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Access Site AR

Road 138

Ouachita River • Saline Bayou

Source: arkansas_highway_and_transportation_department Updated 1 year ago

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City: Arkadelphia, AR
County: Clark County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.11657876, -93.04118754
4X85+JG Arkadelphia, AR, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ouachita River at Remmel Dam above Jones Mill, AR Same River 23 mi away
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Ouachita River at Camden, AR Same River 38.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ouachita River
5 runs (2 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II This location is on this run 4) Remmel Dam to I-30 at Malvern
5.9 mi
II Upstream from here (23.2 mi from take-out) 5) Rockport Ledge (Park-n-Play)
0.5 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Road 138 boat ramp provides access to the Ouachita River near Arkadelphia, Arkansas. This major river system drains over 18,000 square miles and flows for 548 miles, with an average gradient of 3 feet per mile and flow rate over 27,000 cubic feet per second.

The boat ramp is a suitable access point for kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats. While the ramp is unimproved, it can generally accommodate launching and loading craft, depending on water levels. Nearby recreation areas include DeGray Lake, known for its camping and geological features. Boaters and paddlers should be prepared for the Ouachita River's size, flow, and potential hazards associated with a major Midwest waterway.

No specific details are available on fees, hours, or amenities at this access site. Visitors are advised to plan accordingly and exercise caution when using this rural boat ramp to access the Ouachita River.