Bagnell Dam originated with US government work programs The New Deal, and formed what we know today as the lake of the Ozarks. Originally operated under a lease from the United States federal government by Union Electric, that company has now become Ameren. Bagnell Dam is an excellent source of hydroelectricity for the region. Now the lake has over 1,150 miles of shoreline and is about 94 miles from end to end. The Bagnell Dam was completed in 1931 to form what is now known as the best recreational lake in the United States, the Lake of the Ozarks.
Bagnell Dam impounds the Osage River, and is the last impound other than locks until the Gulf of Mexico just past New Orleans, Louisiana. Below Bagnell Dam, there are many Missouri State Parks and boat ramps, and provides excellent outdoor recreation of fishing, boating, camping, and scenic vistas.
Lake of the Ozarks is an anomaly being dammed on both ends, in that there is Bagnell Dam on the Lower Osage and the Truman Dam on the Upper Osage in Warsaw, Missouri. Along with both impoundments, the federal government mandates lake levels at Lake of the Ozarks. It is only allowed an approximate range of 6 ft in surface level change, with a drawdown over winter to prepare for spring rains. The lake is mandated to be back at full pool before Memorial Day each year.
Although full pool of 660 ft MSL is required at Lake of the Ozarks, there is the possibility of holding an additional 4 ft of water to 664 ft MSL in case of severe flooding. This is only implemented to hold additional water back from the Mississippi River basin. In the rare event of holding that water, there is usually lots of advance notice. There are areas at Lake of the Ozarks that are in a flood zone due to this possibility of 4 ft lake level increase.
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| Residential | 642 | $565,412 | 3.3 | 2.5 | 33.3 |
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821 Coelleda School
Roach, MO 65787
Moulders Little Niangua
Residential
MLS# 3548924 / Active
This little gem of a lake cabin is located on the quiet waters of the Little Niangua at the 8MM where the river meets the lake. This peaceful retre...
425 Ledgestone Estates
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
Ledge Stone Estates
Residential
MLS# 3549011 / Active
Elegant custom home offers STUNNING views of the cove all the way out to the main channel. The lawn is meticulously manicured with beautiful shrubs...
1886 Bittersweet Road
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Horseshoe Bend # 6
Residential
MLS# 3548865 / Active
Deal of the Day! Adorable 2-bedroom 2 bath rustic log cabin surrounded by woods off of Horseshoe Bend in Lake Ozark MO! Short term Rentals allowed!...
258 Windsor Bay Drive UNIT 4A
Camdenton, MO 65020
Windsor Bay Condominium
Residential
MLS# 3548974 / Active
You have arrived in Paradise when you walk in this relaxing and cheerful TOP FLOOR, END unit at Windsor Bay! Take in the BIG CHANNEL VIEWS in the s...
37 Mitchell Road
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Coleman
Residential
MLS# 3548998 / Active
This Lakefront Home has been Remodeled to Perfection on the 9MM of the Main Channel, Lake of the Ozarks! Lovely three bedroom, two full bathroom ho...
6620 Weston Point Drive UNIT B6
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Weston Point Resort Condo
Residential
7692 Eagle Bay
Gravois Mills, MO 65037
Eagle Bay
Residential
MLS# 3548994 / Active
Your private oasis, with stunning views is waiting for you at the 55 mm in beautiful Eagle Bay Subdivision! This home is above and beyond on featu...
6620 Weston Point
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Weston Point Resort Condo
Residential
MLS# 3548871 / Active
Heart of Osage Beach, cute one bedroom, one bath unit located at Weston Point Condo's. They are near shopping, restaurants and the newest hottest ...
Lot 61 Light Foot
Rocky Mount, MO 65072
Indian Creek Hills
Residential
MLS# 3549004 / Active
Looking for a place to get away, enjoy the wildlife and outdoors! Owning a lot in Indian Creek Hills gives you access to a private lake and Over 40...