The City of Kirksville would like to notify citizens that they are not permitted to pump water from Forest Lake. As part of drought relief operations in the state, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources incorrectly listed Forest Lake as a body of water that farmers could pump from. Forest Lake is owned by the City and is a drinking water source, therefore we do not allow anyone to pump water from the lake for any use. DNR has issued a correction, and City staff will be adding signage around the lake to communicate that. Correct water access areas can be found at mostateparks.com/drought. For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 660.627.1291.