SURFACE ACRES: 42,000
AVG DEPTH (ft): 13
LOCATION: 5 Miles south of Sallisaw
COUNTY: Sequoyah
DATE IMPOUNDED: 1970
OPERATOR: Army Corps of Engineers
PHONE: 918/775-4475
PRIMARY USES: Navigation, electric generation, and recreation.
PUBLIC USE FACILITIES: 14 boat ramps, camping areas, and a marina
NOTABLE CHARACTERISTICS OF LAKE OR FISHERY: Many rip rap areas that provide structure. Water level remains fairly stable.
| Sport Fish |
Total Abundance |
Quality Size Abundance |
Quality Size |
| Largemouth bass (1992) | Moderate | Moderate | 14" |
| White Crappie | Low | Low | 8" |
| White Bass | Low | Low | 12" |
| Blue Catfish | High | High | 16" |
| Gizzard Shad | Moderate |
SPECIAL REGULATIONS: 14" minimum length limit on bass
HABITAT TYPES STATUS AND IMPROVEMENTS: Eleven fishing areas constructed and recharged with cedar trees. Water willow is present
MANAGEMENT STRATEGY: A complete survey will be conducted in 1995
OTHER COMMENTS: