Type reservoir Primary outflows Nueces River Surface area 174 acres (70 ha) Surface elevation 183 m Outflow location Nueces River Cities Crystal City | Primary inflows Basin countries United States Max. depth 28 ft (8.5 m) Area 70 ha Inflow source Nueces River | |
Averhoff Reservoir is a reservoir on the Nueces River 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of the town of Crystal City in Zavala County, Texas, United States. The reservoir was formed in 1948 by the construction of two dams across two channels of the Nueces River to provide for water conservation in Zavala and surrounding counties. The dam and lake are managed by the Zavala-Dimmit County Water Impound District. Averhoff Reservoir also serves as a venue for recreation, including fishing and boating.
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Map of Averhoff Reservoir, Texas 78839, USA
Fish and plant lifeEdit
Averhoff Reservoir has been stocked with species of fish intended to improve the utility of the reservoir for recreational fishing. Fish present in Averhoff Reservoir include crappie, catfish, and largemouth bass.
Recreational usesEdit
The primary recreational use of the reservoir is fishing.
There are also a number of residences at the entrance to the reservoir, which makes it ideal for summer homes.