Mercedes Settling Basin

Texas

1.17 km²

26.0702, -97.8988

NHD 113375616

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About Mercedes Settling Basin

Mercedes Settling Basin is a reservoir in Texas, United States. It covers approximately 1.17 km² (290 acres). The lake centroid is located at 26.0702° N, 97.8988° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season

October – April

Cooler months fish best in the south

Reservoir

Medium

Great for a day trip

Species diversity

Data pending

Records still being compiled

Access

Public waterbody

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Weather at Mercedes Settling Basin

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 13h 36m

Dawn11:25

Sunrise11:51

Sunset01:26

Dusk01:52

Bite windows today

Dawn10:55 – 12:51Excellent
Morning12:51 – 18:38Good
Midday18:38 – 22:26Calm
Afternoon22:26 – 00:26Good
Dusk00:26 – 02:22Excellent
Night02:22 – 10:55Good

Moon: 13% · waxing↑ 15:11

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Mercedes Settling Basin?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Mercedes Settling Basin. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Mercedes Settling Basin?

Mercedes Settling Basin covers approximately 1.17 square kilometres (290 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Mercedes Settling Basin located?

Mercedes Settling Basin is located in Texas, United States, with its centroid at 26.0702°, -97.8988°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF