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McGovern Lake is an lake in
McGovern Lake is an lake in Houston
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's Hermann Park
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, in the U.S. state
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of Texas
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.
Description and history
The lake has been described as "the sparkling jewel that anchors the park and its surrounding attractions". It has three islands, two of which are designated for migratory birds. Visitors can fish at Bob's Fishing Pier or ride pedal boats. The lake was expanded and restored during 1999–2001, and was reopened by Mayor Lee Brown in April 2001. The project cost $4 million. TheTexas Parks and Wildlife Department
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restocked the lake, and fishing permits started being issued again in 2002. Species include bass and bluegill.
Fishing
Fishing is available at McGovern Lake for senior citizens over 65 years old and children under 12 years old and is catch and release only. Species include bass and bluegill.Birds
Two of the three islands on McGovern Lake are designated habitats for migratory birds. Some observed species include Muscovy Duck, Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, and Mallard.See also
*List of lakes in Texas
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The following is a list of reservoirs and lakes in the U.S. state of Texas.
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*Lake Abilene
*Addicks Reservoir
*Lake Alan Henry
* Alvarado Park Lake
*Amistad Reservoir (extends into Coahuila, Mexico)
* Lake Amon G. Carter
*Lake Anahuac ...
References
External links
* Hermann Park Lakes of Texas {{Houston-stub