Lake Area Chamber Happenings

The Lake of the Ozarks is a popular destination for tourists. Families come from all over for summer vacations. As the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce , we want to help share some fun facts about the awesome area we get to call home! Check them out: 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 in the United States. 3. Every year between Memorial Day and Labor Day, approximately 3.5 million tourists will visit the Lake of the Ozarks. 4. The Lake of the Ozarks earned its nickname "The Magic Dragon" because of its serpentine shape. 5. From end to end, the Lake of the Ozarks spans 92 miles. 6. There are over 1,100 miles of shoreline along the Lake of the Ozarks. This is longer than the coastline of the state of California. 7. The Lake of the Ozarks contains approxim...

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 ...