St. Louis District News Releases

Installation of Wayside Exhibits at Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 21:04:57 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake invites you to come out and see some of the new interpretive wayside exhibits that have been recently installed. These exhibits are located along the Lake View Trail near the culverts on T Highway, Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center, Eagle Point Overlook, south end of the dam, fish cleaning station parking area, and the pollinator garden at the Greenhouse. The Lake View Trail runs from Redman Creek Campground East and along the dam and connects to Peoples Creek Recreation Area. This multi-use trail is paved and available for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors to practice water safety

Press Operations — Mon, 08 May 2023 19:11:00 GMT

As millions of Americans plan visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in, on, and around open water. Tragically, people lose their lives while visiting USACE-managed lands and waters every year. Most of the tragedies are water related. The public’s help is needed to reduce the number of fatalities at the more than 2,800 USACE-managed recreation areas nationwide. USACE personnel stress the importance of water safety year-round when talking with visitors, but especially during the summer season because that is when most public recreation fatalities occur.

Wappapello Lake Winter Watch

Press Operations — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:27:09 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host a Winter Watch (Eagle Viewing) event Saturday, February 5, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Campgrounds at Wappapello to Open Soon

Press Operations — Wed, 13 May 2020 19:36:00 GMT

Wappapello Lake – Keeping in line with state and federal guidelines, the Corps of Engineers is pleased to announce Corps operated campgrounds at Wappapello Lake will open for the season just in time for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend! All Corps campgrounds will open on Friday, May 22. This includes all of Greenville, Redman Creek and Peoples Creek campgrounds (developed campgrounds) as well as all primitive campgrounds and primitive camping.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Facility Closures at Wappapello Lake Continue

Press Operations — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Efforts to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff members continue as Corps of Engineers staff at Wappapello Lake plan for the reopening of Corps recreation areas as soon as practical, given the situation with the COVID-19 virus. With this said, state and federal guidelines are being used to make decisions on facility operations. It is important to note changes in these guidelines are quickly evolving and we are developing plans to reopen facilities that can change with short notice. The Corps will do everything possible to announce those decisions via Facebook and through our local media partners.

Corps of Engineers Extends Facility Closures at Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Wappapello Lake – In an effort to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff members, the Wappapello Lake Project Office and Visitor Center, all U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps of Engineers) campgrounds, fish cleaning stations, swim beaches, and playgrounds at Wappapello Lake will remain closed until further notice.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Closures at Wappapello Lake Continue

Press Operations — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Wappapello Lake – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) recreation areas, including campgrounds, visitor centers, beaches, fish cleaning stations, and the lake management office areas at Wappapello Lake will continue to remain closed. Day use areas and boat ramps will remain open until further notice.

Army Corps of Engineers promotes water safety this summer season

Press Operations — Mon, 20 May 2019 18:29:00 GMT

Summer is almost here and that means millions of Americans will be planning visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers. As the steward of many of these public waters, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) reminds visitors to be aware of the importance of practicing safe, sensible and thoughtful activities in and around the water.

Wappapello Lake 2018 Event Calender

Press Operations — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT

Upcoming special event for the 2018 Recreation Year at Wappapello Lake.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to Hold Workshops

Press Operations — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT

The St.Louis District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is currently updating the Wappapello Lake Master Plan and the Shoreline Management Plan. The purpose for updating these plans is to bring them into compliance with current U.S. Army Corps of Engineers polices and regulations, update visitor use trends and obtain public input to ensure future activities are accomplished in an environmentally sustainable manner.

Winter Drawdown Scheduled at Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake will begin annual winter drawdown from recreation pool to conservation pool starting December 15, 2017. In accordance with our water control plan, the pool is drawn down five feet, from 359.74 feet relevant to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) to 354.74 feet NGVD.

Christmas Tree Recycling Available at Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers offers a meaningful way to dispose of your used Christmas tree and provide habitat at the same time. The Corps of Engineers will be accepting Christmas trees from December 26, 2017 through January 19, 2018, at the Redman Creek Boat Ramp.

Wappapello Lake Flood Update, 5-11-17

Press Operations — Thu, 11 May 2017 17:08:38 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake reminds visitors that the Pine Ridge Nature Trail and Fish Cleaning Station located in the Spillway Recreation Area will remain closed until further notice. This area is off limits to all traffic including foot traffic.

Flood Update at Wappapello Lake, May 3, 2017

Press Operations — Wed, 03 May 2017 21:46:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake reports that significant rains received in the St. Francis watershed north of Wappapello Lake have caused the upper St. Francis River and Wappapello Lake to rise. As of 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, the Wappapello Lake elevation is 397.10 feet relative to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) and is falling. At the time of this report outflow from the lake is approximately 14,800 cubic feet per second. The lake crested at 398.10 feet NGVD on Tuesday May 2, 2017 and outflow was approximately 22,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) at crest.

Update of Flooding at Wappapello Lake, 4-30-17

Press Operations — Sun, 30 Apr 2017 20:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake reports significant rains received in the St. Francis watershed north of Wappapello Lake have caused the upper St. Francis River and Wappapello Lake to rise. As of 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2017, the Wappapello Lake level was 382.52 feet relative to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) and rising.

Wappapello Lake 75th Anniversary Special Events

Press Operations — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:19:12 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake, in partnership with the Wappapello Lake Area Association and other partners, announce the 2016 special event schedule. We are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the completion of Wappapello Reservoir and Dam. Starting on April 2, 2016, we will kick off a year-long celebration commemorating Wappapello Lake’s rich community and history. Everyone is invited to participate in these events. The festivities will take place in and around the lake area and offer something for the entire family.

Drones Prohibited At Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:13:42 GMT

Drones are a new and exciting technology available to everyone and can be used for many purposes. These drones can be easily acquired and range in sophistication from small children’s toys to expensive professional units with high definition video cameras. For the recreational user, it’s only natural after acquiring one of these to visit places with scenic views and interesting topographic and manmade features.

National Public Lands Day at Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 15:23:58 GMT

It's that time of year to pitch in for our public lands. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you or your organization to participate in this year’s National Public Lands Day events on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Caring individuals are asked to help remove trash and litter along roadways as well as other activities at Wappapello Lake. National Public Lands Day is celebrated annually at public lands in the United States on the last Saturday in September. A signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation, it promotes both popular enjoyment and volunteer conservation of public lands. The national event is sponsored by the Toyota Motor Corporation.

24th Annual Old Greenville Days Sept 19 & 20

Press Operations — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 15:10:09 GMT

The 24th Annual Old Greenville Days Event will be celebrated on September 19 and 20, 2015, at the Greenville Recreation Area just two miles south of Greenville, Missouri, on U. S. Highway 67. This annual family oriented event is done in partnership with the Wayne County Historical Society and several businesses and volunteers. Included are a living history group, craft booths, magicians, old-time children’s games, a basket auction, and live bluegrass, country, and gospel music

Duck Blind Drawing/Mobility Impaired Deer Hunt Scheduled At Wappapello Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 23:12:11 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake announces two upcoming events. First, the annual duck blind drawing and registration will be held August 15, 2015, at 1 p.m. in the multi-purpose room of the Bill Emerson Memorial Visitors Center. Anyone wishing to place a floating blind on the lake needs to be signed up prior to 1 p.m. If you are not signed up by this time, you will be required to wait until the drawing and placement process has concluded. Upon conclusion of the placement process, late arrivers will be allowed to register and choose a location for their blind. Blinds will be provided by the applicant and must meet the “Minimum Standards for Floating Duck Blinds”. The registration fee for a duck blind is $15 and applicants must bring cash in the exact amount or a personal check or money order made payable to “FAO, USACE, St. Louis District”.