Reservoir · Oklahoma
Lake Overholser near Oklahoma City
Current Lake Rating
Unavailable
A condition rating is not available from the current lake evidence.
Rating confidence: Low
Should I Go?
Not Enough Data
Fishing guidance for this destination based on available lake conditions, weather, and seasonal context. It is not a boating, swimming, ice, or access-safety rating.
Why
- Not enough current water information is available to recommend a reliable fishing window
- Live water observations could not be retrieved at this time.
Current Readings
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Weather Near Lake
Current Weather
Clear
Temperature
82°F
Feels like
85°F
Wind
8 mph S
Wind gust
16 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Sep 5, 2026, 2:45 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this lake
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.00 in
Last 48 hours
0.00 in
Little recent rainfall near this lake.
Next 24 Hours
Sat 3 AM
Clear
Temp 82°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 7 mph
Sat 7 AM
Clear
Temp 78°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Sat 11 AM
Clear
Temp 93°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 9 mph
Sat 3 PM
Clear
Temp 100°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 8 mph
Sat 7 PM
Clear
Temp 97°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 9 mph
Sat 11 PM
Clear
Temp 86°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Mostly clear
High 100°F / Low 78°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 19 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Overcast
High 99°F / Low 77°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 24 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Overcast
High 104°F / Low 79°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 29 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Drizzle
High 106°F / Low 78°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 32 mph
Weather and rainfall are estimated for this lake's coordinates. Local conditions can vary, especially in mountainous terrain and during isolated storms.
Recent rainfall can influence lake level and access, but the timing and magnitude depend on watershed size, soil conditions, and reservoir operations where applicable.
Weather data: Open-Meteo
Reservoir Elevation History
Elevation is reported relative to the datum used by this USGS monitoring site. Elevations from different lakes or datums should not be directly compared.
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Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Lake Overholser.
Species images are AI-generated illustrations for visual reference and may simplify natural variation. Fishery records are based on the cited agency sources. About fish illustrations
Fishery overview
Overholser is Oklahoma City’s oldest reservoir (1919), a shallow ~1,500-acre canal-connected lake west of town, not Hefner and not Thunderbird. ODWC annually stocks channel catfish and hybrid striped bass. A City of Oklahoma City fishing license is required in addition to the state license. Swimming is prohibited.
Target species
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- High confidence
ODWC annually stocks channel catfish at Overholser.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis × Morone chrysops
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
ODWC annually stocks hybrid striped bass at Overholser.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Stocked
- Flow regime
- Regulated flow
Shallow municipal reservoir (ODWC narrative about 6 feet average, 13 feet deepest; structured panel lists about 1,581 acres). Canal link to Hefner. Covered fishing pier and fish attractors.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Boat fishing
- Shore fishing
- Spinning
Access and Public Fishing Rights
City of Oklahoma City manages a covered fishing pier (southwest), boat ramps with tending docks (east side and dam), and handicap facilities. Swimming is prohibited. Confirm current municipal license and hours.
Stocking information
ODWC annually stocks channel catfish and hybrid striped bass. Confirm current official stocking.
- Stocked
Channel Catfish
Stocked · Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
- Stocked
Hybrid Striped Bass
Stocked · Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Official sources
Oklahoma City fishing license required in addition to a state license, unless exempt. Municipal method limits apply; see okc.gov. Swimming is prohibited. Confirm current ODWC and city regulations.
Location and Access
Cataloged lake location
Oklahoma
The map marker represents the cataloged waterbody or monitoring location and may not indicate legal parking or public access. Confirm access through the official information before visiting.
Lake Details
Management Category
Municipal water-supply reservoir
Regulation Scope
Lake Overholser near Oklahoma City
Regulation Summary
An Oklahoma City fishing license is required in addition to a state fishing license, unless exempt. Swimming is prohibited. Confirm current ODWC and City of Oklahoma City rules.
Target Species
Channel Catfish, Hybrid Striped Bass
Public Access
Public
Boat Launch
Available
Shore Fishing
Available
Description
Lake Overholser near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USGS 07240500. Coordinates are the USGS monitoring-location point. App-supported continuous parameters currently available: gage height (00065). Oklahoma City’s oldest municipal reservoir (1919), connected to Lake Hefner by canal; ODWC annually stocks channel catfish and hybrid striped bass.
