J. W. Trimble Lock & Dam 13 Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Live J. W. Trimble Lock & Dam 13 fishing conditions near Fort Smith, AR: USACE release, reservoir level, and local weather. Use the latest CFS and level trends to time your trip and pick safe access.
J. W. Trimble Lock & Dam 13 snapshot
Arkansas River at Lock & Dam 13 (James W. Trimble Lock and Dam) Dardanelle, AR - platform collects upstream and downstream elevation, nonpower release, power release, generation, and gate opening data. J. W. Trimble Lock & Dam 13 sits near Fort Smith, AR and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers SWL district. Coordinates: 35.3506°, -94.2973°. Also known as Arkansas River at James W Trimble Lock & Dam 13.
- Latest release
- 59,750 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 391.60 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:00 UTC
Very high release: dangerous near outlets and below the dam. Avoid swift water and follow posted warnings.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the J. W. Trimble Lock & Dam 13 water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.