WARSAW, Mo.— The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is urging all visitors to Harry S. Truman Lake to exercise caution while water levels are high. Campers and boaters visiting park areas should be aware that certain amenities may be closed to the public for their protection, including the roadway across the dam.
Boaters should be aware that with the higher water conditions, objects normally out of the water are now submerged and difficult to see. Also be aware of increased floating drift and debris.
When boating near the shore and in coves, go slow and be extra cautious to avoid underwater obstacles such as sign posts, picnic tables, trees, stumps and other obstructions that are normally on dry ground. Be sure to have an observer in your boat when possible, slow down, and always wear your life jacket. Use extreme caution when boating at night, as obstructions such as floating debris are even more difficult to see at night.
The only Corps boat ramp open at this time is Berry Bend High Water Ramp. Thibaut Point Campground is partially open; all other Corps campgrounds are closed. Cooper Creek ATV Area and all Corps swimming beaches will remain closed until further notice. The East Bledsoe Ferry Park, including the boat ramp, closed today.
The roadway across Truman Dam will be closed until further notice.
Please contact individual marinas, as well as Harry S. Truman State Park, for information on availability of their facilities.
For more information, contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Harry S. Truman Lake at (660) 438-7317, ext. 1.
Release no. 19-029