Arkabutla Lake, Flood control reservoir in northern Mississippi, United States
The 57,250-acre Arkabutla Lake features rolling hills, dense forests of oak, hickory, beech, and birch trees along the Coldwater River banks.
The construction of Arkabutla Dam in 1940 required relocating 700 residents from the town of Coldwater, which now lies submerged beneath the waters.
The reservoir inspired a storyline in the Coen Brothers film O Brother, Where Art Thou, depicting a fictional valley flooded during construction.
Three beaches, multiple campgrounds, and boat launches provide access points for swimming, fishing, and water activities throughout the recreation area.
The reservoir ranks among the top five crappie fishing locations in America, with substantial populations of channel catfish and largemouth bass.
Location: Mississippi
GPS coordinates: 34.76167,-90.12222
Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:59
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