Wappapello Lake – Two wildlife refuges at Lake Wappapello have reopened following duck season.

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake has reopened the Asher Creek and Lost Creek Waterfowl Refuges to vehicle and boat traffic.

The gates at Warner Davis (Corps Road #9) and Lost Creek Low Water Bridge (Corps Road #8) in the Shook area and the gate on Corps Road #10 in the Davis Schoolhouse area are now open.  The “No Boat” buoys from Asher Creek, Lost Creek, and at Lost Creek Landing have been removed.

Wappapello Lake is currently at winter pool.  Boaters are advised to be aware of shallow water hazards such as stumps and shallow mud flats. 

Corps personnel recommend boaters follow the deeper waters of the river channel marked by mid-channel buoys and to prepared for emergencies and guard against hypothermia, a cold water hazard.  Visitors are advised to layer clothing and stay dry and out of the wind.  As with all boating excursions, boaters should leave leave a float plan with a friend or relative stating when you plan to leave and return, where you plan to go, and how many will be with you. 

Boaters should also check the weather forecast before getting underway and protect themselves by wearing a U. S. Coast Guard approved, properly fitted life jacket.