Cedar Creek Reservoir, Water reservoir in Henderson and Kaufman Counties, United States.
Cedar Creek Reservoir spans 32,623 acres with 320 miles of shoreline, reaching depths of 53 feet in East Texas southeast of Dallas.
The construction of Cedar Creek Reservoir commenced in 1961 and reached completion in 1965, establishing a water source for the Tarrant Regional Water District.
The Thunder Over Cedar Creek Lake Airshow during Fourth of July weekend brings communities together while supporting veterans through the Cedar Creek Veterans Foundation.
Two public boat ramps and several private marinas offer water access, with the Chamber Island Ramp providing free entry and space for roughly 75 vehicles. The ramps stay open throughout the year, though water levels can shift with the season and affect launch conditions.
Three islands within the lake form a 160-acre wildlife management area maintained by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for aquatic birds. This zone remains off-limits to visitors, protecting nesting sites and resting spots for migrating species.
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