Small day use area at Arkabutla Lake to reopen
Lake Staff and additional personnel are vigilantly monitoring the situation at Arkabutla Dam for any changes.
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Vicksburg District reminds visiting public to be weather aware this holiday weekend
With that in mind, USACE would like to remind visitors to be weather aware and take time to make preparations before leaving to visit our facilities.
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Arkabutla Dam 24-hour surveillance activated after heavy rainfall
Pool levels at Arkabutla Lake are expected to remain elevated for at least a month.
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Arkabutla Lake outage at Hernando Point
Camping reservations for the area have been closed for the next few days until repairs can be completed.
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Tentative plan identified for long-term solutions at Arkabutla Dam
A Dam Safety Modification Study (DSMS) to determine the best implementable long-term solution is ongoing and expected to be complete in the summer of 2025.
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Arkabutla Lake levels expected to surpass 220 feet as Spring flood season begins
The Corps has been maintaining the lake at approximately 204 feet to reduce pressure on the dam and to complete repairs.
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Arkabutla Dam emergency- lake levels to remain above 215 feet due to recent rains
Safety remains a top priority, and the USACE-MVK has increased surveillance at the dam.
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Arkabutla Lake Bald Eagle Survey
These surveys provide an opportunity for participants to assist in monitoring the status of Bald Eagle wintering populations and distribution data.
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Corps of Engineers announces changes in campground fees for North Mississippi reservoirs
On May 1, rates for all Class A campgrounds with full hookups (water, sewer, electric) will increase.
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Vicksburg District announces youth waterfowl hunt at Arkabutla Lake
These hunts will be open to youth 10 to 15 years of age. All youth hunters must be accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older
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