Drought forces recreational businesses to pivot operations near Lake Overholser

Drought conditions have impacted water levels at Lake Overholser in Oklahoma. The low water levels have caused business to dry up at the Lake Overholser Boathouse because the water is too shallow for recreation. Riversport OKC redirected guided excursions and kayak rentals to a downtown location in Oklahoma City. The company hopes that precipitation will allow operations to return to the Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge area.

The drought is directly affecting recreational businesses that rely on the water levels of Lake Overholser. These low water levels are forcing operational changes for local companies, such as Riversport OKC, which has moved its services to an alternative location in Oklahoma City.