Stillhouse Hollow Lake facts for kids
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Stillhouse Hollow Lake and Dam
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 Stillhouse Hollow Lake
Location in Texas
Stillhouse Hollow Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Bell County, southwest of Belton, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31°01′24″N 97°31′51″W / 31.02333°N 97.53083°W |
| Type | Flood control reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Lampasas River |
| Primary outflows | Lampasas River |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 6,429 acres (2,602 ha) |
| Max. depth | 107 ft (33 m) |
| Water volume | 235,700 acre⋅ft (0.2907 km3) |
| Surface elevation | 622 ft (190 m) |
Stillhouse Hollow Lake is a large lake in Texas. It was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This group builds and manages many water projects in the United States. The lake is on the Lampasas River, about 5 miles (8 km) southwest of Belton.
The lake was officially filled with water in 1968. Its main job is to help control floods for towns downstream. It also provides drinking water for several nearby communities. Stillhouse Hollow Lake is a very popular place for outdoor fun. People sometimes call it Stillhouse Hollow Reservoir.
Lake Levels and Drought
Stillhouse Hollow Lake's water level can change a lot. This depends on how much rain falls. In 2011, Central Texas had a very bad drought. A drought is a long period with very little rain.
During this time, the lake's water level dropped to its lowest point ever. It went below the previous record set in 1989. At the end of 2011, the lake was much lower than usual.
Fish Living in the Lake
Stillhouse Hollow Lake is a great place for fishing! Different kinds of fish have been put into the lake. This helps make fishing even better for everyone.
Some of the fish you can catch here include:
Fun Things to Do at the Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers not only manages the dam but also keeps up many fun places around the lake. These places are open for everyone to enjoy.
Two popular parks are Dana Peak Park and Union Grove Park. They are both managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Many people love to go boating and fishing on Stillhouse Hollow Lake. It's a perfect spot for outdoor adventures!
- Stillhouse Hollow Lake from the Handbook of Texas Online
