Lake of the Ozarks
Enjoy and help maintain one of the largest man-made lakes in the world.
Things to Know Before You Go
Whether you're volunteering to clean up a shoreline, or you're headed to the lake for some relaxation, here are some important topics to be aware of.

Lake Level Reports

Stay up to date on lake news and access daily reports.

Shoreline Management

Find permitting info and more resources for safety at the lake. 
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Lake News and Shoreline Views
Every year, Ameren Missouri provides residents at the Lake of the Ozarks with Lake News and Shoreline Views. This newsletter provides important safety and contact information, as well as articles focused on life at Lake of the Ozarks. This archive is published as a direct result of customer feedback, with many residents saying they enjoy reading the issue each year and want to share information with family and friends. Information in archive issues should be considered current to the publication date, as guidelines and permitting conditions may have changed since publication.
Lake News Archives
Ways to Enjoy the Lake
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Overlook

Kiosks provide information about the Lake and Bagnell Dam. One of the original turbines used to power the dam's electric generators is also on display.
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Bagnell Dam

Ameren Missouri has developed a fish and bird observation area in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation. The area is located along a walkway leading to the Osage Energy Center's main office on the downstream side of the Bagnell Dam.
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Historic Willmore Lodge

Perched on a hillside north of Bagnell Dam, this historic 1930 house is one of the Lake's best free attractions. Enjoy an interactive museum on the Lake's history and natural resources. Ameren Missouri leases this property to the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce for use as a visitor center.
Contact Us
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Shoreline Management Office

Mailing Address: 3 Willmore Lane
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Phone: 573.365.9203
Email: Lake@ameren.com
Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monday-Friday (except holidays)

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Lake Level Information

Phone: 573.365.9205

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Lake and Shoreline Protection Hotline

Report problems or concerns affecting the Lake
Phone: 573.365.9203

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Electrical Connections & Services

Mailing Address: Ameren Missouri
984 Union Electric Road
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Phone: 800.552.7583

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US Army Corps of Engineers Permits

Mailing Address: Missouri State
Regulatory Office
515 East High Street Suite 202
Jefferson City, Missouri 65101
Phone: 573.634.2248
Email: Regulatory.MissouriState
@usace.army.mil

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No Wake Buoy Permits

Website: Missouri State Water Patrol
Phone 573.751.3313 Ex. 1036

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Water Safety Council

Website: Water Safety Council
Phone 573.346.2227