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Moss Lake

Texas

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Moss Lake, Texas

Located in Texas, Moss Lake real estate is a limited inventory market in the state for lake homes and lake lots.

On average, there are around 10 lake homes for sale on Moss Lake, and very few lake lots and land parcels.

The lake is also known as Hubert M. Moss Lake.

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About Moss Lake

Moss Lake's Convenient Location

Located in Cooke County, Texas just 60 miles north of Dallas and 12 miles northwest of Gainesville sits Hubert M. Moss Lake, or more commonly known as Moss Lake.

The History of Moss Lake

Moss Lake was named in memory of Hubert M. Moss. Moss was a local superintendent and outdoorsman who lead the movement for a city lake. Before he was superintendent, he was a chemistry teacher at Gainesville High School and Junior College. Construction of the Fish Creek Dam completed Moss Lake in 1966.

Popular Activities on Moss Lake

Fishing and boating are among the most popular activities at Moss Lake. The lake covers 380 acres and contains a number of species of fish including: black bass, small-mouth bass, channel catfish, and red-ears. There are two boat ramps and a public use area that are run by the city of Gainesville.

Lake Living at Moss Lake

If you are looking for a small lake with scenic views and plenty of fishing opportunity, Moss Lake is the place for you!

Lake Overview

  • 68ft. Deepest Depth
  • Dam Name
    Fish Creek Dam
  • Year Built
    1966
  • Managed By City of Gainsville
  • Water Drops
    1 ft
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    380
  • Public Boat Ramps
    2
  • Water Level
    Seasonal Full Pool

Information

  • Counties: Cooke County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, White Crappie
  • Condos available (No)
  • Interesting facts: It cost $1,639,000 to build.
  • History: Named after a former superintendent at Gainesville High School