Columbia County, Arkansas
We could not verify the current status for Columbia county. This is not a claim that no ban exists. Verify with the county office before burning.
What this means
- Unknown — verify with the county office
Penalties in Arkansas
Burning during an active ban is "unlawful burning" under Ark. Code § 5-38-310, a Class A misdemeanor. Counties can also set their own local fines on top — Jackson County, for example, fines $25–$300 per violation. The County Judge's or Sheriff's office in force where you are governs.
Classification: Class A misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $2,500, up to 1 year in jail
Recent status history
- Aug 9, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Arkansas Dept. of Agriculture — Forestry Division ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Arkansas Dept. of Agriculture — Forestry Division and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Columbia county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Columbia county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Columbia county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Columbia county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Columbia county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For a non-emergency burn-ban violation, you can also reach Arkansas Forestry Division Dispatch at 1-800-468-8834 (24/7, for reporting a wildfire in progress), or contact the Columbia Sheriff's Office.