Mississippi Lock and Dam No. 1

Fun fishing spot I've been going to for ages with my dad and brother - the island is fun to explore - you'll find crazy things! Lots of sheepies (sheep-head) but also pike, muskie, and bass!

Ring the bell if you don't have a radio , and they'll open it right up for your craft. Also, ask for a line and they'll throw one way and be sure to tie or hang on at the center or your boat!

The 1st facility opened in 1917. In 2007 the gates were adjusted to lower the water level of the Mississippi by 2 ft to assist in the recovery efforts of the victims of the I-35W bridge collapse.

The Winchell rustic trail ia a much better walk than the regular walk-bike path along River Road .

The view is breath taking watching the small boats & ships go through the locks

Lots of giant fish in the cove by the dams .

Invented by the ingenious Henry Ford

Go to observation deck-peregrine falcon nesting box