Lake Thunderbird is a reservoir located near Norman, Oklahoma.
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The lake was created in 1962 by the construction of a dam across the Little River. It has a surface area of 5,349 acres and a maximum depth of 48 feet. The lake is fed by several small streams and is used for irrigation, municipal water supply, and recreation. The lake is surrounded by parks and recreational areas, including two marinas, beaches, and numerous hiking and biking trails. The lake is also popular for fishing, with species including bass, catfish, and crappie. The hydrology of the lake is influenced by the surrounding terrain, with surface flow coming from the Little River and snowpack from winter storms in the area. The lake also serves as a water source for nearby agricultural operations.
| Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | 0.0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,036.24 ft
2022-11-26 |
| Maximum |
1,042.14 ft
2021-07-17 |
| Average | 1,039 ft |
| Dam_Height | 144 |
| Drainage_Area | 256 |
| Year_Completed | 1964 |
| Nid_Storage | 367467 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 144 |
| River_Or_Stream | LITTLE RIVER |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 6070 |
| Dam_Length | 7260 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Nid_Height | 144 |
Little River Blw Lk Thunderbird Nr Norman
|
1cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
234cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
235cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
11cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
31cfs |
North Canadian River Near Harrah
|
168cfs |