Pomme de Terre Lake
or use one of the many recreational facilities the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers is committed to ensuring the best experience possible
for our visitors. Here are just a few of the many things that we are
working on for the upcoming year.
If you enjoy hunting or viewing wildlife, the Natural Resource
Staff has planted wildlife food plots of wheat, turnip and
radishes, in the resource areas around the lake. These areas are open
all year long, however special regulations may apply so make sure to
check the rules and regulations before you go.
If camping is more your style we are dedicated to making
the camping experience more enjoyable for all its visitors, while minimizing
the affect upon the environment. The maintenance staff has
been brush hogging shoreline in the park areas to allow campers
to access the water easier. We are replacing an aging
Septic System at Damsite East Campground with a system
that should have less visual and environmental impact.
The new system should be in operation by the time the
park opens in April. We also received some additional
funding to replace the problematic sewage treatment
system in Damsite West. A new Sand Filtration will re-
last many years. This new system will be a large project
and may create some interruptions in service on the West
side of the campground during construction. However, we will
do our best to minimize the interruptions.
There are some changes in the Fee Program in 2018. Fees
for all campsites have been increased by $2 per night. In addition,
we are working to implement a “shoulder season” before the regular
camping season begins and after it ends. Campsites will be available
to rent at a reduced rate, however they will have electricity
available at the site, although the buildings (showers etc) will not be
available for use during the shoulder seasons. Day use shelter fees
have increased at the following shelters; Overlook #1, Administra-
per day. The Group Camp fee in Outlet Park has increased from
$30/night to $40/night. All reservations made for those areas prior
to the fee increase will be honored.
If you are a beach-goer, you may notice some work at the
Nemo Beach. A new erosion control system to divert water away
from the sand area and expand the usable space of the small shelters
were completed in Spring 2017.
If you are one of the millions of Missourians who enjoy
Conservation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will again be partnering
to place cedar trees in various locations around the lake in
2018. These cedar trees will be placed in a variety of water depths to
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this will allow for better access during high water periods and place
the docks out into slightly deeper water.
Finally, if you use the multi-purpose court below the Dam
you will note that the area has been resurfaced and we are currently
in the process of getting new basketball goals. In addition, there
are lines now painted on the tennis court to allow the playing of a
fairly new and popular game called “Pickleball”. If you have never
played, or even heard of the game, do yourself a favor and research
it, there is even a local league with regular competition.
Whatever your reason for visiting Pomme de Terre Lake the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is dedicated to bringing you a safe
and enjoyable experience, we ask that you exercise judgment and
show respect for others in all your activities.
Water Safety
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the nation’s leading
provider of outdoor recreation with over 400 lake and river projects
in 43 states and more than 360 million visits per year. Visitor safety is
our number one concern, so please be careful while visiting Pomme
de Terre Lake this summer. Here are some tips that will keep you
safe while visiting the lake this year and may just save your life!
skiing or simply enjoying a calm area to swim, your life jacket will
Life jackets should be in good condition, properly sized and properly
worn to ensure maximum effect. It only takes an adult an average of
60 seconds to drown and on average it takes 10 minutes for a strong
swimmer to put on a life jacket after entering the water.
2. Alcohol and water are a deadly combination,
reduces your ability to exercise good judgment and slows your
3. Drowning is a silent killer, learn to recognize the
signs of a drowning victim. An estimated 60% of all drownings are
witnessed, because people are unable to identify the four signs of
a drowning victim. Signs are head back (bobs up and down above/
below the surface), mouth open, no sound and arms outstretched
moving simultaneously in an above-the-water, up and down stroke
that appears as if they are slapping or playing in the water.
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retrieve them, the consequences could be fatal.
5. Finally, something many of us forget, is the sun.
While we all like to feel the warm sun on our skins when swimming,
be sure to utilize protection against sunburn. Small children are
especially vulnerable to sunburn. Utilize good quality sunscreen and
apply according to the directions.
Everyone loves to enjoy the lakes, we ask that you be safe,
and do your part to ensure that others are safe as well. Please be
careful in and around the water, and have a great summer!
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