Lake Wappapello
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| Lake Wappapello | |
|---|---|
| Location | Missouri |
| Lake type | reservoir |
| Primary inflows | St. Francois River |
| Primary outflows | St. Francois River |
| Basin countries | United States |
Lake Wappapello is a man-made lake on the St. Francois River. Created in 1941, this 45,000 acre lake is located 120 miles 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.
