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  • Lake Safety Day Celebration to be held at Mark Twain Lake

    Mark Twain Lake – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake would like to invite the

  • Enjoy Your Holiday, Play It Safe and Return Home Alive

    Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death, yet the number of deaths by drowning could be reduced drastically if everyone would wear a life jacket. Statistics show that 89 percent of those who drown at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes and rivers may have survived if they had worn a life jacket. Here are some safety tips to help you have a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July holiday.

  • Lake Shelbyville set to accommodate maximum holiday weekend crowds

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville anticipates a very busy upcoming holiday celebration over the next 10 days. The Lake is open for all visitors to enjoy and should have plenty of water. As of June 28th, and with no additional rainfall, the lake is projected to crest on Monday, July 1, 2013 at 611.5 feet above sea level (referenced to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD)). On June 28, at 7:00 a.m., the lake level was 610.40 feet above sea level NGVD, which is 10.70 feet above normal summer pool (599.7 feet above sea level NGVD).

  • Dog Days of Summer at Lake Shelbyville

    Has Lake Shelbyville gone to the dogs? It might seem that way to anyone who attends the Dog Days of Summer Dog Show on Saturday, July 6, 2013. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites area residents and their canine pets to join them for a dog-gone good time at this year's 19th annual Lake Shelbyville Dog Show.

  • Wappapello Lake Waterfest

    Wappapello Lake is the place to enjoy Independence Day activities. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you on Saturday, July 6th, for the Annual Ranger Willie B. Safe’s Wet ‘n Wild Waterfest. This FREE event is co-sponsored with the SEMO Regional Water Safety Council and will be held at the Redman Creek Beach from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Day use fees will be waived at the Redman Creek Beach for the event. Concessions will be provided by the Wappapello Volunteer Fire Department.

  • Extended Hours at Mark Twain Lake Visitor Center for Fireworks July 6th

    Mark Twain Lake – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake would like to invite you to

  • Carlyle Lake Fireworks Spectacular

    CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is preparing for a fun and safe weekend celebrating Independence Day at Carlyle Lake. Family oriented activities will be taking place throughout the weekend; all activities are free and open to the public. The highlight of the weekend activities will be the Fireworks Spectacular shot from point one at dusk on Saturday, June 29th.

  • Kaskaskia River Project is Back in Business

    The Kaskaskia River Project, located near the mouth of the Kaskaskia River, is now back in operation for visitors to come and enjoy the recreation areas. The third largest flood experienced at the Kaskaskia Lock and Dam since the 1993 and 1995 floods has now receded enough to clean up the debris and facilities. The Kaskaskia River Boat Access and picnic shelter, located upstream of the lock and dam, are available for public use.

  • Shooting Range Closed During Annual Mark Twain Lake Rodeo

    Mark Twain Lake – The David C. Berti Shooting Range located in the Warren G. See South Spillway

  • USACE Veterans Curation Program welcomes home veterans

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District’s Veterans Curation Program will participate in a Welcome Home celebration honoring veterans returning home from overseas combat deployments at Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis, Mo., June 22.