Hubbard Creek Lake
Size: 15,250 acres
Age: Impounded in 1962
Location: Lies on a tributary of the Clear Fork of the Brazos River five miles west of
Breckenridge, off U.S. Highway 180 in Stephens County.
Description: This was impounded to create a municipal and industrial water supply and
control flooding in the Brazos River watershed. Today it remains a major source of
recreation and the water supply for Abilene and other communities in the Big
Country. Usually, the water is fairly clear for this part of the state. Maximum depth
is 60 feet
Controlling Authority: West Central Texas Municipal Water District, Box 2362,
Abilene, TX 79604.
TPWD Fisheries Office: 5325 N. 3rd., Abilene, TX 79603, (915) 692-0921.
Fishing Regulations: Same as statewide.
Stocking History:
Largemouth bass -- 1967, 68, 71
Florida bass -- 1979, 86, 90
Channel catfish -- 1970
Hybrid striped bass -- 1979, 84
Threadfin shad -- 1984
Comments: This reservoir lies in classic West Texas mesquite pasture country, but
rocky shoreline and standing timber provide game fish habitat not always
found in this region. It has long been known as a hot spot for crappie and
black bass.
Lake Records:
| Species | Pounds | Inches |
Angler |
| Largemouth bass | 11.76 | 26.5 | Billy M. Cook |
Fishing Tips: Winter months can be excellent for catching crappie in the major
creek arms. Launch your boat at Peeler Park and use live minnows or white
jigs in the flooded brush to catch limits of crappie.
Fishing Quality:
Largemouth bass -- 
Catfish --
Crappie --
Facilities: The public has seven boat ramps to choose from, some next to public
picnic and campgrounds.