Lavaca Arkansas Map

About Lavaca, Arkansas

Lavaca is a locality in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,489. The population density is 428.3 people per km². Lavaca is located at 35.3362°N, 94.1733°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 72941.

Lavaca rests in the rolling terrain of Sebastian County, where the land begins its slow, deliberate descent toward the Arkansas River. It lies 13.2 miles east-south-east of Fort Smith, AR (from Fort Smith, AR: bearing 105°T), and is situated 9.5 miles north-north-east of Greenwood. The character of Lavaca is defined by this gentle topography, a landscape of soft hills that cradle scattered woodlands and fields, their colors shifting with the seasons. A quiet stillness often settles over the community, particularly in the late afternoon, when the sun dips low, casting long shadows that stretch across the lawns and the weathered facades of homes. The air here carries a subtle, earthy scent, a blend of damp soil after a recent shower and the distant murmur of life from the surrounding agricultural lands. The history of Lavaca is interwoven with the broader story of the region's development, a narrative marked by resourcefulness and adaptation. Originally established as a stopping point and later a community centered around agriculture, its economy has seen shifts over time, reflecting the changing fortunes of the land and its people. While not a bustling metropolis, Lavaca retains a grounded sense of place, a heritage that can be glimpsed in the enduring architecture and the unhurried rhythm of daily life. The spirit of its past is as palpable as the warm, humid air that often blankets the area during the summer months, a testament to the enduring connection between the people and their Arkansas home.

About This Lavaca Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lavaca, Arkansas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lavaca and Sebastian County.

Detailed location data for Lavaca includes the ZIP code (72941), telephone area code (479), county seat of Sebastian County (Fort Smith), and school district assignment (Lavaca Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lavaca is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.