Schooler Lake dam
Schooler Lake
Schooler Lake, located in Choctaw, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated water resource with a primary purpose of recreation. The earth dam, completed in 1930, stands at a height of 22 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 435 acre-feet. The lake spans 35 acres, with a spillway width of 2 feet and a controlled spillway type.
The dam at Schooler Lake is inspected every 5 years, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for the lake is considered very high, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. With a unique setting along the South Fork Holly Creek and a maximum discharge of 3410 cubic feet per second, Schooler Lake offers a picturesque environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
For those interested in water resource management and climate impact, Schooler Lake provides a fascinating study area. Owned by the state and regulated by the OWRB, this recreational lake offers a glimpse into the intricate balance of water infrastructure and natural surroundings. With a history dating back to the 1930s, Schooler Lake continues to be a valuable resource for both locals and visitors, showcasing the importance of responsible stewardship in maintaining our water resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Schooler Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kiamichi River Near Antlers | 81 cfs | → |
| Red River At Arthur City | 520 cfs | → |
| Muddy Boggy Creek Near Unger | 165 cfs | → |
| Glover River Near Glover | 61 cfs | → |
| Kiamichi River Near Clayton | 34 cfs | → |
| Muddy Boggy Creek Near Farris | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Schooler Lake.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Virgil Point - Hugo Lake
- Hugo Lake - Kiamichi State Park
- Kiamichi Park - Hugo Lake
- Rattan Landing - Hugo Lake
- Raymond Gary State Park
- Little River - Pine Creek Lake
Track Schooler Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Schooler Lake
Where does the data for Schooler Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Schooler Lake.