List of lakes of Yell County, Arkansas facts for kids

Yell County, Arkansas, is a place filled with natural beauty, and a big part of that beauty comes from its many bodies of water. There are at least 26 named lakes and reservoirs here! These watery spots are important for wildlife, recreation, and sometimes even for providing drinking water.

Blue Mountain Lake

But what's the difference between a lake and a reservoir? 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. It's created when a dam is built across a river or stream to hold back water. People build reservoirs for many reasons, like storing water for cities, controlling floods, or generating electricity.

Exploring Yell County's Waterways

Natural Lakes of Yell County

Yell County is home to several natural lakes. These lakes are often peaceful places, perfect for fishing, boating, or just enjoying nature. Each lake has its own unique features and is a great spot to explore the outdoors.

• Buckman Lake, located at 35°04′33″N 093°28′14″W / 35.07583°N 93.47056°W / 35.07583; -93.47056 (Buckman Lake), sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 m).
• Cowger Lake, found at 35°03′09″N 093°24′36″W / 35.05250°N 93.41000°W / 35.05250; -93.41000 (Cowger Lake), is about 325 feet (99 m) above sea level.
• Gibson Lake, with coordinates 35°07′48″N 093°07′34″W / 35.13000°N 93.12611°W / 35.13000; -93.12611 (Gibson Lake), has an elevation of 295 feet (90 m).
• Horseshoe Lake, located at 35°03′38″N 093°27′04″W / 35.06056°N 93.45111°W / 35.06056; -93.45111 (Horseshoe Lake), is 325 feet (99 m) high.
• Keeland Lake, found at 35°02′48″N 093°12′15″W / 35.04667°N 93.20417°W / 35.04667; -93.20417 (Keeland Lake), sits at 292 feet (89 m).
• Luther Lake, with coordinates 35°07′51″N 093°05′28″W / 35.13083°N 93.09111°W / 35.13083; -93.09111 (Luther Lake), is 285 feet (87 m) above sea level.
• Mason Lake, located at 35°03′56″N 093°27′23″W / 35.06556°N 93.45639°W / 35.06556; -93.45639 (Mason Lake), has an elevation of 325 feet (99 m).
• Open Slough, found at 35°08′50″N 093°07′15″W / 35.14722°N 93.12083°W / 35.14722; -93.12083 (Open Slough), is 302 feet (92 m) high.
• Peeler Lake, with coordinates 35°04′09″N 093°19′51″W / 35.06917°N 93.33083°W / 35.06917; -93.33083 (Peeler Lake), sits at 312 feet (95 m).
• Peter George Lake, located at 35°06′14″N 093°18′14″W / 35.10389°N 93.30389°W / 35.10389; -93.30389 (Peter George Lake), is 322 feet (98 m) above sea level.
• Rose Lake, found at 35°03′45″N 093°05′12″W / 35.06250°N 93.08667°W / 35.06250; -93.08667 (Rose Lake), has an elevation of 299 feet (91 m).
• Surrounded Ridges Lake, with coordinates 35°05′20″N 093°18′21″W / 35.08889°N 93.30583°W / 35.08889; -93.30583 (Surrounded Ridges Lake), is 308 feet (94 m) high.

Man-Made Reservoirs

Reservoirs are like giant bathtubs built by people to store water. They are very important for communities, providing water for homes, farms, and sometimes even creating electricity. They also offer great places for fishing, boating, and other water sports.

• Bailey Branch Lake, located at 35°02′12″N 093°26′57″W / 35.03667°N 93.44917°W / 35.03667; -93.44917 (Bailey Branch Lake), sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 m).
• Blue Mountain Lake, found at 35°05′59″N 093°42′02″W / 35.09972°N 93.70056°W / 35.09972; -93.70056 (Blue Mountain Lake), is about 384 feet (117 m) above sea level. This is one of the larger and more well-known reservoirs in the area.
• Bogs Lake, with coordinates 35°08′01″N 093°17′47″W / 35.13361°N 93.29639°W / 35.13361; -93.29639 (Bogs Lake), has an elevation of 338 feet (103 m).
• Cedar-Piney Lake, located at 35°06′50″N 093°29′11″W / 35.11389°N 93.48639°W / 35.11389; -93.48639 (Cedar-Piney Lake), is 387 feet (118 m) high.
• Chambers Lake, found at 35°02′37″N 093°27′49″W / 35.04361°N 93.46361°W / 35.04361; -93.46361 (Chambers Lake), sits at 427 feet (130 m).
• Harris Fish Farm Reservoir, with coordinates 35°06′07″N 093°21′22″W / 35.10194°N 93.35611°W / 35.10194; -93.35611 (Harris Fish Farm Reservoir), is 351 feet (107 m) above sea level.
• Kingfisher Lake, located at 35°05′44″N 093°06′20″W / 35.09556°N 93.10556°W / 35.09556; -93.10556 (Kingfisher Lake), has an elevation of 315 feet (96 m).
• Lake Ola, found at 35°01′54″N 092°14′01″W / 35.03167°N 92.23361°W / 35.03167; -92.23361 (Lake Ola), is 361 feet (110 m) high.
• Lake Ola-dale, with coordinates 35°01′48″N 093°14′10″W / 35.03000°N 93.23611°W / 35.03000; -93.23611 (Lake Ola-dale), sits at 390 feet (120 m).
• Mockingbird Hill Lake, located at 35°06′27″N 093°13′05″W / 35.10750°N 93.21806°W / 35.10750; -93.21806 (Mockingbird Hill Lake), is 354 feet (108 m) above sea level.
• Nimrod Lake, found at 34°57′03″N 093°14′37″W / 34.95083°N 93.24361°W / 34.95083; -93.24361 (Nimrod Lake), has an elevation of 341 feet (104 m).
• Pullen Pond, with coordinates 35°05′12″N 093°08′06″W / 35.08667°N 93.13500°W / 35.08667; -93.13500 (Pullen Pond), is 302 feet (92 m) high.
• Schoonover Lake, located at 35°05′15″N 093°12′12″W / 35.08750°N 93.20333°W / 35.08750; -93.20333 (Schoonover Lake), sits at 348 feet (106 m).
• Spring Lake, found at 35°09′14″N 093°25′39″W / 35.15389°N 93.42750°W / 35.15389; -93.42750 (Spring Lake), is 512 feet (156 m) high, making it one of the higher elevation bodies of water listed.

See also

• List of lakes in Arkansas