, drain, and dry the boat and gear every time you visit any waterbody.
Predominant Fish Species
Lake Records
Stocking History
Latest Survey Report
Lake Maps
No contour maps are available for this reservoir.
Fishing Regulations
All species are currently managed under statewide regulations.
Angling Opportunities
This lake has an abundant supply of largemouth bass around the 14-inch minimum size limit, but not many larger bass.
Species | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
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Largemouth Bass | ||||
Catfish | ||||
Crappie | ||||
Sunfish |
Fishing Cover/Structure
Clear water with lots of standing timber and a rocky shoreline
Tips & Tactics
Fish with crankbaits, Texas rigged worms and buzz baits. Plastics also work well at this reservoir. During summer, the thermocline typically sets up at 25 feet and many bass are caught above that level. Catfish can be found in northern mid lake arm of the reservoir. Most crappie are caught near the northern cove by the dam.