
Lee Creek At Lee Creek Reservoir Near Van Buren
June 9 2023
20 ft
-0.1% today99% of Normal • Normal
Water gage height, ft levels at Lee Creek At Lee Creek Reservoir Near Van Buren are currently 20 ft, about 99% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 20.34ft.
Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2007 was 2015-12-28 when levels reached 26.58 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2022-10-24 when levels receded to 13.74 ft.
Lee Creek Reservoir is located near Van Buren, Arkansas and serves as a primary water source for the area. The history of the reservoir dates back to the 1920s when it was constructed as a water supply for the city. The reservoir is fed by Lee Creek, a major tributary of the Arkansas River. The hydrology of the area is influenced by the Ozark Mountains, which provide significant snowpack in the winter months. The reservoir is also fed by surface flow from tributaries in the surrounding area. Agriculture is a significant use of the area, with many farms utilizing irrigation from the reservoir. Recreation is also popular, with opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping available. The reservoir is an important resource for both the local community and the surrounding region.

Geolocation | -94.394, 35.484 |
Elevation | 380.29 ft |
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change | -0.1% |
Percent of Normal | 99% |
Minimum |
13.74 ft
2022-10-24 |
Maximum |
26.58 ft
2015-12-28 |
Average | 20 ft |