U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials are warning boaters of both floating and submerged debris caused by high water levels at Mark Twain Lake. Normal elevation is 606 feet above sea level, but by July 4th the level is expected to be 628.2 feet. The high water has prompted a number of temporary closings, including:…
Recent rains are causing the water level at Mark Twain Lake to rise rapidly. According to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, normal lake level is 606.0 feet above sea level, by Thursday it’s expected to rise to 621 feet. Floating and submerged debris is more likely to be encountered now. Major boat launch…
The South Fork Recreation Area at Mark Twain Lake will be closed on two occasions soon. According to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, the first closure starts Monday June 28th and continues until July 1st to allow the boat ramp to be used as a staging area for a work barge. The boat…
A Hartsburg woman has serious injuries after getting hit by an anchor on the Mark Twain Lake near Stoutsville. The Missouri Highway Patrol reports a boat was driving with it’s anchor down, when it accelerated, and the anchor came up and hit Sherman. She was taken to the University Hospital for her injuries.
The lobby and exhibit hall at the M. W. Boudreaux Memorial Visitor Center at Mark Twain Lake is re-opening in stages. May 13th through June 2nd, it will be open Thursday through Saturday from 8 until 3. June 3rd through June 30th it will open Thursday through Sundays from 8 until 3 and then be…
A by-appointment-only COVID-19 mass vaccination clinic next week will close parts of Mark Twain Lake recreation areas. The North and South Spillways and Overlook will be closed from 3:00 p.m. on April 13 until 7:00 a.m. April 15. The closure includes the shooting range, disk golf course, boat ramp, shelter houses, and bathrooms.
Portions of Mark Twain Lake recreation areas will be closed next week for a mass vaccination event. According to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, the North Spillway, South Spillway and Overlook will be closed from 3:00 Tuesday afternoon until 7:00 Thursday morning. This includes the shooting range, disk golf course, boat ramp, shelter…
With recent rainfall and more in the forecast, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake are warning of higher lake elevations through the end of March. As of today (Wednesday) the elevation is 609.79 and is expected to crest at 612.4 on March 29th. They ask that you remain aware while on…
Campgrounds at Mark Twain Lake begin opening on April 2nd according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. In the Ray Behrens Campground, Deer Run sites open April 2, Little Blue Stem sites open April 9, and Cedar Ridge sites open May 7. Indian Creek Campground will open Sentry Ridge and Hike-In sites on April…
Construction at the South Fork Recreation Area at Mark Twain Lake is set to begin Monday, November 23rd. The recreation area won’t be closed during the work, but visitors should use caution entering the area as heavy equipment will be in use along the entrance road. Minor traffic delays can be expected during the work…
The US Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake is closing the Frank Russell Recreation Area to make a number of improvements. The closure affects the archery park, archery trail, day use, picnic area, pond, and campground. Improvements include replacing the water line to the campground and up-sizing the water meter. Areas will open…
The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the Paris Lions Club announced today [Monday] the dates for the annual Turkey Hunt for disabled persons at Mark Twain Lake. The hunt will be held during the Missouri Spring Turkey season on April 27 and 28 at the Indian Creek Recreation Area. The hunt will be restricted…
The Missouri State Highway Patrol will be participating in the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators “Spring Aboard” campaign. The program is funded by a grant from the U.S. Coast Guard and encourages and motivates boaters to participate in a boater education course. Boaters are encouraged to register for a certified boating educational course…
