St. Louis District News Releases

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.

Carlyle Lake Increasing Downstream Releases

Press Operations — Wed, 10 May 2017 13:40:15 GMT

As of 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 the pool elevation at Carlyle Lake was 456.34 feet, referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD), with a release of approximately 7,5000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The inflow for Monday, May 8, 2017 was approximately 13,920 day second feet (dsf). With current precipitation on the ground, Carlyle Lake is currently cresting. In order to free up flood control storage in the lake and to continue to provide benefits to other project purposes, in accordance with the water control plan, downstream releases will be increased to approximately10,000 cfs on Tuesday, May 9, 2017.

Reopening South Fork Recreation Area at Mark Twain Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 10 May 2017 13:30:25 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake reopened the South Fork Recreation Area off State Highway 154, at approximately 11:00 AM on May 9, 2017. Flood debris has been removed from the ramp and is now available for public use. The Corps of Engineers apologizes for any inconveniences this action may have caused visitors and local businesses. If you need additional information, please contact the Mark Twain Lake Project Office at 573-735-4097.

Mark Twain Lake Corps of Engineers Beaches to Open Later Than Planned

Press Operations — Wed, 10 May 2017 13:27:24 GMT

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, at Mark Twain Lake, will open the John F. Spalding and Indian Creek Beaches on May 19, 2017. This is one week later than originally planned, due to recent rain events and elevated lake levels. When the water recedes, the beaches will be inspected for safety, swim area buoy lines installed, and opened for use. If you have any questions, please contact the Mark Twain Lake Project Office at (573) 735-4097.

High Water at Lake Shelbyville

Press Operations — Tue, 09 May 2017 13:43:08 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville has reported high water conditions at the lake. The pool elevation has risen to 11.39 feet above normal summer pool (599.7 feet referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD). The level as of 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9 was 611.09 feet NVGD and the discharge rate was 1,900 cubic feet per second (cfs). Lake Shelbyville is expected to crest on Thursday, May 11, at 612.5 feet NGVD. This is based on the current discharge rate with no additional precipitation.

Temporary Road Closures at Carlyle Lake

Press Operations — Mon, 08 May 2017 19:52:27 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Carlyle Lake will be temporarily closing Lake Road in the Dam West Recreation Area from 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2017 until 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Also, portions of the Saddle Dam II roadway will be closed on May 9-10, 2017 for maintenance and resurfacing. These closures are necessary to provide public safety during routine maintenance and road work.

Carlyle Lake Pool Update, May 7

Press Operations — Mon, 08 May 2017 14:01:16 GMT

As of 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 7th, 2017 the pool elevation at Carlyle Lake was 455.60 feet, referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) with a release rate of approximately 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The inflow for Saturday, May 6th, 2017 was approximately 29,880 day second feet (dsf). Due to the rainfall that has occurred throughout the past several days, the pool is projected to crest at less than 456.0 feet NGVD on Tuesday, May 09, 2017.

Lake Shelbyville and Carlyle Lake Prevent Major Flood Damage

Press Operations — Fri, 05 May 2017 20:36:00 GMT

As of 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 5, 2017 the pool elevation at Carlyle Lake was 453.29 feet, referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD), with a release of approximately 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The average inflow from May 1st through May 4th was 29,495 day second feet (dsf).

Carlyle Lake Pool Update, 5-4-17

Press Operations — Fri, 05 May 2017 17:43:43 GMT

As of 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 4, 2017 the pool elevation at Carlyle Lake was 451.70 feet, referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) with a release rate of 5,000 cubic feet of water per second (cfs). The inflow for Wednesday, May 3, 2017 was approximately 22,840 day second feet (dsf). Due to the rainfall that has occurred throughout the past several days, the pool is project to crest at less than 456.0 feet NGVD on Thursday, May 10, 2017. This is about 11 feet above the normal summer pool of 445.0 feet NGVD.

Temporary Closure of South Fork Recreation Area at Mark Twain Lake

Press Operations — Thu, 04 May 2017 20:20:06 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake has temporarily closed the South Fork Recreation Area off of Highway 154, due to large amounts of debris blocking the launch ramp. The area will reopen as soon as the conditions allow for safe use of the ramp. Other 4-lane ramps around the lake remain open and can provide access to Mark Twain Lake.

Riverlands Way Closing Wednesday, May 3 Due to Flooding

Press Operations — Wed, 03 May 2017 21:49:53 GMT

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Project Office will be closing Riverlands Way road in West Alton, Missouri on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. The closure is necessary due to the rising Mississippi River flood waters. The closure of the road will impact the Rivers Project Office and the Audubon Center at Riverlands. Both facilities will be closed to the public until flood waters recede and the road is reopened. Numerous other recreation areas are also closed due to flooding.

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.

Corps of Engineers activates Emergency Operations Center

Press Operations — Sun, 30 Apr 2017 20:25:00 GMT

St. Louis District Commander Col. Anthony Mitchell activated the Emergency Operations Center Friday, April 28 to increase awareness and prepare for forecasted river stages.