Historical Marker

Ute Lake State Park

Established in 1964, Ute Lake State Park is named after Ute Creek, a major tributary of the Canadian River. The reservoir’s capacity was increased in 1983-84 by raising the dam and building a massive labyrinth weir spillway. The spillway, the largest in the United States, required 27,000 cubic yards of concrete and 7.4 million pounds of steel to construct. The park offers multiple recreational opportunities, including camping/picnicking, fishing, bird watching and boating.