List of lakes of Greene County, Arkansas facts for kids

Greene County, located in the state of Arkansas in the United States, is home to many important water bodies. These include both natural lakes and man-made reservoirs. In fact, there are at least 14 named lakes and reservoirs that you can find in Greene County. These water bodies are super important for many reasons, like providing drinking water, helping with flood control, and offering fun places for people to visit and enjoy nature.

What are Lakes?

Lakes are natural bodies of water that are completely surrounded by land. Most lakes are filled with fresh water, which comes from rain, rivers, or underground springs. Lakes can be very different in size, from small ponds to huge inland seas. They are often home to many types of plants and animals, making them important habitats.

Lakes in Greene County

Greene County has a few natural lakes. These lakes are important for the local environment and provide places for wildlife to live.

• Little Lake, 36°15′45″N 090°45′39″W / 36.26250°N 90.76083°W / 36.26250; -90.76083 (Little Lake), located at an elevation of about 26 feet (8 meters).
• Swagger Slough, 36°15′31″N 090°42′29″W / 36.25861°N 90.70806°W / 36.25861; -90.70806 (Swagger Slough), located at an elevation of about 279 feet (85 meters).

What are Reservoirs?

A reservoir is like a lake, but it's man-made. People create reservoirs by building a large wall, called a dam, across a river or stream. This dam holds back the water, forming a large body of water behind it. Reservoirs are built for many important reasons. They can store water for drinking, help control floods, and even generate electricity. Many reservoirs also become popular spots for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.

Reservoirs in Greene County

Greene County has several reservoirs that help provide water and recreation for the area.

• Arnolds Lake, 36°05′06″N 090°31′48″W / 36.08500°N 90.53000°W / 36.08500; -90.53000 (Arnolds Lake), located at an elevation of about 341 feet (104 meters).
• Big Creek Site 15 Reservoir, 35°58′07″N 090°40′12″W / 35.96861°N 90.67000°W / 35.96861; -90.67000 (Big Creek Site 15 Reservoir), located at an elevation of about 371 feet (113 meters).
• Big Creek Site One Reservoir, 35°59′32″N 090°41′06″W / 35.99222°N 90.68500°W / 35.99222; -90.68500 (Big Creek Site One Reservoir), located at an elevation of about 394 feet (120 meters).
• Big Creek Site Three Reservoir, 35°58′14″N 090°42′40″W / 35.97056°N 90.71111°W / 35.97056; -90.71111 (Big Creek Site Three Reservoir), located at an elevation of about 367 feet (112 meters).
• Dickeys Lake, 36°10′54″N 090°25′06″W / 36.18167°N 90.41833°W / 36.18167; -90.41833 (Dickeys Lake), located at an elevation of about 295 feet (90 meters).
• Lake Ashbaugh, 36°15′40″N 090°45′45″W / 36.26111°N 90.76250°W / 36.26111; -90.76250 (Lake Ashbaugh), located at an elevation of about 266 feet (81 meters).
• Lake Frierson, 35°58′46″N 090°43′09″W / 35.97944°N 90.71917°W / 35.97944; -90.71917 (Lake Frierson), located at an elevation of about 367 feet (112 meters).
• Meadow Lake, 36°05′51″N 090°31′53″W / 36.09750°N 90.53139°W / 36.09750; -90.53139 (Meadow Lake), located at an elevation of about 364 feet (111 meters).
• Reynolds Park Lake, 36°04′23″N 090°31′47″W / 36.07306°N 90.52972°W / 36.07306; -90.52972 (Reynolds Park Lake), located at an elevation of about 299 feet (91 meters).
• Thompson Lake, 35°58′44″N 090°38′24″W / 35.97889°N 90.64000°W / 35.97889; -90.64000 (Thompson Lake), located at an elevation of about 433 feet (132 meters).
• W.H. Spence Lake, 36°09′18″N 090°32′00″W / 36.15500°N 90.53333°W / 36.15500; -90.53333 (W.H. Spence Lake), located at an elevation of about 364 feet (111 meters).
• Walcot Lake, 36°02′54″N 090°40′01″W / 36.04833°N 90.66694°W / 36.04833; -90.66694 (Walcot Lake), located at an elevation of about 328 feet (100 meters).

See also

• List of lakes in Arkansas