Access Site
OK
Mayo Dam
Arkansas River • Big Skin Bayou
Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago
City: OK
County: LeFlore
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 35.32105000, -94.56728000
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Arkansas River
16 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
III
113 mi away
Tulsa Wave (PnP)
0.1 mi
I
723 mi away
14. State Park to Play Park
7.3 mi
II+
723 mi away
15. W 4th Ave Bridge to S Union Ave Bridge
0.5 mi
I
739 mi away
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
I
755 mi away
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I-II
763 mi away
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
III-IV(V)
767 mi away
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
III
778 mi away
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
II-III
792 mi away
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
809 mi away
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
819 mi away
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
825 mi away
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
830 mi away
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
834 mi away
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
IV
838 mi away
02. Numbers Launch to Railroad Bridge Launch
6.4 mi
71 ft/mi
IV-V
843 mi away
01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
5.1 mi
58 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Mayo Dam provides public boat access to the W.D. Mayo Pool section of the Arkansas River in southeastern Oklahoma. This access point is part of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, which features 18 locks and dams facilitating navigation across 445 miles of the Arkansas River. The area offers scenic paddling with nearby historical interest, including Indian mounds dating from 700-1500 A.D.
Paddlers should be prepared for a major river system with substantial flow—the Arkansas River averages over 51,000 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 6.58 feet per second. The river has a moderate gradient of 7.9 feet per mile in this region, making it suitable for experienced kayakers and canoeists. Water conditions can vary significantly, so check current water levels before launching. The navigation system's locks and dams create pooled sections that may offer calmer paddling than open river stretches.
For trip planning, consult with local authorities regarding current water conditions, dam operations, and any permits required for extended paddling trips. The nearby Robert S. Kerr Pool offers additional recreation opportunities along this stretch of the Arkansas River system.
Paddlers should be prepared for a major river system with substantial flow—the Arkansas River averages over 51,000 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 6.58 feet per second. The river has a moderate gradient of 7.9 feet per mile in this region, making it suitable for experienced kayakers and canoeists. Water conditions can vary significantly, so check current water levels before launching. The navigation system's locks and dams create pooled sections that may offer calmer paddling than open river stretches.
For trip planning, consult with local authorities regarding current water conditions, dam operations, and any permits required for extended paddling trips. The nearby Robert S. Kerr Pool offers additional recreation opportunities along this stretch of the Arkansas River system.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Pool
Located within
Arkansas River - W.D. Mayo Pool
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Fort Smith National Historic Site
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