Lake Thunderbird Near Norman

RESERVOIR REPORT

1,038 ft

Water gage height, ft levels at Lake Thunderbird Near Norman are currently 1,038 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 1,037.81ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2019 was 2021-07-17 when levels reached 1,042.14 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2022-11-26 when levels receded to 1,036.24 ft. View historical levels.

Lake Thunderbird is a reservoir located near Norman, Oklahoma. 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.