Kansas City District

UDPATE: Tuttle Creek and Milford lakes Water Control Manual public meeting rescheduled

Press Operations — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:44:00 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has rescheduled the Tuttle Creek and Milford lakes Water Control Manual joint public meeting scheduled for December 1, 2025, due to inclement weather. The meetings for Clinton and Perry lakes and Waverly are still scheduled, and the public is invited to attend. These meetings will provide an opportunity to learn about the array of alternatives developed to date and offer valuable feedback on the update process.

Public meetings to be held on Water Control Manual updates for Clinton, Milford, Perry and Tuttle Creek lakes

Press Operations — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:24:30 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites the public to attend a series of meetings to discuss updates to the Water Control Manuals for Clinton, Milford, Perry and Tuttle Creek lakes. These meetings will provide an opportunity to learn about the array of alternatives developed to date and offer valuable feedback on the update process. USACE is committed to transparency and collaboration throughout this process. These meetings are designed to explain the current status of the analysis and gather input from the public to ensure the updated manuals reflect the needs and concerns of the communities surrounding these important water resources.

Waterfowl Blind Drawing Cancelled at Kanopolis Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:30:00 GMT

The annual waterfowl blind drawing held by the Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Kanopolis Lake has been cancelled for 2025 due to constrained resources and variable water conditions relating to ongoing outlet construction.

Temporary recreation area closures and service reductions begin May 15 across Kansas City District, USACE

Press Operations — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:58:51 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close or reduce services at recreation areas across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa beginning May 15, 2025. USACE is currently managing seasonal staffing and resource limitations that affect its ability to safely open and maintain all recreation sites at normal levels of service. These temporary adjustments are being made at all 18 Kansas City District lakes to ensure visitor safety, protect environmental resources and sustain critical hydropower and dam operations.

Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 28

Press Operations — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:51:43 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, Sept. 28. The waiver does not apply to camping and camping-related services, or fees for specialized facilities such as group picnic shelters. Other agencies and partners that manage recreation areas located on USACE lands are encouraged, but not required, to comply with this waiver of day use fees in the areas they manage.

Updated hunting regulations in effect at Kansas lakes

Press Operations — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:42:00 GMT

To align with Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks public lands hunting regulations, an updated policy restricting certain hunting practices is in effect at Kansas lakes.

Construction of $9.25 million aquatic ecosystem restoration project commences at Harlan County Lake, Nebraska

Press Operations — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 15:32:15 GMT

Officials gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Harlan County Lake aquatic ecosystem restoration project at Harlan County Lake, Nebraska, on January 16, 2024. The project is a partnership between the Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. While pre-construction activities have been underway since December 2023, construction of the core project features began earlier this month.

Public comment period extended for the Kansas River Reservoir Flood and Sediment Study

Press Operations — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:39:58 GMT

The public comment period for the Kansas River Reservoir Flood and Sediment Study has been extended to December 29, 2023. Officials are hosting public meetings for the Kansas River Reservoir Flood and Sediment Study this month and will occur at locations throughout the basin. The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, along with the Kansas Water Office and Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, has prepared the Draft Watershed Study Report for the Kansas River Reservoirs Flood and Sediment Study.

Public meetings to be held for the Kansas River Reservoir Flood and Sediment Study

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:47:00 GMT

Officials are hosting public meetings for the Kansas River Reservoir Flood and Sediment Study, set to take place in November 2023, and will occur at locations throughout the basin. The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, along with the Kansas Water Office and Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, has prepared the Draft Watershed Study Report for the Kansas River Reservoirs Flood and Sediment Study.

Drought conditions at Tuttle Creek Reservoir result in reduced target flows at De Soto and Topeka

Press Operations — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:21:48 GMT

Continued drought conditions in the Kansas River basin will result in reduced target flows at De Soto, Kansas, and Topeka, Kansas, starting November 1, 2023. The Kansas River at De Soto, Kansas, flows will be reduced from 1,000 cubic feet per second to 800 cubic feet per second, and the Kansas River at Topeka, Kansas, flows will be reduced from 750 cubic feet per second to 600 cubic feet per second. These flow targets are met to maintain water quality on the Kansas River.

Fall release from Rathbun Lake to the Chariton River Basin not anticipated

Press Operations — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:30:07 GMT

Conditions are unfavorable for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct a fall release, also known as flushing flow releases, due to the current pool elevation of 903.4 feet at Rathbun Lake, which is more than half a foot below multipurpose level, as of September 19, 2023. Releases this fall are not anticipated.

Waterfront campsites at Wilson Lake will be closed Sept. 18-22 to allow for invasive species control

Press Operations — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:12:00 GMT

All waterfront campsites at Wilson Lake, near Sylvan Grove, Kansas, will be closed the week of Sept. 18-22 because a helicopter will be flying near the shorelines using an herbicide to help control phragmites. Campgrounds affected include Lucas Park, Minooka Park, Otoe State Park and Hell Creek State Park. Campsites that do not border the water are still available for camping.

Applications now open for waterfowl blind permits at Kanopolis Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 20:07:00 GMT

Online applications for the 2023 annual waterfowl blind permits at Kanopolis Lake, Marquette, Kansas, are now available. The permit application is now available online for applicants to fill out and submit. Applicants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for 12 waterfowl blind locations on Kanopolis Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land.

Meeting dates changed for the Draft Master Plan for Harry S. Truman Lake

Press Operations — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:03:00 GMT

The public meeting dates to discuss the Draft Master Plan for Harry S. Truman Lake have been rescheduled. The new dates for the meetings are as follows: • September 12, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Warsaw Community Building, 181 W. Harrison Street, Warsaw, MO 65355 • September 13, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lakeland R-3 School District, 12530 Lakeland School Drive, Deepwater, MO 64740 These meetings will be held as part of a 30-day review and comment period from the date the document is posted.

Custodians and park attendants are needed for Truman, Pomme de Terre and Stockton lakes

Press Operations — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:48:00 GMT

Harry S. Truman Dam & Reservoir, Pomme de Terre Lake and Stockton Lake are looking for Custodians, Park Attendants and/or Custodian/Park Attendants to fill the necessary and gratifying roles of cleaning and welcoming visitors to our parks and recreation areas.

USACE to hold public meetings for Draft Master Plan for Harry S. Truman Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 16:53:00 GMT

A draft Master Plan for Harry S. Truman Dam and Reservoir, with an Environmental Assessment and a Finding of No Significant Impact, has been prepared by the Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is ready for public review. These documents were prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act and existing USACE policy and regulations. The Master Plan is the strategic land use management document that guides the comprehensive management and development of all projects, recreational, natural and cultural resources throughout the life of the project. The Master Plan guides efficient and cost-effective management, development and use of project lands. It is a vital tool for the responsible stewardship and sustainability of project resources for the benefit of present and future generations.

USACE seeking public input on potential Rathbun Lake fall release

Press Operations — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 16:16:11 GMT

Let us know what you think about a potential Rathbun Lake, Iowa, fall release. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, is asking the public for input regarding the Rathbun Lake annual fall release by August 31, 2023.

Visitor Center operations at Truman Lake continue: Fridays through Sundays

Press Operations — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 17:36:24 GMT

The Harry S. Truman Lake Visitor Center continues to remain open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays through September 30, 2023, and there are no plans to close the visitor center. The visitor center also offers educational programs by appointment, including special events whenever feasible.

Smithville Lake to host annual managed deer hunt for individuals with ambulatory disabilities on Nov. 19 and 20

Press Operations — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:43:42 GMT

The annual managed deer hunt hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Smithville Lake for individuals with ambulatory disabilities will take place on Nov. 19 and 20, 2022. This event allows individuals with ambulatory disabilities the opportunity to hunt from wheelchair accessible hunting blinds at Smithville Lake.

Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24

Press Operations — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT