Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | -0.06% |
Percent of Normal | 100% |
Minimum |
615.72 ft
2021-02-17 |
Maximum |
635.96 ft
2019-06-07 |
Average | 620 ft |
Lake Hudson is a reservoir located near Locust Grove, Oklahoma, built in 1964 by the Grand River Dam Authority. The lake covers an area of 12,000 acres and has a maximum depth of 135 feet. Lake Hudson is fed by the Grand River and is used for flood control, as well as providing water for agricultural irrigation and recreational purposes such as fishing and boating. The hydrology of Lake Hudson is affected by the snowpack providers in the surrounding area, such as the Ozark Plateau and the Arkansas River drainage basin. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and crappie. Additionally, the lake's recreational amenities attract visitors from across the region.