Lake Diversion
Lake Diversion, an artificial lake about seven miles long, is in northwestern Archer and northeastern Baylor counties and was formed by building a flood-control dam on the Wichita River (at 33°49' N, 98°56' W) in Archer County. It is used primarily for irrigation, with a network of canals running as far as Wichita Falls. The lake, which stands at 1,053 feet above sea level, is also an excellent recreation area. The local soils are deep clayey loams and support a variety of grasses and wild upland plants.
Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.
At a Glance
Lake Measurements
- Surface Area (in acres)
- 3,397
- Storage Capacity (in acre-feet)
- 35,324
Belongs to
Lake Diversion is part of or belongs to the following places.
Lake Maintained or Owned by
City of Wichita Falls and Wichita Co. WID No. 2
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Date of Origin
1924 99 years agoCurrently Exists
Yes
Place type
Lake Diversion is classified as a Lake
Purposes
- Municipal water supply
- Industry
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