Lake Elmer Thomas - Near Ft. Sill OK.

[IslandFrog]

Hi,

Has anyone ever dove in Lake Elmer Thomas? I was there once last year. It is small and dark, but I was thinking of diving there on Sunday 5/28 if I can round up a buddy.

Thanks!

 

[IslandFrog]

Here is a link to a little more information on the Lake. Just curious for any insight anyone can give on diving at this lake. The dives I did previously were all right around the original dam which is now underwater. Also dove the shore.

http://www.outdoorsok.com/images/lakemaps/elmerthomas.pdf

 

[tgood]

We dive at Elmer Thomas alot, We did our OW dives there last year. The last time my wife and I were at Elmer Thomas was for our Dry Suit class on April 23. The temp was 61 and vis was 10 to 15 feet. We always dive at the dam, weekends can be fun with Open water and specialty classes be conducted there. Since the lake is on the wildlife refuge the rangers open the gate to the dam at 9 AM.

 

[LakeScubaDiver]

I have dove at Elmer Thomas and it is a pretty good dive. One of the better dives for clarity in Oklahoma. The water tends to be on the cold side, especially below 60'. For some pretty detailed information on the lake and things to see while diving there you can check out www.lakediver.com and go to the map section, click on the state of Oklahoma and then click on the link for Elmer Thomas. There is a pretty detailed write up on the dive location there. Hope that helps!

 

[IslandFrog]

LakeScubaDiver,

Thanks for the link. I really appreciate the information. Now all I have to do is find a buddy who is available on the 28th.

Thanks!