MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop H - 3525 North Belt, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506

NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Shane M. Hux
H62724
(816) 387-2345 ext. 3847
June 27, 2024


EMPHASIS: Update To Restrictions On Boat Operations On Big Lake

*Update* Effective July 11, 2024, the restriction to no wake/idle speed on Big Lake has been lifted.

Captain Shawn P. Skoglund, commanding officer of Troop H, St. Joseph, Missouri, announces a temporary restriction for boaters on Big Lake in Holt County, Missouri. Boat operation on Big Lake will be restricted to no wake/idle speed to prevent property damage from flooding. This temporary restriction is effective immediately and will remain in effect until there is no longer a threat to property from flooding. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is hiring! The Patrol offers over 60 career paths. For all current openings, visit https://bit.ly/MSHPCareers or to apply for trooper or commercial vehicle officer positions, visit www.joinmshp.us to apply today. Follow the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop H on X @MSHPTROOPERH.
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