List of lakes of Poinsett County, Arkansas facts for kids

Poinsett County in Arkansas is a place with lots of water! You'll find at least 20 named lakes and reservoirs here. These water bodies are super important for nature, people, and even for fun activities like fishing and boating. They help support wildlife and provide water for communities and farms.

Lake Poinsett

What are Lakes and Reservoirs?

It's easy to get lakes and reservoirs mixed up, but there's a cool difference between them! Both are large bodies of water, but how they are formed is what makes them unique.

Lakes: Nature's Ponds

A lake is usually a natural body of water. It's often formed by natural processes like glaciers carving out land, rivers changing course, or even volcanoes. Lakes are typically fed by rivers, streams, or rainfall. They are like big, natural bowls that collect water.

Reservoirs: Man-Made Water Storage

A reservoir is a bit different because it's usually man-made. People create reservoirs by building a dam across a river or stream. This dam holds back the water, creating a large artificial lake. Reservoirs are built for many reasons, like storing drinking water, helping with irrigation for farms, controlling floods, or even generating hydroelectricity.

Lakes in Poinsett County

Poinsett County has several natural lakes. These lakes are home to many different kinds of fish and other wildlife. They are also popular spots for fishing and enjoying nature. Here are some of the named lakes you can find:

• Dead Timber Lake, 35°26′34″N 090°17′32″W / 35.44278°N 90.29222°W / 35.44278; -90.29222 (Dead Timber Lake), sitting at about 213 feet (65 m) above sea level.
• Hood Lake, 35°42′01″N 090°55′06″W / 35.70028°N 90.91833°W / 35.70028; -90.91833 (Hood Lake), with an elevation of about 233 feet (71 m).
• Lost Trap Lake, 35°27′50″N 090°26′14″W / 35.46389°N 90.43722°W / 35.46389; -90.43722 (Lost Trap Lake), located at about 213 feet (65 m) high.
• Snake Slough, 35°31′36″N 091°00′11″W / 35.52667°N 91.00306°W / 35.52667; -91.00306 (Snake Slough), which is about 223 feet (68 m) above sea level.
• Spear Lake, 35°33′27″N 090°17′41″W / 35.55750°N 90.29472°W / 35.55750; -90.29472 (Spear Lake), found at an elevation of about 207 feet (63 m).

Reservoirs in Poinsett County

Many of the water bodies in Poinsett County are reservoirs. These man-made lakes are very important for the people and farms in the area. They help manage water resources and provide places for recreation. Here are some of the reservoirs:

• Chase Reservoir, 35°39′08″N 090°50′50″W / 35.65222°N 90.84722°W / 35.65222; -90.84722 (Chase Reservoir), at an elevation of about 246 feet (75 m).
• Claypool Reservoir, 35°36′52″N 090°47′17″W / 35.61444°N 90.78806°W / 35.61444; -90.78806 (Claypool Reservoir), about 246 feet (75 m) above sea level.
• John Kocher Lake, 35°33′42″N 090°47′18″W / 35.56167°N 90.78833°W / 35.56167; -90.78833 (John Kocher Lake), with an elevation of about 239 feet (73 m).
• Keller Lake, 35°42′07″N 090°47′14″W / 35.70194°N 90.78722°W / 35.70194; -90.78722 (Keller Lake), located at about 249 feet (76 m) high.
• Lake Hogue, 35°35′00″N 090°57′47″W / 35.58333°N 90.96306°W / 35.58333; -90.96306 (Lake Hogue), sitting at about 230 feet (70 m) above sea level.
• Lake Poinsett, 35°31′52″N 090°40′33″W / 35.53111°N 90.67583°W / 35.53111; -90.67583 (Lake Poinsett), a popular spot at about 302 feet (92 m) high.
• Lonnie Jaynes Lake, 35°38′06″N 090°39′06″W / 35.63500°N 90.65167°W / 35.63500; -90.65167 (Lonnie Jaynes Lake), with an elevation of about 262 feet (80 m).
• O K Lake, 35°41′00″N 090°56′35″W / 35.68333°N 90.94306°W / 35.68333; -90.94306 (O K Lake), about 233 feet (71 m) above sea level.
• Paul Senteny Lake, 35°33′36″N 090°41′36″W / 35.56000°N 90.69333°W / 35.56000; -90.69333 (Paul Senteny Lake), found at a high elevation of about 407 feet (124 m).
• Poinsett Watershed Site 101 Reservoir, 35°28′18″N 090°41′18″W / 35.47167°N 90.68833°W / 35.47167; -90.68833 (Poinsett Watershed Site 101 Reservoir), about 266 feet (81 m) high.
• Poinsett Watershed Site 102 Reservoir, 35°29′53″N 090°41′09″W / 35.49806°N 90.68583°W / 35.49806; -90.68583 (Poinsett Watershed Site 102 Reservoir), at an elevation of about 289 feet (88 m).
• Poinsett Watershed Site One Reservoir, 35°28′30″N 090°40′54″W / 35.47500°N 90.68167°W / 35.47500; -90.68167 (Poinsett Watershed Site One Reservoir), about 282 feet (86 m) above sea level.
• Poinsett Watershed Site Three Reservoir, 35°30′12″N 090°41′00″W / 35.50333°N 90.68333°W / 35.50333; -90.68333 (Poinsett Watershed Site Three Reservoir), with an elevation of about 269 feet (82 m).
• Poinsett Watershed Site Two Reservoir, 35°29′25″N 090°41′10″W / 35.49028°N 90.68611°W / 35.49028; -90.68611 (Poinsett Watershed Site Two Reservoir), about 285 feet (87 m) high.
• Wayne Carter Lake, 35°32′42″N 090°43′06″W / 35.54500°N 90.71833°W / 35.54500; -90.71833 (Wayne Carter Lake), at an elevation of about 335 feet (102 m).

Why are these Water Bodies Important?

Lakes and reservoirs in Poinsett County play a huge role in the local environment and for the people living there.

• Wildlife Homes: They provide homes for many animals, including fish, birds, and other creatures that depend on water.
• Drinking Water: Reservoirs often store water that is cleaned and sent to homes for drinking and other uses.
• Farming: Water from these bodies is used to irrigate crops, helping local farms grow food.
• Fun Activities: Many lakes and reservoirs are great places for fishing, boating, and other outdoor adventures.

See also

• List of lakes in Arkansas