Lake Thunderbird is a 5,300-acre reservoir located in central Oklahoma, approximately 5 miles east of Norman. Constructed between 1962 and 1965 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this lake serves as a municipal water supply for Del City, Midwest City, and Norman, while also offering excellent recreational opportunities. With over 80 miles of shoreline, Lake Thunderbird features diverse fishing environments from shallow coves to deeper main lake areas. The lake's structure includes submerged roadbeds, creek channels, rocky points, and various underwater features that create ideal habitats for multiple fish species. The lake's turbidity is moderate with a secchi disk reading of about 36 inches, and surface temperatures typically range from 45°F to 85°F annually.