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Leon River
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Length: 185 miles (298 kilometers)
The Leon River is a river in the U.S. state of Texas. It has three primary forks; the North, Middle, and South Leon rivers which meet near Eastland and then run for around 185 miles until it meets up with the Lampasas River and the Salado Creek to form the Little River near Belton.
Construction of Belton Dam on the Leon River began in 1947 and was completed in 1954. Belton Lake took less than two years to fill up and nearly overflowed in 1957. In October 1993 the Miller Springs Nature Center was constructed along the Leon River just downstream of Belton Dam.
Miller Springs Nature Center - The nature center is located on both banks of the Leon River just downstream of Belton Dam. It consists of nearly 11 miles of trails winding amongst canyon, upland, prairie and riparian habitats. The hiking and biking trails in the nature center are enjoyed by hikers, bikers, joggers, birders and all kinds of nature enthusiasts. There is also good access to the Leon River for canoers and kayakers. It is currently operated by the non-profit Miller Springs Alliance, an organization made up entirely of volunteers. It is accessible from the Belton side of Belton Dam, via the Park Road off of Highway FM 439 (Lake Road), and from the Temple side, via the Nature Center entrance, off of Highway FM 2271 at the north end of Belton Dam.
LEON RIVER LAKES
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Proctor Lake, also known as Proctor Reservoir, is located along the Leon River of Texas. Proctor Lake Dam and the reservoir are managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The reservoir was impounded in 1963 and provides flood control, drinking water, and a popular recreational destination.
Proctor Lake has been stocked with multiple species of...
Full Pool: 1,162.0 MSL
Area: 4,610 Acres
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With 136 miles of shoreline, Lake Belton visitors enjoy boating, camping, picnicking, and nature trails. Largemouth, white, smallmouth, and hybrid striped bass have been stocked, as well as catfish, sunfish, bluegill, crappie, longnose gar, and alligator. Lake Benton is also home to many species of songbirds, hawk, great blue herons, and many other...
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On the Leon River in Eastland County, 68 miles east of Abilene and 10 miles south of Eastland. Impounded in 1954. Conservation Pool Elevation: 1,375 ft. msl
Fluctuation: Minimal, sometimes prone to long periods of dropping water levels
Normal Clarity: Slightly stained to clear with visibility up to 4 feet
Reservoir Controlling Authority
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