Lake Granger
Size: 4,400 acres
Age: Impounded in 1980
Location: Lies on the San Gabriel River just north of Taylor, off Farm Road 971 in
Williamson County.
Description: This lake was constructed for flood control and water conservation. Parks
and Wildlife Management Areas completely occupy the shoreline. This turbid
impoundment has a maximum depth of 60 feet.
Controlling Authority: US Army Corps of Engineers, Rt. 1 Box 172, Granger, TX
76530, (512) 859-2343.
TPWD Fisheries Office: P.O. Box 947, San Marcos, TX 78666,
(512) 353-0072.
Fishing Regulations: Same as statewide.
Stocking History:
Florida bass -- 1980
Channel catfish -- 1979, 90
Cooper nose bluegill -- 1981
Striped bass -- 1981, 83
Comments: This is one lake where the striped bass, so successful in other
reservoirs, has not contributed to the recreation resource.
Lake Records:
| Species | Pounds | Inches |
Angler |
| Largemouth bass | 10.97 | 25.00 | Mike Hello |
| White bass | 2.55 | 17.50 | Scott M. Freshour |
Fishing Tips: In turbid lakes like this one, catfish are always a good bet. Catch
them on frozen shrimp, bloodbait, cheese or earthworms.
Fishing Quality:
Largemouth bass -- 
Catfish --
Crappie --
Sunfish --
Stripers -- 
Facilities: The Corps has two public parks with boat ramps, and Wildlife
Management Areas grant ready access.