Lake Ellsworth near Elgin
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Lake Ellsworth is a man-made reservoir located near Elgin, Oklahoma. It was constructed in 1962 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Cache Creek Flood Control Project. The lake provides flood control, irrigation, and recreational opportunities for the area. It has a surface area of 5,200 acres and a maximum depth of 87 feet. The main source of water for the lake is Cache Creek, which flows into the lake from the north. Snowmelt and rainfall also contribute to the lake's water supply. The lake is used for fishing, boating, and swimming, and there are several campgrounds and picnic areas located along its shores. Agriculture is an important industry in the area, and the lake is used for irrigation purposes.
May 20, 2024
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| Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | 0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,223.22 ft
2012-02-29 |
| Maximum |
1,236.46 ft
2015-05-25 |
| Average | 1,232 ft |
| Dam_Height | 96 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 96 |
| Drainage_Area | 249 |
| Year_Completed | 1961 |
| Nid_Storage | 189200 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 96 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| River_Or_Stream | EAST CACHE CREEK |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 5220 |
| Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1, Vertical Lift - 15 |
| Dam_Length | 3900 |
| Nid_Height | 96 |
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