Athens Municipal Water Authority

Athens Municipal Water Authority Developing water resources for the future of Athens, Texas since 1957. The project was completed at the end of May 1963.

The Athens Municipal Water Authority (“AMWA”) was formed by the Texas Legislature in 1957 as a Conservation & Reclamation District for the purpose of providing a source of water supply for municipal, domestic, and industrial use and providing plants and facilities for the treatment of raw water. Lake Athens, formerly known as Flat Creek Reservoir, is on Flat Creek in the Neches River basin eigh

t miles east of Athens in Henderson County (centered at 32°12' N, 94°43' W). The project is owned and operated by the Athens Municipal Water Authority for municipal water supply, flood regulation, and recreation. Construction began on September 25, 1961, and the dam closure was made and deliberate impoundment of water started on November 1, 1962. The reservoir has a capacity of 32,840 acre-feet and a surface area of 1,520 acres at the spillway crest elevation of 440 feet above mean sea level. AMWA is funded by the taxpayers within the city limits of Athens. The five AMWA board members reside within the city limits of Athens and are elected by the city of Athens voters.

Don't forgot that fireworks are prohibited on all AMWA properties.
06/27/2025

Don't forgot that fireworks are prohibited on all AMWA properties.

05/08/2025

The Lake Athens swim area will be closed on Monday, May 12, 2025, for vegetation treatment.

It will reopen on Tuesday, May 13.

03/03/2025

LAKE RESIDENTS:

If you have purchased or sold a Lake Athens property in the past year, please contact the office at (903) 804-8501 x102, or [email protected].

Thank you!

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The Athens Municipal Water Authority Board of Directors have revised the Rules & Regulations Governing Lake Athens. Rev...
02/12/2025

The Athens Municipal Water Authority Board of Directors have revised the Rules & Regulations Governing Lake Athens. Revised rules can be obtained at the Authority's website:

The Board of Directors of the Athens Municipal Water Authority has adopted the following Rules & Regulations for Lake Athens.  

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has released the regulations for 2025 vegetation treatment. Details can be found:http...
02/03/2025

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has released the regulations for 2025 vegetation treatment. Details can be found:

https://athenstxwater.org/how-we-do-it/aquatic-vegetation-management-and-treatment

Texas Parks & Wildlife dictates how and what types of vegetation treatments can be used on public waters in the State of Texas.  Because of this, all vegetation treatments must be approved by a TPWD biologist, for mechanical, biological, chemical, or environmental intervention treatments.  Below a...

01/07/2025

Good Morning!

Due to potential inclement weather, AMWA the January 10, regularly scheduled Board meeting will be at 2:00 P.M.

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Anyone on Lake Athens missing an innertube? Found in Oakwood.Let us know and we will put you in touch with the finder.
11/13/2024

Anyone on Lake Athens missing an innertube? Found in Oakwood.

Let us know and we will put you in touch with the finder.

Good Morning Boaters!Lake Athens is 1 foot below full pool.Just a reminder that since the water level is low, and will c...
10/18/2024

Good Morning Boaters!

Lake Athens is 1 foot below full pool.

Just a reminder that since the water level is low, and will continue to get lower without any rain, potential hazards in the Lake will now be exposed.

Be careful out there!

Just a reminder that fireworks are prohibited on all AMWA property, including but not limited to:
07/03/2024

Just a reminder that fireworks are prohibited on all AMWA property, including but not limited to:

This 4th of July, put safety first.
07/02/2024

This 4th of July, put safety first.

Safety is always on AMWA's mind, but especially as we head into boating season:

06/24/2024

LAKE RESIDENTS: Just a reminder that your Lake Athens annual service invoices are due by close of business on Monday, July 1. Late fees will be assessed on Tuesday, July 2.

Address

5302 FM 2495
Athens, TX
75752

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+19038048501

Website

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