Q. Where is your office located?

A. We are located just west of the Greers Ferry Dam, behind the William Carl Garner Visitor Center, at 700 Heber Springs Road North, Heber Springs, Arkansas. Our office hours are 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.
Mailing Address:
US Army Corps of Engineers
Greers Ferry Lake Project Office
P.O. Box 1088
Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543-1088
Phone:
(501) 362-2416
Fax: (501) 324-6985
E-mail: ceswl-gf@usace.army.mil

Q. How can I obtain a map of Greers Ferry Lake?

A. There are two types of maps available:
1) A topographical map, used primarily by fishermen and divers, was produced in 1944 prior to the impoundment of the lake. It is available to pick up at the Project Office for $10.00 each, or if you prefer we can mail it to you for an additional $4.95 each.
2) A brochure is also available, which opens up into a color map of Greers Ferry Lake. This is free of charge. Bulk quantities of the map can be obtained at the Project Office for $.40 per map.

Q. What is the current lake level?

A. You may call (866) 494-1993, Ext 16 or (501) 362-5150 for a computer generated voice message of the current lake level or visit http://www.swl-wc.usace.army.mil/WCDS/Reports/Daily/White.htm.

Recreation

Q. How can I make a reservation for a campsite or group camping area at a US Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Area on Greers Ferry Lake?

A. The National Recreation Reservation Service is open year round to book your next stay on Greers Ferry. You can contact them toll free at 1-877-444-6777, or online at http://www.recreation.gov. You will be required to pay for your entire stay when you make the reservation. Reservations cannot be made within four days of your expected arrival date, or more than 240 days in advance.

Q. How can I make a reservation for a picnic shelter at a US Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Area on Greers Ferry Lake?

A. You may reserve picnic shelters by calling the Greers Ferry Project Office at (501) 362-2416 from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.

Q. Do I have to pay a fee to swim or launch my boat in a US Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Area?

A. Yes. Day use fees are charged at all operating developed recreation areas on Greers Ferry Lake. Per day fees include $1.00 per person to swim, up to a maximum of $4.00 per vehicle and $3.00 to launch a boat. An area fee of $4.00 per vehicle will be charged at the Dam Site Park Day Use Area. Children under 12 are free. Fees may be paid to the park attendant during booth hours, or deposited in the honor vault when an attendant is unavailable. For your convenience you may purchase an annual pass for $30.00 that is good until the month purchased of next year.

Q. How can I receive a visitor information packet?

A. You can contact the Greers Ferry Lake Project Office by writing to P.O. Box 1088, Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543-1088, telephoning 501-362-2416, or e-mailing ceswl-gf@usace.army.mil .

Q. Do I need to purchase a fishing license to fish on Greers Ferry Lake?

A. Yes. Fishing on Greers Ferry Lake is regulated by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Information is available at http://www.agfc.com/index.html

Q. What other attractions are in the area?

A. You can discover the wide variety of attractions available in the area surrounding Greers Ferry Lake by clicking on the Chamber of Commerce link on the Recreation Activities Page of the Greers Ferry Lake web site.

Q. How can I become a volunteer or contract park attendant on Greers Ferry Lake?

A. Volunteers are always welcome on Greers Ferry Lake. To see if any volunteer positionsor contract park attendant positions are available, please contact the Greers Ferry Project Office at 501-362-2416 or ceswl-gf@usace.army.mil .

Q. I’m planning an event on Greers Ferry (i.e. fishing tournament, family reunion, charity events, etc…). Do I need to contact anyone or get any special permits?

A. Yes. If you are planning an event of any type on Greers Ferry Lake waters or public lands, you must submit a Special Events Permit. For more information, you may contact the Project Office at 501-362-2416 or ceswl-gf@usace.army.mil .

Q. Can you have fireworks in the park?

A. No. Possession and/or use of fireworks is prohibited.

Q. Can you have weapons in the park?

A. No. The possession of loaded firearms, ammunition, loaded projectile firing devices, bows and arrows, crossbows or other weapons is prohibited, except where used for hunting and fishing in remote areas, and in accordance with State Game and Fish regulations. Possession and/or use of explosives of any kind is prohibited.

Q. Can you have pets in the park?

A. Yes. Pets must be penned, caged or on a leash less than six feet long in developed areas, except where otherwise posted. No pets are allowed at the swimming beach. Horseback riding is not allowed in developed recreation areas. No person shall allow animals to bark or emit noise that unreasonably disturbs others. Exotic animals and livestock are not permitted.

*For a complete list of rules and regulations, click on the Greers Ferry Park Rules or EP1165-2-316 link on the Recreation Activities Page of the Greers Ferry Lake web site.

Updated/Reviewed: 27 Jan 2010