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The state of Louisiana constructed two sand berms between 2010 and 2011 to protect the Chandeleur Islands as part of an emergency response plan to mitigate the effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Most of the sediment placed in the berms mimicked nearshore beneficial use of dredged material applications that are used for barrier island nourishment and restoration. A study found that sediment was transported onto existing island features or across the island into Chandeleur Sound. The build up and reinforcement of the island ensures its viability as wildlife habitat, making this an excellent example of working with natural processes to produce beneficial results. The effort to create the berms and evaluate them was a collaboration between multiple state and federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (U.S. Geological Survey photo by Karen Morgan) — News Releases | USACE News
USACE Engineering With Nature Initiative launches new network, partnership

'The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced a new partnership with the University of Georgia (UGA) to establish the Network for Engineering With Nature (N-EWN). N-EWN was developed to accelerate delivery of nature-based solutions and natural infrastructure in the public and private sectors...'

10/16/2020
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Hurricane Laura/Delta Information to apply to the Blue Roof Program

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249th Engineer Battalion	Civil Works Strategic Plan, 2014-2018	Civil Works Work Plan	Contract with the Corps
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FY18 and FY19 Emergency Supplementals	Jobs with the Corps	Port/Inland Waterways Modernization	Strategy
Publications	Recovery Act	Recreation	Regulatory (Permits)
Reserve Affairs-G3, MOB, & RC Manpower	Safety and Occupational Health	Safety and Health Requirements Manual 2014	Value Engineering
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Planting Trees

Volunteering with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers -- Army Corps of Engineers invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 26

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USACE Hurricane Laura/Delta Response

USACE Hurricane Laura/Delta Response

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First temporary ‘Blue Roof’ a success

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers contractors in Lake Charles, Louisiana, installed reinforced plastic sheeting today, Sept. 5, for the first home to benefit from Operation Blue Roof since Hurricane Laura. The program, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency, reduces further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made. This is a free service to homeowners. Parties affected by Hurricane Laura are encouraged to submit a Right-of-Entry application. To learn more about Operation Blue Roof and to apply, visit: https://www.usace.army.mil/BlueRoof/ (USACE Photos by Jessica Haas)

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Hydropower Agreement

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Department of Interior’s Bureau of Reclamation in signing an interagency memorandum of understanding today during a ceremony on National Hydropower Day. The agencies agree to collaborate on common issues and leverage resources to further the nation’s hydropower generation.

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The Corps Environment (August 2020)

This edition highlights supporting economic and environmentally sustainable solutions, in support of Environmental Operating Principle #3. Content features efforts from across the enterprise that are providing environmental and economic benefits across the nation.

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The 2019-2020 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Building Strong®: Serving the Nation and the Armed Forces digital publication is available online. It offers readers a comprehensive look at how USACE is serving the nation and the armed forces by Building Strong®.

The 2019-2020 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Building Strong®: Serving the Nation and the Armed Forces digital publication is available online. It offers readers a comprehensive look at how USACE is serving the nation and the armed forces by Building Strong®.

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Updated National Levee Database Now Available

“The National Levee Database is a public view into the information that builds understanding of the benefits and potential risks levees pose for the communities in which they exist,” said Eric C. Halpin, P.E., USACE deputy dam and levee safety officer.

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The Power of Recruiting, Training, and Retaining: Assembling the Best Workforce for FED

Historic wildfires test Corps’ Willamette Valley projects

Corps project helps improve Soldiers’ sleep

USACE Engineering With Nature Initiative launches new network, partnership

Work nears completion on Conway and Pope County Levee

USACE supports storm survivors with safe structures

Corps repurposes native willow for habitat improvement

Project Engineer Nicole Hill and Her Pet-Friendly Assignment

ERDC University’s virtual graduation honors district participants

Louisville, Buffalo teams receive national recognition for VA Canandaigua project

Monday primed for Portsmouth mosquito spraying

Louisville, Buffalo teams receive national recognition for VA Canandaigua project

Protecting fragile coasts and improving community resilience

ERDC to induct two to Distinguished Gallery

Gathright Dam’s third pulse release set for October 14

LA District teams up with California Guard for flood-control exercise

Remembering our Memphis District brothers and sister

U.S. Army Chief of Engineers Visits New York District

ERDC’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory builds Climatic Chamber Facility

District’s rapid response team helps extinguish coalmine fire in Washington state.

MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 20-66 Caution Advisory Extended I-30 Bridge NM 118.5

MKARNS - Mariners are advised that the scheduled completion date for the work(noted in Nav Notice SWL 20-44) on the left descending pier protection cell for the Interstate-30 Bridge at NM 118.5 in...

Road work at Cold Brook Recreation Area to cause intermittent closures

The. U.S Army Corps of Engineers has announced that road work at the entrance to the Cold Brook Recreation Area, in South Dakota, will cause restricted access and intermittent closures beginning Oct...

Winter changes to Lower Columbia River recreational lock schedule

Recreational boaters who need to move through the three lower Columbia River dams’ locks must do so during daylight hours, on request.This change began September 30 and will continue until May 15,...

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Operation Blue Roof Mobile Right of Entry Collection Unit at Stine Home & Yard

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District

Oct. 18, 2020 | 1:31

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Operation Blue Roof set up a mobile right of entry collection unit at a Stine Home & Yard store, Lake Charles, Louisiana, Oct. 19, 2020. Field Management System Data Manager Marc Gerald provides an overview of what the team is doing on the ground. (Video by Dr. Michael Izard-Carroll)