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Somerville Lake
Fort Worth District Map
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Somerville Lake Office
1560 Thornberry Dr.
Somerville, Texas 77879

 

Hours:
M-F 7:45am - 4:30pm
Phone:
(979)-596-1622
Fax: 
(979)-596-1493

 

Please send questions and comments about this website to the address above or call (979)-596-1622.

Camping Reservations:
1-877-444-6777
www.recreation.gov

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Welcome to Somerville Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District welcomes you to Somerville Lake, located in Somerville, Texas. Somerville Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, water sports, fishing, hunting, boating, or just relaxed living. During your visit to Somerville Lake, be sure to take advantage of all the recreational opportunities and natural beauty that the lake has to offer. Help us to preserve the natural beauty of these resources by being a thoughtful visitor. With your cooperation, future generations can appreciate the beauty of Somerville Lake. Have a safe and enjoyable stay and come again.


Lake Elevation/Gate Opening Information
Somerville Lake
9 FEB 2012
Current Elevation Normal ElevationCurrently Releasing
231.51 238.00 1 cfs
Reservoir Control Section
Latest News and Updates

Facility Closure Report:

Somerville Lake

Latest News:

  • ROCKY CREEK PARK UPDATE: Rocky Creek Park is available for reservations.

The following sites are available for reservations:

44-51, 56-59, 62-75, 78-95, 99-105, 109-124, 127-129

**Campsites have been re-numbered starting from the front of the park and working towards the back.**

Loop 44-51 (old 196-203)

Loop 52-91 (old 1-40)

Loop 96-129 (old 41-74).

Reservations may be made on-line at www.recreation.gov or by telephone at 1-877-444-6777.

  • YEGUA CREEK PARK UPDATE: Yegua Creek Park is CLOSED for construction. Park improvements will include replacement of two(2) restrooms, installation of 50-amp electrical service at all campsites, new water well and treatment plant, improved sewage treatment facility, replacement of gatehouse and resurfacing of most roadways. Original contract required modification and park opening will be delayed.  Actual park opening date is not available.  Updates will be provided as information is available.
  • Invasive Species Alert: Argentine Ant -- Argentine Ants are currently in Rocky Creek Park. Click on the first link to learn more about this invasive species and the second link to learn about other invasive species that are located at Somerville Lake, as well as those that could be transported to the Lake.
  • Boat Ramp Update: All boat ramps are closed except:
    • Birch Creek State Park (boats less than 16ft)
    • Lake Somerville Marina (boats less than 16ft)
    • Rocky Creek Park

  • If you would like to become a gate attendant at Somerville Lake or within the Capital Regional Office area, please contact the Somerville Lake Office or click on the provided link. I want to be a gate attendant!

 
 

This site last updated on February 9, 2012