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Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge lies on the Big Mineral Arm of Lake Texoma, on the Red River between Oklahoma and Texas. Established in 1946, the refuge includes 3,000 acres of marsh and water and 8,000 acres of upland and farmland. During fall, winter, and spring, the marshes and waters are in constant use by migrating and wintering waterfowl.

 

Flooding
Flooding
At Hagerman NWR the refuge lake level rose almost seven feet above normal from recent rains in the lake Texoma watershed, resulting in significant flooding on the refuge. However, the water has now receded and Shoreline Drive, the main refuge thoroughfare, and Bennett Lane on the west side, are now open. Due to their higher elevation, the refuge headquarters, maintenance area, and residence were in no danger of flooding.

flood levels at the kiosk

 

 
Flood levels at an interpretive kiosk in Hagerman NWR. Photo USFWS.

 

 

How to Get There
From Dallas, go north on Highway 75 to Sherman FM 1417 exit, then north 13 miles on FM 1417 to refuge sign and left 6 miles to entrance. From U.S. 82, turn north on Southmayd Road (4 miles east of Sadler and 7.5 miles west of Sherman). Follow signs to office and visitor center.

 

Volunteer
Please contact the refuge at 903/786-2826 or fw2_rw_hagerman@fws.gov for information about volunteer opportunities.
 

Photos by Rick Cantu and
Johnny Beall, USFWS