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a web page with images from recreational areas and an interactive map. — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launches nationwide Recreation Operational Status website

'The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has launched its Recreation Operational Status website to keep the public informed about the operational status of USACE recreation areas nationwide...'

5/22/2025
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HQ USACE NEWS RELEASES

Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

June 18, 2025

Army Corps of Engineers announces proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

June 16, 2025

Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers’ Birthday and Juneteenth Celebration

June 5, 2025

USACE Showcases 250 Years of History, Service During DC Twilight Performance

May 30, 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launches nationwide Recreation Operational Status website

May 22, 2025

News Stories

July

6 Jul 2020
Third Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee Meeting Announced
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- The Army Corps of Engineers announces the third meeting of the Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee.
6 Jul 2020
DHA Announcement Marine Machinery Mechanic XF-5334-10 Dredge Hurley
Opening and Closing Dates: 7/6/2020 – 7/10/2020 Position Title: Marine Machinery Mechanic Series/Grade: Marine Machinery Mechanic, XF-5334-10 Full Performance Level: XF-10 Duty Location: Official Duty Station is the Dredge Hurley, position requires (non-TDY) travel with the Hurley, shift work, and mandatory overtime. Hourly Salary Range: $25.58 - $29.85 Work Schedule: Full-Time, Seasonal Appointment Type: Permanent Travel Requirement: Temporary Duty Travel is 10% of the time Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
6 Jul 2020
One lane of Highway 187 across Beaver Dam to temporarily close
ROGERS, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close one lane of the Highway 187 Bridge across Beaver Dam from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 8, 9 and 10 to perform a routine inspection of the structure.
6 Jul 2020
Comments sought for development of the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Environmental Impact Statement
CPRA has applied to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for permits and permission to construct, maintain and operate the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion project on the east bank of the Mississippi River near Willis Point in Plaquemines Parish. In compliance with NEPA, the Corps will prepare an EIS to inform its permitting decisions. As part of this process, the Corps is seeking public comment to assist in determining the scope of issues, resources, impacts and alternatives to be addressed in the document. Comments will be collected until August 16, 2020.
6 Jul 2020
Corps continues legacy of dredging at Port of Alaska
All summer long, a crimson and white boat moves back and forth through the waters near the Port of Alaska collecting silt, sand and gravel off the seafloor to allow vessels to navigate the harbor in Anchorage. The boat is a dredging vessel called the Westport, operated by Manson Construction of Seattle, Wash., which the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Alaska District contracted to maintain the mooring areas for the past three years.
6 Jul 2020
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 20-40 Norrell Lock (No.1) - Scheduled Closure
MKARNS - Norrell Lock (No. 1) NM 10.3 will be closed to navigation traffic from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m, July 9.
6 Jul 2020
Lakeville resident selected for prestigious award
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters in Washington, D.C., recently selected Lakeville, Minnesota, resident and St. Paul District senior hydraulic engineer Ann Banitt as the recipient of its Hydrology, Hydraulics and Coastal Community of Practice Professional of the Year Award.
6 Jul 2020
Comp Study ends: water quality, other concerns, leave drought plan unchanged
SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District ended the second interim of the Savannah River Basin Comprehensive Study due to inadequate analysis, a lack of full partnership concurrence on the recommendation and insufficient funding.
2 Jul 2020
Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors to take precautions for a safe Fourth of July weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors across Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana to practice safety throughout the Fourth of July weekend. Recreation sites across the region will host special events during the holiday weekend. In Arkansas, fireworks shows will be held at Lake Ouachita July 3 and 4 and Lake Greeson July 3. In Mississippi, a fireworks show will be held at Sardis Lake July 4.
2 Jul 2020
USACE Jacksonville District hydraulic engineer selected for ERDC U
Although Dr. Ceyda Polatel first heard about the Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC U) through a former U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) employee, it wasn’t until she received an email and advice from her professional colleague, ERDC researcher Dr. Chuck Downer that she applied for the program.

News Releases

6 Jul 2020
Third Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee Meeting Announced
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- The Army Corps of Engineers announces the third meeting of the Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee.
6 Jul 2020
DHA Announcement Marine Machinery Mechanic XF-5334-10 Dredge Hurley
Opening and Closing Dates: 7/6/2020 – 7/10/2020 Position Title: Marine Machinery Mechanic Series/Grade: Marine Machinery Mechanic, XF-5334-10 Full Performance Level: XF-10 Duty Location: Official Duty Station is the Dredge Hurley, position requires (non-TDY) travel with the Hurley, shift work, and mandatory overtime. Hourly Salary Range: $25.58 - $29.85 Work Schedule: Full-Time, Seasonal Appointment Type: Permanent Travel Requirement: Temporary Duty Travel is 10% of the time Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
6 Jul 2020
One lane of Highway 187 across Beaver Dam to temporarily close
ROGERS, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close one lane of the Highway 187 Bridge across Beaver Dam from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 8, 9 and 10 to perform a routine inspection of the structure.
6 Jul 2020
Comments sought for development of the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Environmental Impact Statement
CPRA has applied to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for permits and permission to construct, maintain and operate the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion project on the east bank of the Mississippi River near Willis Point in Plaquemines Parish. In compliance with NEPA, the Corps will prepare an EIS to inform its permitting decisions. As part of this process, the Corps is seeking public comment to assist in determining the scope of issues, resources, impacts and alternatives to be addressed in the document. Comments will be collected until August 16, 2020.
6 Jul 2020
Corps continues legacy of dredging at Port of Alaska
All summer long, a crimson and white boat moves back and forth through the waters near the Port of Alaska collecting silt, sand and gravel off the seafloor to allow vessels to navigate the harbor in Anchorage. The boat is a dredging vessel called the Westport, operated by Manson Construction of Seattle, Wash., which the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Alaska District contracted to maintain the mooring areas for the past three years.
6 Jul 2020
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 20-40 Norrell Lock (No.1) - Scheduled Closure
MKARNS - Norrell Lock (No. 1) NM 10.3 will be closed to navigation traffic from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m, July 9.
6 Jul 2020
Lakeville resident selected for prestigious award
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters in Washington, D.C., recently selected Lakeville, Minnesota, resident and St. Paul District senior hydraulic engineer Ann Banitt as the recipient of its Hydrology, Hydraulics and Coastal Community of Practice Professional of the Year Award.
6 Jul 2020
Comp Study ends: water quality, other concerns, leave drought plan unchanged
SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District ended the second interim of the Savannah River Basin Comprehensive Study due to inadequate analysis, a lack of full partnership concurrence on the recommendation and insufficient funding.
2 Jul 2020
Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors to take precautions for a safe Fourth of July weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors across Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana to practice safety throughout the Fourth of July weekend. Recreation sites across the region will host special events during the holiday weekend. In Arkansas, fireworks shows will be held at Lake Ouachita July 3 and 4 and Lake Greeson July 3. In Mississippi, a fireworks show will be held at Sardis Lake July 4.
2 Jul 2020
USACE Jacksonville District hydraulic engineer selected for ERDC U
Although Dr. Ceyda Polatel first heard about the Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC U) through a former U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) employee, it wasn’t until she received an email and advice from her professional colleague, ERDC researcher Dr. Chuck Downer that she applied for the program.