Lake Brownwood lake and shoreline

Overview

Lake Brownwood is a water-supply reservoir in Brown County, Texas, serving the Brownwood area and surrounding communities. The lake covers approximately 7,300 acres. It is managed by the Brown County Water Improvement District / Brown County Municipal Water District primarily for municipal and industrial water supply, with recreation on the pool.

The basin combines open main-lake water with creek arms, points, and shoreline indentations typical of a mid-sized West-Central Texas supply reservoir. Depth and bottom character vary from shallower cove and flat habitats to deeper water toward the dam, giving boaters and anglers a mix of structure types. Its role as a locally managed county water-supply lake shapes both its physical layout and operating priorities.

Lake Brownwood supports recreational boating and sport fishing through public ramps, parks, and shoreline access around the reservoir. Fishing and boating regulations are guided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Facilities around the lake provide regional access for day-use and overnight visitors.

The Brown County water districts manage the pool for water-supply storage and system operations, with a conservation elevation near 1,425 feet. Inflows, municipal demand, and drought or wet-period hydrology move the surface around that conservation reference. Monitoring lake levels is important for ramp usability, fishing access, shoreline conditions, and understanding available supply storage.

Current Conditions

  • Current statusBelow full pool
  • Drought conditionsNo Drought

About This Lake

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Lake Brownwood is a 7,300-acre reservoir on the Pecan Bayou managed by Brown County Water Improvement District No. 1.

On the Lake

Find key access points and services around Lake Brownwood.

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