2027 Bridge and Dam

Sat, Apr 10, 2027, 3:30 AM CDT

Location: 24 Bagnell Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Type: Run

Race feel

Experience a scenic half marathon across the historic Bagnell Dam, celebrating its 13th year with a post-race party and community support.

Fun
Scenic
Festive
For a Cause

The Bridge and Dam Half Marathon returns for its 13th year, inviting runners to experience the historical Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark, Missouri. This event offers a certified half marathon course beginning at the scenic overlook. Participation supports several local charities, including Wonderland Camp and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Finishers receive custom medals and high-quality shirts, with a lively post-race party at Neon Taco.

What to expect

Run a certified half marathon course starting from the Bagnell Dam Scenic Overlook. Enjoy a lively post-race party at Neon Taco with food, drink, and an awards ceremony. Receive a high-quality race shirt and a custom finisher's medal.

Past race snapshot

What the field usually feels like

A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.

Result sample137 finishers

Past years for 13.1 Miles

Crowd

Small field

1 13.1 Miles finishers in 2026. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.

Typical finish

2:50:51

Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.

Competitive feel

Relaxed front

Past results suggest the front of the field is less intense than many races. Front-group read: 2:50:51.

People mix

Mixed field

Gender mix needs more complete rows before we summarize it.

Quick read

For the 13.1 Miles in 2026, this looks like a small field: 1 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 2:50:51. The quicker front of the field averaged about 2:50:51. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.

Show the year-by-year numbers

Distance	Year	Finishers	Typical	Average	Front 10%	Fastest M / W
13.1 Miles	2026	1	2:50:51	2:50:51	2:50:51	Not enough data / 2:50:51
13.1 Miles	2026	136	2:09:59	2:13:21	1:39:16	1:17:22 / 1:45:54

Last summary update: Apr 30, 2026

From the organizer

Lake of the Ozarks' Bridge and Dam is back for the lucky 13th year and it's going to keep getting bigger and better!

The 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon take place on the historical Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark, MO.

Brought to you by FundRuns and the Lake of the Ozarks Runners, Bridge and Dam will again benefit Wonderland Camp, Lake of the Ozarks Shrine Club, Lake Area Big Brothers Big Sisters and FundRuns/Lake of the Ozarks Runners

The certified half marathon course will return and all races will begin at the Bagnell Dam Scenic Overlook. Racers will be shuttled to the start line.

All runners registered before the cutoff will receive high-quality Bella Canvas race shirts and custom medals will be given to all finishers. Age group awards will be given in standard age groups.

The post-race party at Neon Taco returns in 2026! Food and drink will be available, along with an awards ceremony.

Thank you to our primary sponsors: