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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Mississippi Projects
Arkabutla Lake
Known for its large crappie, this project offers camping, swimming, and excellent sailing. Special events include the Fall Arts and Crafts Fair. From Memphis, TN, 12 miles S on I-55 to Hernando, MS, then 13 miles W on Scenic
Enid Lake
Just off I-55, this lake has a fishing pier for the handicapped below the dam and an equestrian trail in addition to its numerous campsites and day use facilities. From Memphis, TN, 56 miles S on I-55.
Grenada Lake
Features include a Civil War redoubt, tennis courts, fitness trail and visitor center. From Memphis, TN, 82 miles S on I-55 to Grenada 3 miles E on MS 8.
Okatibbee Lake
Irregular, wooded shoreline offers attractive recreation. A 5,000-acre managed hunting area is open to the public. From Meridian, 7 miles N on MS 19.
Sardis Lake
Has a large swimming beach and beach house, and a State Park with swimming pool, recreation hall and cabins. From Memphis, TN, 38 miles S on I-55 to Sardis, 7 miles E on MS 315.
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
This 234-mile system of locks and dams forms a chain of 10 lakes reaching from the Tennessee River in the north to Demopolis, AL, in the south. The "Teen Tom," offering excellent fishing, hunting, and lakeside recreation, is a scenic short cut to the Gulf of Mexico.
Bay SpringsLake and Divide Section/ Upper Canal Section. From Dennis, MS 4, W 5 miles to Bay Springs Visitor Center.
Lower Canal Section, Aberdeen and Columbus Lakes. From Columbus, Hwy 82, W to Waterway Management Center.
Aliceville Lake and Gainesville Lake. From Pickensville, AL 14, S 1 mile to Tom Bevill Visitor Center.
See Rock Island District - for more information on Mississippi projects.
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