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Roadway work closes Redman Recreation April 9

ShareWappapello Lake – March 30, 2012: The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake will begin rehab work on the entrance to the Redman Creek Recreation Area on 9 April 2012.
This work will take approximately one month to complete, weather permitting. Vehicle access road to this area will be closed during [...]

Wappapello Lake under inspection drawdown

ShareIn the wake of last year’s massive flooding, (and because it was due, anyway), the St. Louis District of the Army Corps of Engineers is conducting a lake drawdown, and gatehouse and spillway inspection at Wappapello Lake.
This drawdown (the Lake is currently at 354.24 as of 4 p.m. 3/7/12) is to permit ACE personnel [...]

Public meeting on dam safety at Wappapello Feb. 21

ShareWappapello Lake – February 10, 2012: A public workshop to discuss annual water control operations and dam safety at Wappapello Lake is scheduled for February 21, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center.Presentations will be given on water control procedures and dam safety by members of the St. Louis District [...]

Despite cutbacks, Wappapello favorite special events survive

ShareThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake is pleased to announce their upcoming special events for 2012. Families can enjoy volunteer opportunities, living history events, connecting with the great outdoors, or just soaking up seasonal fun. Check out the annual favorites below (subject to possible change ):

April 14-15 34th Annual Old Greenville Black [...]

Wappapello expected to crest at 396.7 feet Saturday & Sunday

ShareThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake announced today that the lake is cresting at an elevation of 396.7 feet today and tomorrow.
The elevation of the overflow spillway is 394.74 feet.  A temporary rock dike was constructed in front of the overflow spillway With the rock dike in place, the water that would [...]

Wappapello staff says “Thanks!”

ShareThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake wishes to take time to thank all volunteers who rendered services for various activities at Wappapello Lake during 2010. One hundred and ninety-four volunteers provided a total of six thousand six hundred and forty one hours of service. The year 2010 brought improvements to [...]

Gun deer hunt Oct. 23-24 for mobility impaired

ShareWappapello Lake – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake, in cooperation with the National Wild Turkey Federation, is sponsoring a Mobility Impaired Modern Gun Deer Hunt on October 23 and 24, 2010.
Applications are being accepted through September 3, 2010, with the drawing held September 7, 2010. Applicants must [...]

Kids Day Fishing Derby results at Wappapello

ShareThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake, in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, is proud to announce the smashing success of its Annual National Get Outdoors Kid’s Fun Day which was held on June 19, 2010, at Redman Creek, The Blue Hole, and Spillway Recreation Areas.
Seventy-three children participated in [...]

Wappapello duck refuge areas closing Nov.6

Sharehe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake announces the opening and closing schedule of the Asher Creek and Lost Creek Waterfowl Refuges during the upcoming duck season in the middle zone. From November 7, 2009, until January 5, 2010, portions of both refuges will be closed to vehicle and boat traffic. [...]

Be aware of carbon monoxide while boating

ShareFrom our friends at the Lake Wappapello Army Corps office:
Wappapello Lake – October 13, 2009: Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless gas that can bring a tragic end to the lives of boaters. The US Army Corps of Engineers encourages boaters to be aware of this silent and invisible [...]