The W. D. Mayo Lock and Dam (also known as: W. D. Mayo Lock and Dam 14) on the

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is an integral part of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System (MKARNS). The dam is located at navigation mile 319.6, about southwest of

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."Welcome to W. D. Mayo Lock and Dam." U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Accessed April 28, 2017. It is the first lock and dam west of the Arkansas-Oklahoma state line. It was named for a deceased

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businessman who was also a civic leader and champion of fully developing the river. The number 14 designates this facility as the fourteenth in sequence from the start of MKARNS. It lies in LeFlore and Sequoyah Counties, Oklahoma.

Facility description

Construction of the lock and dam began in May, 1966, and closure was completed on October 15, 1970. It became operational for navigation in December, 1970. The dam is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. "W. D. Mayo Lock and Dam, Oklahoma, USA." lakelubber.com
Accessed May 24, 2017 The surface area of the upper pool is and the capacity is . The drainage area above the dam site is ."Pertinent Data" U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Accessed May 24, 2017 The -long dam consists of a low concrete apron and sill surmounted by tainter gates separated by concrete piers. The gates are operated with machinery constructed on the piers. Twelve by tainter gates are provided for the structure. The lock has a by chamber of the single-lift type with miter gates. The lock has a normal lift and maximum lift.

Recreation

Three areas on the lake shoreline have been developed specifically for boat ramps and lake access. These are: Arkoma Park, LeFlore Landing, and Wilson's Rock. No other facilities are available at these boat ramps. Other activities at W.D. Mayo Lock and Dam include boating, camping, picnicking, water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, and wildlife viewing. Pets are allowed.

References

External links

"5 Oklahoma Locks and Dams on the Ark. River Navigation Systems." U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern District November 10, 2016.
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