List of lakes of Washington County, Arkansas facts for kids

Washington County, Arkansas, is home to many beautiful bodies of water. There are at least 22 named lakes and reservoirs in this area. These watery spots are great for enjoying nature and outdoor activities.

A lake is usually a natural body of water, often formed by glaciers, rivers, or other natural processes. A reservoir, on the other hand, is a man-made lake. People create reservoirs by building a dam across a river or stream. They are often used to store water for drinking, irrigation, or to generate electricity.

Lakes in Washington County

Washington County has at least one named natural lake.

• Lake Wilson, located at 35°59′54″N 094°08′06″W / 35.99833°N 94.13500°W / 35.99833; -94.13500 (Lake Wilson), sits at an elevation of about 1,306 feet (398 m) (around 398 meters) above sea level.

Reservoirs in Washington County

Most of the larger bodies of water in Washington County are reservoirs. These man-made lakes are important for the communities around them. Many offer chances for fishing, boating, and hiking.

Lake Fayetteville also has a trail running around it maintained by the City of Fayetteville. This trail is popular for walking, running, and biking.

• Adams Lake, found at 36°00′5″N 094°11′02″W / 36.00139°N 94.18389°W / 36.00139; -94.18389 (Adams Lake), is about 1,286 feet (392 m) (392 meters) high.
• Arbor Acres Lake, located at 36°08′5″N 094°14′25″W / 36.13472°N 94.24028°W / 36.13472; -94.24028 (Arbor Acres Lake), is at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 m) (348 meters).
• Arkansas Noname 350 Reservoir, at 36°00′5″N 094°12′31″W / 36.00139°N 94.20861°W / 36.00139; -94.20861 (Arkansas Noname 350 Reservoir), is one of the higher reservoirs at 1,453 feet (443 m) (443 meters).
• Beaver Lake, a very large reservoir, stretches into Washington County. Its coordinates are 36°14′5″N 093°56′34″W / 36.23472°N 93.94278°W / 36.23472; -93.94278 (Beaver Lake), and its elevation is around 1,122 feet (342 m) (342 meters). It's a popular spot for many water sports.
• Broccardo Lake, located at 36°05′5″N 094°06′35″W / 36.08472°N 94.10972°W / 36.08472; -94.10972 (Broccardo Lake), is about 1,388 feet (423 m) (423 meters) above sea level.
• Budd Kidd Lake, found at 35°58′5″N 094°21′37″W / 35.96806°N 94.36028°W / 35.96806; -94.36028 (Budd Kidd Lake), has an elevation of 1,168 feet (356 m) (356 meters).
• Cantrell Lake, at 35°56′5″N 094°25′09″W / 35.93472°N 94.41917°W / 35.93472; -94.41917 (Cantrell Lake), is about 1,394 feet (425 m) (425 meters) high.
• Double Bar Ranch Lake, located at 36°04′5″N 094°28′07″W / 36.06806°N 94.46861°W / 36.06806; -94.46861 (Double Bar Ranch Lake), is at 1,027 feet (313 m) (313 meters).
• Heda Lake, found at 36°12′5″N 094°19′22″W / 36.20139°N 94.32278°W / 36.20139; -94.32278 (Heda Lake), is about 1,079 feet (329 m) (329 meters) high.
• Heflin Lake, located at 35°54′5″N 094°07′27″W / 35.90139°N 94.12417°W / 35.90139; -94.12417 (Heflin Lake), is one of the highest at 1,867 feet (569 m) (569 meters).
• Kinion Lake, at 36°03′5″N 094°22′54″W / 36.05139°N 94.38167°W / 36.05139; -94.38167 (Kinion Lake), has an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 m) (342 meters).
• Lake Elmdale, found at 36°11′5″N 094°12′48″W / 36.18472°N 94.21333°W / 36.18472; -94.21333 (Lake Elmdale), is about 1,237 feet (377 m) (377 meters) high.
• Lake Fayetteville, located at 36°08′5″N 094°07′51″W / 36.13472°N 94.13083°W / 36.13472; -94.13083 (Lake Fayetteville), is at 1,240 feet (380 m) (378 meters). This lake is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and hiking around its trails.
• Lake Lucille, at 36°04′5″N 094°09′02″W / 36.06806°N 94.15056°W / 36.06806; -94.15056 (Lake Lucille), is about 1,414 feet (431 m) (431 meters) high.
• Lake Prairie Grove, found at 35°55′5″N 094°20′35″W / 35.91806°N 94.34306°W / 35.91806; -94.34306 (Lake Prairie Grove), has an elevation of 1,204 feet (367 m) (367 meters).
• Lake Sequoyah, located at 36°03′5″N 094°03′37″W / 36.05139°N 94.06028°W / 36.05139; -94.06028 (Lake Sequoyah), is at 1,171 feet (357 m) (357 meters).
• Lake Weddington, at 36°05′5″N 094°22′16″W / 36.08472°N 94.37111°W / 36.08472; -94.37111 (Lake Weddington), is about 1,122 feet (342 m) (342 meters) high.
• Lincoln Lake, found at 35°59′5″N 094°25′15″W / 35.98472°N 94.42083°W / 35.98472; -94.42083 (Lincoln Lake), has an elevation of 1,178 feet (359 m) (359 meters).
• Meadows Lake, located at 36°03′5″N 094°29′44″W / 36.05139°N 94.49556°W / 36.05139; -94.49556 (Meadows Lake), is at 1,047 feet (319 m) (319 meters).
• Rodgers Lake, at 35°56′5″N 094°23′36″W / 35.93472°N 94.39333°W / 35.93472; -94.39333 (Rodgers Lake), is about 1,447 feet (441 m) (441 meters) high.
• Tenenbaum Lake, found at 36°10′5″N 094°03′10″W / 36.16806°N 94.05278°W / 36.16806; -94.05278 (Tenenbaum Lake), has an elevation of 1,211 feet (369 m) (369 meters).

See also

• List of lakes in Arkansas