Ozark Campground under flood waters as seen from the entrance to the campground (Photo courtesy of National Park Service)
The Buffalo National River watershed received several inches of rain earlier this week, causing damage to many roads and facilities.
According to the National Park Service, some campgrounds in the park’s Upper District were impacted by flood waters during Tuesday’s early morning hours. Several camp sites at Kyles Landing, Erbie, and Ozark Campgrounds were damaged and are silt-covered. As a result, fees are now suspended in these three campgrounds. Campground fees will be collected again starting on March 14, 2025, the start of the normal camping fee season within the park.
The road system in the Erbie Historic District and surrounding area sustained significant damage. The Erbie-Compton Road, low water crossing at Erbie, and Cecil Creek crossing are covered in silt and deeply rutted in places. The roads all remain open, but are only passable with a 4×4, high-clearance vehicle. The road to Spring Creek, in the park’s Lower District, has been washed out and is currently closed at the park boundary. Facility assessments are being made this week, and road repairs will be made as soon as possible. During this time, some areas will have limited facilities as work crews begin repairs.
For further questions or updates, contact the Tyler Bend Visitor Center at 870-439-2502 or the Buffalo Point Ranger Station at 870-449-4311.
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