Lake Wappapello

Lake Wappapello

Infobox lake
lake_name = Lake Wappapello
image_lake = Wappapello Lake Missouri.jpg
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location = Missouri
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type = reservoir
inflow = St. Francis River
outflow = St. Francis River
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basin_countries = United States
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Lake Wappapello is a man-made lake on the St. Francis River. Created in 1941, this convert|45000|acre|km2|sing=on lake is located convert|120|mi|km south of St. Louis. It primary purpose is flood control though it has evolved into a recreational area with ample opportunities to boat, fish, swim or camp.

External links

* [http://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Wappapello/ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Lake Wallapello]


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