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Why are there federal reservoirs in the Brazos River basin?

Reservoirs, Water Planning/Supply

Brazos River Authority water supply reservoirs

The US Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) operates eight flood control reservoirs within the Brazos River basin that, through a contract with the federal government, also serve as water supply impoundments for the Brazos River Authority system of reservoirs.

Lakes Proctor, Whitney, Aquilla, Belton, Stillhouse Hollow, Georgetown, Granger, and Somerville store water for use by municipal, agricultural, industrial, and mining use.

Similar to the Authority’s three water supply reservoirs, water contracts are available to lakeside owners for the purpose of watering lawns and livestock. These contracts are available through the Brazos River Authority with approval by the Corps of Engineers.

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