Triva About Your Favorite Missouri Lake

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 winding shape
C) A local man who helped to design the lake was named Dragon.
D) The sound cars make as they travel over the Bagnell Dam

5. About how many boaters are on the water on a holiday weekend?

A) 10,000
B) 7,000
C) 900
D) 15,000

6. How many gallons of water does the Lake of the Ozarks hold?

A) 780 million
B) 900 billion
C) 640 billion
D) 430 million

7. When was the Lake of the Ozarks the largest man-made lake in the United States?

A) It still is
B) When it was built
C) Up until 2015
D) It has never been the largest man-made lake

BONUS QUESTION - How many members are in the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce?

A) More than 300
B) Less than 200
C) More than 500
D) Less than 400


ANSWERS:


Question 1 - B) 130 feet
Question 2 - D) Campground sites
Question 3 - A) 92 miles
Question 4 - B) It's unique winding shape
Question 5 - A) 10,000
Question 6 - C) 640 billion
Question 7 - B) When it was built
BONUS - C) More than 500


How did you do? Whether you blew it out of the water or need to improve on your Lake of the Ozarks knowledge, it's always fun to learn more about the beautiful area in which we get to enjoy. If you are interested in improving your Lake of the Ozarks knowledge, be sure to visit Willmore Lodge near Bagnell Dam.

While you're here, we'd like to talk to you about growing your business with the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. With a number of benefits readily available for all chamber members, you can take advantage of our great offerings. In the mean time, you can visit our new website to learn more about what we can offer whether you're starting a new business at the Lake of the Ozarks or are interested in growing your existing venture.

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