Possum kingdom real estate was founded in 1971 to provide exceptional service in the sale or purchase of a lake home. Normally there are about 160 lake homes for sale at possum kingdom lake, and 210 listings for lots and land. Possum kingdom real estate is the only north texasbased lake resort and land broker associated with a globally recognized luxury real estate affiliation. The state acquired this land from the brazos river authority in 1940. It was the first water supply reservoir constructed in the brazos river basin. Possum kingdom has clear blue waters that are perfect for fishing or recreational boating. Breckenridge is located west of possum kingdom lake on highway 180 graham. Mineral wells is located east of possum kingdom lake on highway 180. Possum kingdom reservoir, popularly known as possum kingdom lake, is on the brazos river in palo pinto, stephens, jack, and young counties its center is at 3252 n, 9826 w.
The elevation for the top of the conservation pool for possum kingdom reservoir has been set to the reservoirs normal maximum operating. Final cast guide service possum kingdom possum kingdom lake. Graham is located north of possum kingdom lake on highway 16 mineral wells. Scuba diving and snorkeling are also popular on this. He will work hard to make sure your fishing trip is a success. Book lush resort possum kingdom lake, graford on tripadvisor.
These 10 evilinfested lakes in texas are absolutely terrifying. Jan 21, 2016 a beautiful lake close to mineral wells, texas. One hour before sunset to half an hour after sunset, this cruise offers the majesty of the sun setting behind the pk cliffs near hells. The lake is home to the famous hells gate, a sheer break in the cliffs around the lake. The elevation for the top of the conservation pool for possum kingdom reservoir has been set to the reservoirs normal maximum operating elevation of 999. Brazos river authority star route graford, texas 76025 940 7792321 for map. For those who live, vacation or love possum kingdom lake. This park is known for its water recreation activities such as. Check this page for the detailed graph and reservoir storage. Water from the impounded possum kingdom lake covered the area and created this spectacular scene when the morris shepard dam was built by the w.
The elevationstorage rating curve used to produce the storage hydrograph is made of two segments. Normally there are about 160 lake homes for sale at possum kingdom lake, and. The amended act has remained on the statute books unchanged in wording since 1953. Refine your possum kingdom lake real estate search results by price, property type, bedrooms, baths and other features. Possum kingdom lake boat rentals jet ski watercraft. It is part of the brazos river, the longest river in texas, and it is a jewel nestled in the heart of a country that was born and continues to thrive because of water. Reel on this fishing guide service pk lake home facebook. We are honored by the trust our clients have placed in our. The nature and extent of the siltation problem in possum kingdom lake is fully. Building remnants, including chimneys, appear when the lake level drops. Possum kingdom lake experience the best possum kingdom lake boat rentals, jet ski rental, waverunners, boat tours, water sport activities and lessons, flyboarding and water toy rentals at this beautiful lake in texas. Possum kingdom lake the brazos river authority about us. Whether your interest is water sports, camping, fishing, history, sightseeing, special events or just looking for something different for a vacation or weekend getaway, possum kingdom lake and the counties of palo pinto, young and stephens offer a huge variety of activities or plenty of opportunity for just plain relaxing. Your guide, kolby kuhn, is a full time fishing guide that has spent countless hours patterning the fish and finding the best ways to catch them.
Best trails in possum kingdom state park texas alltrails. For a feel of the magnitude of the vista, please note the twostory home atop the cliff to the. For a feel of the magnitude of the vista, please note the twostory home atop the cliff to the right of the. Jul 23, 2018 cliff jumping at possum kingdom lake duration. Possum kingdom state park, west of mineral wells in palo pinto county, is 1,528. Graham is located north of possum kingdom lake on highway 16. Choose from more than 72 properties, ideal house rentals for families, groups and couples. The tale of the river card, round i john marshall on amazon. The west side is accessed from graham by turning south on hwy 1287. View our possum kingdom lake real estate offices and let us help you find the perfect property. Located 140 miles west of dallas, the sprawling lake is surrounded by. Like other bra lakes, possum kingdom is a water supply reservoir and is therefore intended to save.
Whether your interest is water sports, camping, fishing, history, sightseeing, special events or just looking for something different for a vacation or weekend getaway, possum kingdom lake and the counties of palo pinto, young and stephens offer a huge variety of activities or. Browse mls listings in possum kingdom lake and take real estate virtual tours at realtor. The civilian conservation corps built some of the rock facilities at the park in the early 1940s. Businesses search possum kingdom lake chamber of commerce. The calculation for percent full is now based on this elevation. Zillow has 79 homes for sale in 76449 matching at possum kingdom lake. We spent the 4th of july there and absolutely enjoyed ourselves.
Dream a beautiful large lake home on possum kingdom lake with resort access property 24. The west side of the possum kingdom lake area is located on the northwest area of the lake. Geologists have established that the pennsylvanian was marked by largescale sealevel changes caused by. Breckenridge is located west of possum kingdom lake on highway 180. The inland divers association exists for the purpose of encouraging interest in underwater activity of all kinds and character, in particular, sport diving, the conservation of marine life and promulgation, instruction, and enforcement of aquatic safety, the protection of. Rock creek camp is located here, and there are several smaller neighborhoods tucked in through here. An aerial view of homes on lake granbury wednesday, june 1, 2016. Located on the brazos river about 80 miles west of fort worth, possum kingdom covers roughly 17,700 acres with 310 miles of shoreline. The name of the town was picked and named for the book the pickwick papers written by charles dickens. Named for the united states senator who was instrumental in obtaining funding for the project, the morris sheppard dam is 2,700 feet long and 190.
One of the best known landmarks of the lake is known as hells gate, as seen in the thumbnail. The lake has an area of approximately 17,000 acres 6,900 ha with 310 miles 500 km of shoreline. Possum kingdom lake water level including historical chart. Over the years we have successfully served thousands of individuals and families with the purchase or sale of their lake retreat, recreational property or a home in a charming north texas town. The lake s name was the title of a popular 1990s song possum kingdom by the toadies. The system, which aims to draw between 4 million and 14 million gallons of water from possum kingdom to hubbard, drew a lot of attention from area. The possum kingdom lake real estate market is a top ten marketplace for lake property in texas. Dream a beautiful large lake home on possum kingdom lake with resort access. Possum kingdom lake guide to camping, parks, fishing. It is approximately 20 miles south of graham, texas. Depth of the lake varies with the original terrain of the area and is approximately 100 feet at the dam site. He wrote about his experience in a book that has become a texas classic and one. Possum kingdom lake graford 2020 all you need to know.
At possum kingdom lake 76449 real estate 79 homes for. The towns around the area possum kingdom lake real estate. Possum kingdom lake provides an excellent setting f. Drought and high winds helped spark a massive fire complex that burned for 16 days, destroying 167 homes, 126 other buildings, and 90 percent of possum kingdom state park about 126,734 acres total. The lake is home to possum kingdom state park, a 1,530acre 620 ha state park governed by the texas parks and wildlife department. The people in the town moved when the lake was filled in 1938. Water board told next drought could dry up area lake. Rainswollen rivers, lakes cause flooding and related damage. Why isnt possum kingdom lake a constant level lake. Construction of the morris sheppard dam, built primarily for water conservation and flood control, started on may 28, 1938 under the authority of the brazos river authority and was completed on march 20, 1941. Texas through time mineral wells and palo pinto country. In 2007 the author top started his trip just below possum kingdom dam. Possum kingdom lake frequently asked questions general. Tarawho grew up in northern californiawas particularly taken by possum kingdom.
Possum kingdom lake, tx real estate possum kingdom lake. This is at the upper end of the lake where the brazos river feeds in to possum kingdom. Zillow has 44 homes for sale in graford tx matching cliffs resort on possum kingdom lake. The lake was great for boating, skiing, fishing, swimming and watching the sun set and rise. The driving distance between the east and west side of the pk lake areas is about 45 minutes.
Access financial, meetings, resource and event information about the possum kingdom lake association here. This beautiful lake is famous for the huge cliffs that line the walls of the south end of the lake. Coldwell banker residential brokerage can help you find possum kingdom lake homes for sale and condos. For information on special collection days, please call 9407792321. What to do possum kingdom lake chamber of commerce. Possum kingdom reservoir the handbook of texas online. Possum kingdom state park, west of mineral wells in palo pinto county, is 1528. Property type house5 bedrooms3 bathrooms14 sleeps3,297 square feet.
Fm 2353 possum kingdom lake, texas 76449 possum kingdom state park on sw shoreline. The spillway of the dam is one thousand feet above sea level. Rent a whole home for your next weekend or holiday. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in more than. Possum kingdom lake is a majestic lake along the brazos river just 80 miles west of fort worth, texas. Our beautiful sunset cruise on possum kingdom lake is the perfect way for you and up to three of your closest friends to spend the early evening on one of our pontoons or our webbcraft lincoln town car boat. Storage capacity and surfacearea calculations are for conservation elevation. Historic reservoir levels the brazos river authority about us. Possum kingdom state park is open daily however visitor traffic is heavy during march to october and june to august. Starting at possum kingdom lake, the location of the first dam, graves canoed about 175 miles. An old channel of the brazos river cut a gap in a sandstone formation in the possum kingdom area. Reel on this fishing guide service pk lake, graford, texas. Possum kingdom lake is located on the main stem of the brazos river and was created with.
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