Headquarters U.S. Army Corps of Engineers News Releases

Col. Brendan “Mac” McEvoy assumes command of USACE Portland District

Press Operations — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:25:24 GMT

Army Col. Brendan John “Mac” McEvoy became the 65th commander of the Portland District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, during a change-of-command ceremony at the district’s downtown headquarters today.

USACE Walla Walla District welcomes new commander

Press Operations — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

WALLA WALLA, Wash. – Lt. Col. Kathryn A. Werback relinquished command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, to Lt. Col. Douglas D. Droesch, during a change of command ceremony held in Walla Walla, Washington, July 15.

During historically dry year, USACE to hold virtual public meeting about Lost Creek, Applegate reservoir levels

Press Operations — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:52:31 GMT

Army water managers will hold a virtual public information meeting July 22 to discuss historically low water levels and the summer forecast for the Rogue River Basin.

USACE to discuss low Willamette Valley reservoir levels at virtual public meeting

Press Operations — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:43:00 GMT

Water managers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will hold a virtual public information meeting July 23 to share the latest summer water forecast and discuss ongoing drought conditions across the Willamette Valley’s 13 federal reservoirs.

Six Senior Tech Leaders Join USACE to Enhance Enterprise IT Capabilities

Press Operations — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), whose mission is to deliver vital engineering solutions in support of our nation, is pleased to announce six significant senior IT leader appointments for the USACE CIO/G-6.

USACE Issues Permit for Construction of Road Aimed to Service King Cove, Alaska

Press Operations — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:34:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Alaska District provided the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities with a signed Department of Army permit on Thursday, which authorizes construction of a new 18.9-mile-long road.

USACE urges boating safety near dams

Press Operations — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:55:00 GMT

WALLA WALLA, Wash. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District reminds boaters to stay clear of boat restricted zones near dams after a disabled recreational boat drifted into the restricted area near McNary Lock and Dam on Monday, July 6.

Louisiana and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Announce Historic Alliance to Fast-Track Louisiana Infrastructure Following Summit at Sea Level

Press Operations — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In a display of intergovernmental unity, the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA), the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have agreed to a joint commitment to overhaul bureaucratic processes and accelerate coastal resilience efforts.

USACE to treat Osprey Point for invasive flowering rush

Press Operations — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:03:18 GMT

PASCO, Wash. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District will treat invasive flowering rush at Osprey Point in Pasco, Washington, using the herbicide Aquastrike (active ingredients: Diquat and Endothall).

Below-average runoff leads to reduced navigation flow support and shortened season

Press Operations — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:09:51 GMT

June runoff in the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa was 2.9 million acre-feet, 52% of average. The updated 2026 calendar year runoff forecast for the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa, continues to be below average.

Public crossing at Lower Monumental Lock and Dam closed starting July 13

Press Operations — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:55:11 GMT

KAHLOTUS, Wash. – The public crossing at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lower Monumental Lock and Dam will be closed July 13 through July 23.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of America’s 250th birthday celebration

Press Operations — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:39:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of America’s 250th birthday celebration

Press Operations — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:08:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,800 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in support of America’s 250th birthday celebration, July 3-5.

USACE Announces Operational Updates for Willamette Valley Dams

Press Operations — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:32:45 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, has finalized its plan for operating the Willamette Valley’s 13 federal dams by executing a Record of Decision (ROD).

J. Strom Thurmond Hurricane Helene Debris Mission, 2025 "Restoring Thurmond: Success Forged Through Trials and Tribulations"

Press Operations — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:44:32 GMT

The J. Strom Thurmond Lake Project experienced extensive damage to all 51 USACE operated recreation areas as a result of Hurricane Helene's movement through the area in September 2025, including what was originally estimated to be 500,000 cubic yards of vegetative debris such as hazardous trees and stumps. This brought the recreation mission at the project to an almost complete stop for the 2025 recreation season.

Garrison Dam spillway flow test scheduled for late June

Press Operations — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:56:26 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will conduct a planned flow test of the Garrison Dam spillway on or around June 24, 2026, as part of ongoing investigations related to the spillway modification project.

Upcoming Tuttle Creek WID Summer Session

Press Operations — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:00:51 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the Kansas Water Office, is advising the public that Water Injection Dredging is happening at Tuttle Creek Lake for the Water Injection Dredging Demonstration.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces beach closures at Pomona Lake due to toxic algae bloom

Press Operations — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:50:00 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – June 18, 2026 – The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is actively responding to a toxic blue-green algae bloom at Pomona Lake in Osage County, Kansas.

Step into the fascinating world of Pacific lamprey June 24 at Bonneville Dam for Lampreypalooza

Press Operations — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:50:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission invite the public to Lampreypalooza for a day of science, storytelling, and up-close encounters with one of the Northwest’s most ancient and culturally significant native fish.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin Ediz Hook beach nourishment July 16

Press Operations — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:21:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will oversee placement of beach fill nourishment material on the seaward side of the Ediz Hook armor stone revetment in Port Angeles, Wash., starting as early as July 16.