Lake Leon
Lake Leon, also known as Leon Reservoir, is formed by a dam on the Leon River five miles southeast of Eastland in Eastland County (at 32°22' N, 98°41' W). It encompasses 1,590 acres. On its shores are the Lone Cedar Country Club and the Providence Cemetery. Boating and fishing are popular pastimes on the reservoir. The spillway stands at 1,375 feet above sea level. The local deep loamy soils support a variety of tall grasses.
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Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.
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Belongs to
Lake Leon is part of or belongs to the following places:
Lake Measurements
- Surface Area (in acres): 1,738
- Storage Capacity (in acre-feet): 27,762
Lake Maintained or Owned by
Eastland Co. Water Supply District
Date of Origin
1954 (70 years ago)Currently Exists
Yes
Place type
Lake Leon is classified as a Lake
Purposes
- Municipal water supply
- Industry