What dam makes the Lake of the Ozarks?
The Bagnell Dam
The Bagnell Dam holds back water from the Osage River, to create the Lake of the Ozarks. The stored water serves as fuel for the Osage Energy Center, that produces more than 500 million kilowatt hours of electricity. That’s enough to supply the needs of nearly 42,000 households.
Where can I see Bagnell Dam?
Bagnell Dam Access
- 10.0.
- Immediately north of the Osage River Bridge on Highway 54, take the Osage River Bridge Road west approximately 0.40 mile to the access. Bagnell Dam Access is at the base of Bagnell Dam on the Osage River.
- (573) 346-2210.
Can you walk on Bagnell Dam?
You can park for free and walk across the bridge/dam.
Why is it called Bagnell Dam?
The dam is named for the nearby town of Bagnell, Missouri, which was named for William Bagnell, who platted the town in 1883.
Where is the strip in the Ozarks?
The Strip is actually known as the Bagnell Dam Strip. This strip is located just south of the Bagnell Dam and hosts a large load of restaurants, bars, and shopping stores for you to choose from.
How do I get to Bagnell Dam?
You cannot tour the dam The tour of bagnell dam has not been available for several years according to locals.
Is Bagnell Dam still closed?
The road over Bagnell Dam was closed from September 2021 until April 29, 2022. MoDOT officials say this work would be the final step of the project.
Is Bagnell Dam Strip open?
The Bagnell Dam strip is open.
Is Bagnell Dam closed?
Where is the Bagnell Dam located in Missouri?
/ 38.20222°N 92.62694°W / 38.20222; -92.62694 Bagnell Dam (informally, the Osage Dam) impounds the Osage River in the U.S. state of Missouri, creating the Lake of the Ozarks. The dam is located in the city of Lakeside in Miller County, near the Camden-Miller County line.
What is the purpose of the Bagnell Dam?
The Bagnell Dam holds back water from the Osage River to create the lake. This stored water serves as “fuel” for the Osage Energy Center, located inside the dam.
Can you ride a bicycle on the Bagnell Dam Road?
Bagnell Dam Access is at the base of Bagnell Dam on the Osage River. Unless otherwise posted, bicycles, including electric bicycles as defined in the Missouri Wildlife Code, are allowed on roads open to vehicular traffic and service roads (designated in the online conservation atlas).