Lake Tyler
General data
- Name: Lake Tyler
- Water system: Neches River
- Water type: Artificial lake
- Progression: Mud Creek (Angelina River tributary) -> Angelina River -> Neches River -> Gulf of Mexico -> Atlantic Ocean -> Planet Earth
- Climates: Subtropical
- Continents: South America
- Countries: United States of America
Lake Tyler and Lake Tyler East are two connected reservoirs located in Smith County, Texas. They are joined by a canal and operate as a combined water-supply system for the City of Tyler. The lakes are primarily fed by Prairie Creek and a few smaller tributaries. The outflow from Lake Tyler is Mud Creek. Mud Creek flows southward, eventually joining the Angelina River. Lake Tyler is stocked with a wide variety of fish, including Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, White Bass, Spotted Bass, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, and White Crappie. Prey species for these sport fish included Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad, and Bluegill.