The spillway gates were closed in
1979 for this 55,600-acre lake in Missouri. With 958 miles of shoreline, it ranks second
largest and one of the areas most popular. This lake has 8,800 acres of standing timber to
provide great fishing for Bass and
Crappie, which brought this lake fame. This Lake hosts
numerous tournaments. Just a note when operating a boat on this lake be very cautious
for submerged logs and fences. Visitor will enjoy a state park and a Corps visitor
center at the dam. The areas offer beaches, boat ramps campgrounds and marinas. There are
many family resorts that provide access to the water. More lodging, dining, shopping and
services are in nearby Clinton, Osceola,
Warsaw, Windsor, and other towns. Surrounded by
rugged hills, bluffs and forests, Truman is truly a scenic lake. This
Lake stretches through the counties of Henry,
Benton and St.
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