Buffalo Creek Reservoir
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Notice
Due to extremely low water level, the public boat ramp is not usable at this time.
Lake Characteristics
Location: 20 miles from Wichita Falls MSA
Surface area: 1,576 acres
Maximum depth: 28 feet
Impounded: 1964
Water Conditions
Current Lake Level
Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,049 ft. msl
Fluctuation: 8 feet annually
Normal Clarity: 1-2 ft. visibility
Reservoir Controlling Authority
City of Iowa Park
103 E. Cash
Iowa Park, Texas 76367
(940) 592-2642
Aquatic Vegetation
Small patches of pondweed can be found around the reservoir.
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 |
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| Largemouth Bass |  |
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| Catfish |  |
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| Crappie |  |
Fishing Cover/Structure
At the current reservoir elevation, the rock rip-rap of the dam is the primary habitat. Brush piles have been placed along the dam face.
Tips & Tactics
Catfishing is good year round for all the major species. Crappie fishing has been productive off the dam and the east side rocky points. Largemouth bass are good fishing shallow near flooded terrestrial trees and brush with a spinnerbait using a slow retrieve.