List of lakes of Craighead County, Arkansas facts for kids
Craighead County, Arkansas, is home to at least 27 named lakes and reservoirs. These important water bodies play a big role in the county, providing water and places for fun.
What's the difference between a lake and a reservoir? A lake is usually a natural body of water, formed by nature over a long time. A reservoir, on the other hand, is a man-made lake. People build dams across rivers or streams to create reservoirs. They do this for many reasons, like storing water for drinking, controlling floods, or even for recreation like fishing and boating.
According to the United States Geological Survey, which studies the Earth's land and water, there aren't any large, officially named natural lakes in Craighead County. However, the county has many important reservoirs and ponds that serve similar purposes.
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Important Reservoirs in Craighead County
Most of the named water bodies in Craighead County are reservoirs. These are often part of larger water management systems, helping to manage water flow and supply for the area. Here are some of the main reservoirs and ponds you can find:
Big Creek Reservoirs
Many of the reservoirs in Craighead County are part of the "Big Creek Site" system. These are numbered and help manage the water in the Big Creek area.
- Big Creek Site Four Reservoir
- Big Creek Site Five Reservoir
- Big Creek Site Six Reservoir
- Big Creek Site Seven Reservoir
- Big Creek Site Eight Reservoir
- Big Creek Site Nine Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 10 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 11 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 13 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 14 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 15 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 16 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 17 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 18 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 19 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 20 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 21 Reservoir
- Big Creek Site 22 Reservoir
Other Notable Ponds and Lakes
Besides the Big Creek system, there are other important ponds and a well-known lake in the county:
- Big Pond
- Cole Pond
- Craighead Forest Lake
- Farmers Lake
- Guy Parden Pond
- J L Craft Pond
- Mary Simpson Pond
- Poinsett Watershed Site 20 Reservoir
- Ralph Cox Pond
These reservoirs and ponds are vital for the local community. They provide water for homes and farms, help prevent flooding, and offer places for people to enjoy nature and outdoor activities.
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