Lake Area Chamber Happenings

How much do you know about the Lake of the Ozarks and Lake Area Chamber ? This week we've dedicated our blog to a fun trivia game to test your knowledge of the area. Whether you are a life-long resident or visit The Lake area on a regular basis, we invite you to play along with our trivia blog! You never know.. you may learn something new to share with your friends and family as you're out exploring the beautiful area. LAKE OF THE OZARKS TRIVIA: 1. How far below the surface of the Lake of the Ozarks is Bagnell Dam, at it's lowest point? A) 300 feet B) 130 feet C) 250 feet D) 80 feet 2. There are over 900 of this around the Lake of the Ozarks. A) Lakefront homes B) Fishermen C) Docks D) Campground sites 3. From end to end, the Lake of the Ozarks is how long? A) 92 miles B) 124 miles C) 58 miles D) 77 miles 4. How did The Lake get the nickname "Magic Dragon"? A) The legend of a dragon who lived in the Bagnell Dam. B) The unique windin...

The Lake of the Ozarks is famous for being a popular tourist destination in the Midwest. It has been well known for many years, but since it was recently named the Best Recreational Lake in the Country, the Lake of the Ozarks has been gaining increasing fame and popularity. At the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce , we consider ourselves extremely fortunate to know and love this unique area as more than a summertime destination - it's our year-round home. This week, we wanted to take a moment to help you learn more about this great location we are privileged to call our home. Even if you have lived here your whole life, you might be surprised to learn some of these interesting facts! Fun Facts About The Lake Of The Ozarks 1.   Bagnell Dam was built from 1929-1931. It was a beacon of light during the Great Depression, providing thousands of jobs to workers in the region. 2.   At the time that the Lake of the Ozarks was completed in 1931, it was the largest man-made lake ...