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Welcome to Rathbun Lake

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Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Hours of Operation
Rathbun Project Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  We are closed on the holidays.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Rules & Regulations
The Rathbun Lake Project is regulated by Title 36 CFR 327 governing public use of Corps of Engineers water resources development projects. For a list of all rules and regulations please reference this link.

 

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Rathbun Lake boaters on the shoreline during a holiday weekend.
Rathbun Lake Office. Located at the south end of the dam. The front lobby is open 24 hours a day so visitors can get lake information.
Rathbun has two free Life Vest Loaner Board locations, one at Island View Dedication Site boat ramp and one at Bridge View boat ramp.
Birdwatchers can view Eagles and other migratory birds in the spring and fall at Rathbun Lake.
Hikers enjoying the trail at Honey Creek Resort State Park.
600 tractors crossed Rathbun Dam in June 2012 during the annual "Great Iowa Tractor Ride".
Rathbun Lake's 11,000 acres of water provide plenty of room for water sports.
Campers at Island View Park.
Kayaker on Rathbun lake at sunset.

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Contact Rathbun Lake

Rathbun Project Office
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
20112 Hwy J5T
Centerville, IA 52544

Phone: 641-647-2464
Fax: 641-647-2888

Email: Rathbun@usace.army.mil
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