Bagnell Dam

Bagnell Dam is a large concrete structure built across the Osage River in Missouri, completed in 1931. It functions as a hydroelectric dam, generating electricity by harnessing the river’s flow. The dam also creates Lake of the Ozarks, a reservoir used for flood control, recreation, and water supply. Its construction boosted local development and communication, including a power line connecting Missouri and Arkansas. Bagnell Dam remains an important source of renewable energy and a notable engineering landmark, supporting economic growth and environmental management in the region.