News Releases

USACE to host Boise River Flood Risk Management Information session at Lucky Peak Dam

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:52:12 GMT

BOISE, Idaho — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, invites members of the public and media to attend an informational event at Lucky Peak Dam to learn how the Boise River system helps reduce flood risk for communities across the Treasure Valley. The event will take place at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, at the Lucky Peak Dam Viewpoint site, ahead of Idaho’s Flood Awareness Week, observed March 15-21.

Volunteers Needed for Fish Habitat Improvement Projects at Carlyle Lake

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:20:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the Carlyle Lake Education Habitat and Preservation (CLEHP) group and community volunteers, will host two volunteer workdays in March to improve fish habitat and enhance fisheries at Carlyle Lake.

Army engineers complete review, move pump station plan forward

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:34:02 GMT

Army engineers complete a required environmental review for upgrading a pump station in Charleston that will help reduce flooding in the Medical District. Last week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) determined the project would not have significant environmental impacts, clearing an important milestone so the City of Charleston and USACE can continue advancing the pump station rehabilitation.

Applications open for 36th annual Lake Shelbyville Deer Hunt for Disabled Hunters and Wounded Warriors

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:27:45 GMT

The 36th Annual Deer Hunt for People with Disabilities, hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Wolf Creek State Park will be held Nov.20 through Nov. 22, 2026. Applications are available at the Lake Shelbyville Project Office, online at http://tinyurl.com/LakeShelbyville-Hunting, or by mail by contacting the Environmental Stewardship Department at 217-774-3951, ext. 7049.

Russell Dam Overlook Road closure supports Lake Russell Hustle 5K race

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:01:36 GMT

Elberton, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Richard B. Russell Dam and Lake Project, in coordination with the Lake Russell Hustle organizers, will close the Russel Dam Overlook Road for 24 hours beginning at 2 p.m. March 13, 2026, for the 5K race taking place March 14.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awards Grays Harbor North Jetty major maintenance contract

Press Operations — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:26:02 GMT

USACE awards $30 million contract to repair North Jetty at the entrance of Grays Harbor, Grays Harbor County, Washington. The repair project focuses on sections of the jetty that have sustained significant damage over time. This federal navigation channel is a critical component for commerce in the region; repairing North Jetty is a vital investment in the community's economic health.

USACE Wilmington District to Host Public Scoping Meeting for Proposed Water Supply Reallocation at John H. Kerr Reservoir

Press Operations — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:02:11 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Wilmington District, is initiating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process to evaluate a proposed water supply storage reallocation from the John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir.

Rio Rancho Fire Rescue to hold boat training at Cochiti Lake

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:24:00 GMT

Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue will be conducting on-the-water boat training at Cochiti Lake, N.M., March 11-13, 2026. While much of the training involves slower maneuvers, RRFR will also be conducting high speed maneuvers that will break the “no-wake” rule for Cochiti Lake.

Dry outlook persists for Missouri River despite early spring runoff; Navigation support to begin mid-March

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:48:49 GMT

Warm February temperatures triggered early snowmelt and runoff in the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa, but the overall 2026 runoff forecast remains well below average. February runoff was 1.3 million acre-feet, 113% of average. Despite this above average runoff in the Garrison, Oahe, and Gavins Point reaches, the full-year runoff forecast above Sioux City, Iowa is 20.6 MAF, 80% of average.

Jacksonville District to begin dredging at Palm Beach Harbor in support of Mid-Town Beach renourishment

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:51:26 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District will begin dredging at Palm Beach Harbor for the upcoming Federal beach renourishment project on the Mid-Town Segment of the Town of Palm Beach.

Army Corps shares details on road closure at Francis E. Walter Dam

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:26 GMT

WHITE HAVEN, PA – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District announced that approximately 2.5 miles of the Francis E. Walter Dam Road on the Route 940 side of the dam will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 9, 2026.

Groundbreakings, ribbon cutting indicate progress on eastern Arkansas groundwater, flood protection initiatives

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:50:31 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Memphis District marked three major infrastructure milestones in eastern Arkansas yesterday, Mar. 3, 2026. The events included groundbreaking ceremonies for the Grand Prairie Region Project and the Bayou Meto Basin Project and a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the successful installation of three new gearboxes at Graham Burke Pumping Station. All three achievements reflect significant advances in safeguarding Arkansas's water resources and the communities that rely on these critical water supplies.

MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 26-12 Lock 2 Tow Haulage Return to Service

Press Operations — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:16:42 GMT

The tow haulage equipment at Lock No. 2 (NM 13.3) has been repaired and returned to service.

Army Corps to present at Wayne County Commissioners public meeting on Jadwin Dam Master Plan revision

Press Operations — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:54:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will present at the Wayne County Commissioners working session on March 10, 2026, to kick off a process to revise the 1959 General Edgar Jadwin Dam Master Plan (originally titled Dyberry Reservoir).

Enhanced Spatial Resolution of Landsat Imagery Through Systematic Sensor Offset Exploitation: A Blended Pansharpening Approach

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:20:00 GMT

Purpose: This technical note presents a novel blended pansharpening methodology that exploits the systematic 7.5-meter (m) geometric offset between Landsat multispectral (MS) and panchromatic (pan) sensors to achieve selective spatial enhancement beyond conventional 15 m resolution limits. The approach creates a variable resolution product with an effective resolution of approximately 11.25 m and demonstrates superior spatial detail preservation in urban infrastructure while maintaining perfect spectral integrity.

The Use of Nitrocellulose Production Waste for Energy Generation

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:18:00 GMT

Abstract: The US Army Engineer Research and Development Center investigated the use of nitrocellulose (NC) fines, an ammunition waste, for energy generation. NC is a natural high polymer obtained from treating cotton or wool with nitric and sulfuric acid. It is widely used in the industry, with military applications being the largest use currently. Since military applications range from bullet propellants to missiles for tube munitions, large quantities must be produced to meet the demand. However, large NC production batches result in large quantities of NC fines waste, generated in the form of insoluble fibers in suspension in wastewater after manufacturing. Hence, a method to reuse this generated waste and convert it into energy was tested. This study evaluated the potential of creating energy from NC waste through hydrothermal liquefaction and gasification of NC, yielding methane (CH4) as the final product. Results demonstrated that the CH4 concentrations increased as the temperature, reaction time, and catalyst addition were increased, yielding a maximum concentration of 2,000 ppm (6,400 peak area of the chromatograph). The homogenous catalyst performed better than the heterogenous catalyst, since it increased the CH4 yield up to 6 times the concentration obtained with no catalyst added.

Overview of PFAS in Aquatic Environments

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:16:00 GMT

Abstract: PFAS are highly stable fluorinated compounds with unique properties and are used in a broad array of industrial processes and commercial products. PFAS are extremely recalcitrant and are widespread in the environment, with measurable concentrations in soils, sediments, groundwater, surface water, and rainwater, even at sites far removed from known sources or releases. Select PFAS (especially longer-chain perfluorinated carboxylic and sulfonic acids) are known to bioaccumulate in aquatic food webs, presenting potential risk to higher trophic species, including hu-mans. Evidence suggests sediment serves as a repository and potential ongoing source for many of these long-chain PFAS. The global presence and persistence of PFAS pose a fundamental challenge to addressing potential effects on environmental quality and health. The public and policymakers are increasingly concerned about the potential presence and effects of PFAS in water and sediments. This concern includes knowledge gaps for dredged material management, posing challenges to execution of the US Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works navigation program. This document provides a comprehensive review of PFAS in the aquatic environment based on published studies and includes overviews of chemical classifications, regulatory considerations, historical uses and sources, environmental distribution, fate and transport pathways, and uptake and effects in aquatic organisms.

Temporary full road closure scheduled for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:02:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. March 10 through March 12, and March 18 through March 19, 2026, for conduit maintenance on the dam.

UPDATED: Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works announces “Build Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” transformation initiative for the Army’s Civil Works program

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:58:46 GMT

On February 23, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program.

Second pilot project for innovative Water Injection Dredging set to begin at Tuttle Creek Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:34:00 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the Kansas Water Office, is pleased to announce the start of the second demonstration period for the innovative Water Injection Dredging project at Tuttle Creek Lake. The second demonstration period will take place from March 17-27, 2026, providing a real-world assessment of Water Injection Dredging's effectiveness in sedimentation management within inland reservoirs. This pioneering project aims to evaluate Water Injection Dredging (WID) as a potential alternative to traditional mechanical dredging. WID uses a controlled injection of water, under pressure, to loosen sediment from the riverbed, allowing it to be carried downstream by the natural current.