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Wichita Falls, Texas 76301
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Wes Dutter, Biologist
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Palo Pinto Reservoir
Quick Links: Fishing Regulations | Angling Opportunities | Cover & Structure | Tips & Tactics
Lake Characteristics
Location: In Palo Pinto County, 79 miles
southwest of Fort Worth
Surface area: 2,399 acres
Maximum depth: 47 feet
Impounded: 1964
Water Conditions
Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 867 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 5 feet
Normal Clarity: 1-2 feet visibility
Reservoir Controlling Authority
Palo Pinto Co Municipal Water District No. 1
PO Box 387
Mineral Wells, Texas 76067
(940) 328-7712
Aquatic Vegetation
Some standing bulrushes
Predominant Fish Species
Lake Records
Stocking History
Latest Survey Report
Lake Maps
None available
Fishing Regulations
All species are currently managed under statewide regulations.
Angling Opportunities
Species | Poor | Fair | Good | Excellent |
---|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | ||||
Catfish | ||||
Crappie | ||||
White Bass | ||||
Hybrid Striped Bass |
Fishing Cover/Structure
Rocky shoreline; numerous boat docks found throughout the lake
Tips & Tactics
Fish rocky points throughout the lake, lighted boat docks at night. There is a peak-demand power plant located on this reservoir, which will raise water temperatures when it's operating but does not provide consistent winter fishing.