Missouri has 865,231 registered boats — one of the highest totals in the US and a number that surprises most people for a landlocked state. Lake of the Ozarks alone sees 50,000 boats on the water simultaneously on summer weekends, with 1,100 miles of shoreline and around 25,000 private docks.
Every body of water in Missouri is freshwater. Parts pulled from Missouri yards carry the same low-corrosion advantage as Michigan or Minnesota — mechanical and electrical components from Missouri donor boats are generally in better condition than equivalent parts from Florida or California saltwater yards. You can also browse the Boat Salvage Yards Directory to find marine recyclers across the United States.
Missouri Boat Salvage Yards — Quick List
| Yard | Location | Phone | Specialty | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D&F Marine Salvage | Saint James | 573-265-1425 | Outboard motors, Outboard Jet parts, eBay | Outboard specialist |
| US Boatworks & Salvage | Kansas City KS | 913-342-0011 | Lower units, NLA parts, 1M+ inventory | Remanufactured parts dealer |
| F&A Marine LLC | Camdenton | 573-346-4556 | Sterndrives, inboards, all brands, insurance work | Full salvage yard + repair |
1. D&F Marine Salvage and Service — Saint James, MO
Address: 20045 Highway 8, Saint James, MO 65559
Phone: 573-265-1425 (shop) / 573-529-3849 (cell)
Email: [email protected]
Website: dandfmarine.com
eBay: ebay.com/str/dfmarinesalvage
Hours: Opens 9:00am — call ahead to confirm current days
D&F Marine is a family-owned outboard motor salvage and service operation in south-central Missouri, built from a single-garage hobby repair shop in 2006 into one of the most active outboard parts sources in the Midwest. Owner Dave Parrott specialises in outboard motor components and serves customers locally and nationally — the eBay store has over 8,300 completed transactions at 99.7% positive feedback.
D&F is the primary Missouri source for Outboard Jet parts — the jet pump units used on shallow-water rivers and lake boats — and carries a Tohatsu outboard dealership alongside the salvage operation. The shop actively acquires inventory by travelling Missouri and surrounding states to buy out liquidating dealers and collections, which keeps the parts stock broad. All parts are freshwater-sourced from Missouri Ozarks region boats.
For Missouri river boaters (Meramec, Gasconade, Ozarks rivers) and Lake of the Ozarks owners sourcing outboard components, D&F is worth checking before ordering new. The eBay store is searchable by motor brand and year; for specific parts, calling or emailing directly gets a faster answer than browsing listings.
2. US Boatworks & Salvage — Kansas City, KS
Address: 930 Osage Ave, Kansas City, KS 66105
Phone: 913-342-0011
Email: [email protected]
Website: boatengine.com
Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm; Sat 9:00am–12:00pm (Mar–Oct only)
US Boatworks is located in Kansas City, Kansas — one mile from the Missouri state line — and explicitly serves Missouri lake boaters across the full Kansas City metro area including Smithville Lake, Lake Lotawana, Lake Weatherby, Lake Quivira, and Clinton Lake. Founded in 1984 and now in its second generation of ownership, the operation holds one of the largest marine parts inventories in the US, with over one million parts in stock covering new, used, salvage, and NLA (no longer available) components from the 1950s to present.
The core speciality is remanufactured lower units and gearcases — OMC outdrives, Mercruiser outdrives, Mercury lower units, Volvo sterndrive gearcases, and upper unit assemblies. Brands covered include Mercury, Mercruiser, Evinrude, Johnson, OMC, and Volvo Penta. Certified mechanics are available for repairs, and the business explicitly welcomes do-it-yourself customers who want to buy parts and fit them independently.
For Kansas City-area Missouri boaters sourcing NLA parts or remanufactured lower units, US Boatworks is the most practical local option. Customers consistently cite the staff’s ability to identify hard-to-find parts by phone as a distinguishing strength.
3. F&A Marine LLC — Camdenton, MO
Address: 620 Keystone Industrial Park, Camdenton, MO 65020
Phone: 573-346-4556
Website: fnamarine.com
Hours: Call ahead to confirm
F&A Marine is the primary boat salvage operation serving Lake of the Ozarks, operating from Camdenton since 1990. The yard buys and sells wrecked boats regardless of condition — insurance write-offs, storm-damaged boats, repossessions, and private disposals — and carries used parts across all major inboard, sterndrive, and outboard brands.
The inventory covers Mercury, Evinrude, Johnson, Force, OMC, MerCruiser, Volvo Penta, Yamaha, and Suzuki Marine. The yard handles full service repairs alongside parts sales, with factory-trained technicians on site for powerhead rebuilds, lower unit rebuilds, and engine repowers. Trade-ins are accepted and worldwide shipping is available for smaller components. F&A is also an authorised Outboard Jet dealer — a useful combination for Missouri river and shallow-water boaters.
For Lake of the Ozarks boaters, F&A Marine is the first call for sterndrive and inboard components. Camdenton sits on Highway 54, the main artery serving the lake market, and the yard draws buyers from across the Ozarks region.
Types of Boat Salvage Sources in Missouri
Full salvage yards with repair capability — Operations that buy wrecked boats, dismantle them, and sell components alongside a service workshop. F&A Marine in Camdenton is Missouri’s primary example, serving the Lake of the Ozarks market with a full-service repair centre attached.
Outboard motor salvage specialists — Operations focused on outboard motor components with strong eBay presence. D&F Marine in Saint James operates this way, with an online-first model and active nationwide shipping. Most suitable when you know the specific part you need and can search by motor model.
Remanufactured parts dealers — Operations specialising in rebuilt and remanufactured drivetrain components. US Boatworks in Kansas City KS covers the western Missouri market with one of the largest lower unit and sterndrive inventories in the country.
Boat removal and disposal contractors — Covered separately in the boat removal section below.
Best Areas in Missouri to Find Used Boat Parts
Lake of the Ozarks — Camdenton / Osage Beach — F&A Marine in Camdenton is the anchor salvage source for the largest recreational boating lake in Missouri. The LOTO corridor from Lake Ozark to Camdenton has the highest concentration of marine businesses in the state.
South-central Missouri — Saint James / Rolla corridor — D&F Marine in Saint James sits on I-44, accessible from both St. Louis and Springfield. The Ozarks rivers community (Meramec, Gasconade, Niangua) generates steady outboard motor salvage inventory for the operation.
Kansas City metro — US Boatworks in Kansas City KS is the most established parts dealer for the western Missouri market, covering all lakes within the KC metro area. One mile from the Missouri border with full walk-in and online ordering.
St. Louis metro — No dedicated marine salvage yard was found operating in the St. Louis area at the time of research. Missouri boaters in the St. Louis region are best served by D&F Marine online, or by US Boatworks for drivetrain components.
Branson / Table Rock Lake / Springfield — No active dedicated salvage yard confirmed in southwest Missouri at the time of research. The Springfield marine repair market exists but no parts salvage operation with verified current status was identified.
When to Use a Missouri Boat Salvage Yard
- When replacing a sterndrive outdrive, gimbal housing, or trim assembly on a Lake of the Ozarks powerboat
- When sourcing outboard motor parts for an Evinrude, Johnson, Mercury, or Yamaha and OEM pricing is prohibitive
- When a repower project requires a compatible used or remanufactured lower unit
- When sourcing Outboard Jet pump components for a Missouri river or shallow-water boat
- When a no-longer-available part is needed for an older motor from the 1950s to 1990s
- When a derelict or unwanted boat needs to be removed from a property or waterway responsibly
Tips for Buying Used Boat Parts in Missouri
- All Missouri parts are freshwater — Inspect carefully but expect significantly better mechanical condition than equivalent parts from saltwater states. Corrosion on electrical connectors and metal components is far less of a concern than in Florida or California.
- Call F&A Marine for LOTO sterndrives — The Camdenton yard is the deepest source for Lake of the Ozarks-area sterndrive and inboard components. Call 573-346-4556 to confirm availability before driving.
- Search D&F’s eBay store first — The online inventory is searchable by motor brand, year, and part type. For outboard components, this is faster than calling around. If a specific part isn’t listed, email [email protected] with the motor details.
- US Boatworks for NLA parts — If a part is no longer manufactured and you’re in the Kansas City area, US Boatworks is the most likely place to find it in Missouri. Their inventory goes back to the 1950s.
- Bring exact part numbers — All three Missouri operations work faster with a specific motor model, year, horsepower, and serial number rather than a general description. NLA part numbers are particularly important at US Boatworks.
- Peak season is April–September — Missouri’s salvage yard activity peaks with the boating season. For parts needed before Memorial Day weekend, call ahead in March or April rather than waiting until the season is underway.
Yards No Longer Operating in Missouri
The Lake of the Ozarks salvage market has contracted since the early 2000s. Forum posts from that period mention at least two physical walk-in yards in the LOTO area that no longer appear to be operating.
Yard off O-Road, Laurie (unnamed) — A yard referenced in boating forums around 2007 as operating off Highway 5 toward Millstone Lodge in Laurie, specialising in older inboard/outboard boats. No current trace of this operation.
Hurricane Deck bridge area yard — A second LOTO-area operation mentioned in the same 2007 discussions, located near Hurricane Deck bridge off Highway 5 with a focus on older outboard equipment. No current identification or contact details found.
Both operations were active in the mid-2000s when the LOTO salvage market was larger. F&A Marine in Camdenton is the surviving operation from that era.
Boat Removal Services in Missouri
If you need a boat removed rather than parts sourced:
Boat Remover operates Missouri statewide, serving St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, and all waterways including Lake of the Ozarks. Phone: 800-851-7410. Website: boatremover.com/locations/missouri
Boat Removal Dispatch covers all major Missouri waterways including the full Lake of the Ozarks community (Camdenton, Osage Beach, Lake Ozark, Laurie, Linn Creek). Local Laurie area line: 573-763-4020. Website: boatremovaldispatch.com
For charitable donation with a potential tax deduction, Boats with Causes accepts Missouri vessels statewide with free pickup: 888-228-7320 / boatswithcauses.org
Nearby States with More Boat Salvage Yards
If you can’t find what you need in Missouri, neighbouring states offer additional options. Michigan has the deepest freshwater sterndrive salvage market in the US — Checker Marine’s 12-acre self-serve lot and Pine Lake Parts’ 17,000+ online listings both ship nationally. Minnesota covers the upper Midwest outboard market with freshwater parts in excellent condition. For Gulf Coast and saltwater parts, Texas has a dense network of marine recyclers serving the southern boating market.
