Narrows Dam, Gravity dam in Pike County, Arkansas.
Narrows Dam is a gravity dam spanning 941 feet (287 m) between two bluffs and rising 183.5 feet (56 m) above the Little Missouri River. The structure creates Lake Greeson and houses a powerhouse with generating equipment that produces electricity for the surrounding region.
Construction started in April 1947 under the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and was completed in 1950. The dedication ceremony took place in July 1951, marking the official opening of this water management facility.
The reservoir was named after Martin White Greeson, who championed water management development in the region starting around 1900. Today the lake shapes how people use and view the surrounding landscape.
The lake is easy to reach and offers good spots for birdwatching and viewing the surrounding landscape. Spring and fall are pleasant times to visit when weather is mild and walking around the reservoir area is comfortable.
The reservoir protects thousands of acres of farmland and homes in the surrounding area from flooding. Its spillway has discharged water only twice since completion, showing how uncommon major flood events are in this region.
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