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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

December

28 Dec 2017
Bayamon mayor steps up for the whole island
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Task Force Power Restoration team members met with Bayamon city leaders to discuss the potential use of city land space at the Bayamon sports complex in the greater San Juan metropolitan area Dec. 22.
28 Dec 2017
Prime Power Soldiers recognized for service in Puerto Rico
Soldiers of the Delta 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power) are recognized in an award ceremony for their crucial work during power restoration efforts in Puerto Rico.
28 Dec 2017
USACE Blue Roof mission in Puerto Rico is a family affair
Omar Esquilin-Mangual, from Caguas, Puerto Rico, was born, raised and educated on the island before working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2010 after receiving his master’s degree in civil engineering degree from the University of Puerto Rico. Yamiretsy Pagan-Albelo, from Ciales, Puerto Rico, was born, raised and educated on the island and working for the USACE in 2011 after receiving her bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Puerto Rico.
28 Dec 2017
USACE Blue Roof mission in Puerto Rico is a family affair
Omar Esquilin-Mangual, from Caguas, Puerto Rico, was born, raised and educated on the island before working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2010 after receiving his master's degree in civil engineering degree from the University of Puerto Rico.
21 Dec 2017
Maintaining inventory of Corps dams takes year-round effort
The Corps of Engineers District Operations and Dam Safety Sections are working year-round to ensure the 17 dams they oversee stay safe.
21 Dec 2017
Landmark agreement to move watershed study forward
Under the Tribal Partnership Program, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in cooperation with tribes and other federal agencies, can complete watershed assessments or determine the feasibility of projects that will substantially benefit Indian tribes.
20 Dec 2017
South Pacific Division responds to hurricanes, wildfires
South Pacific Division's area of operations covers 10 states from California to Texas to the Rockies. When disaster strikes, SPD personnel stand ready to deploy when needed.
19 Dec 2017
Mobile District starts first phase of $349 million coastal island restoration project
The Mobile District has begun the first phase of an approximately $349 million project that will reduce erosion and build stronger hurricane barrier off the coast of Mississippi.
19 Dec 2017
USACE's Operation Blue Roof hitting its stride
Shortly after hurricane Maria left a trail of devastation across the island in late September, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began its work under the direction of FEMA to assist in a variety of missions in support of the residents of Puerto Rico.
17 Dec 2017
USACE Installs Micro Grid to Bring Power to Homes Near Patillas (video)
Power is coming to the residents of Patillas, Puerto Rico. Through the innovation of a micro grid, residences and businesses will have power 24 hours a day for the first time since hurricane Maria devastated the power grid here.

News Releases

16 Mar 2020
USACE to cancel public information meeting for Grapevine Lake Master Plan Revision
FORT WORTH, Texas – Officials with the Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, announced today that due to COVID-19 concerns the April 2 public meeting about the initiation of the revision to the Grapevine Lake Master Plan is canceled. The public will be informed with an update about the Grapevine Lake Master Planning revision when it is available.
16 Mar 2020
USACE to cancel public information meeting for Ray Roberts Lake Master Plan Revision
FORT WORTH, Texas – Officials with the Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, announced today due to COVID-19 concerns the canceling of the public meeting on March 24 at Tioga High School, 855 McKnight Road, Tioga, Texas 76271, to inform the public of the initiation of the revision to the Ray Roberts Lake Master Plan.
16 Mar 2020
Asphalt paving to begin at Lake Ouachita’s Brady Mountain, Stephens Park recreation areas
VICKSBURG, Miss. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District’s Lake Ouachita announced that an asphalt paving project will take place at the lake’s Brady Mountain and Stephens Park recreation areas from approximately March 23 to April 8.
16 Mar 2020
Corps to close day use recreational areas, postpone campground openings
Corps to close day use recreational areas, postpone campground openings LOUISVILLE, KY –In the interest of public safety due to COVID-19 concerns, and in accordance with Center for Disease Control recommendations, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District will be closing all Corps-managed day use recreational areas (such as boat ramps and picnic shelters) and postponing the opening of all campgrounds until May 11, 2020.
16 Mar 2020
Corps to Host Virtual Meeting on Tygart Lake Master Plan and Shoreline Management Plan Revisions
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a virtual meeting about the Tygart Lake Master and Shoreline Management Plans updates. The corps is seeking public feedback on the proposed changes to the management of the lake based on public input collected in August 2018.
16 Mar 2020
All scheduled events at Blue Marsh Lake cancelled
Due to concerns on the spread of the Coronavirus and based on guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, all scheduled events and programs at Blue Marsh Lake are cancelled until the end of the April.
16 Mar 2020
Tulsa West Tulsa Levee Feasibility Study
Tulsa West Tulsa Feasibility Study State and Agency Review Documents.
16 Mar 2020
USACE to lease Comal Park to local recreational organization
FORT WORTH, Texas – Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Officials at Canyon Lake announce today the lease of Comal Park to the Water Oriented Recreation District (WORD) of Comal County.
16 Mar 2020
Contract awarded for Green Space Restoration work along South Claiborne Ave.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, recently awarded a contract to restore green infrastructure previously removed for the construction of SELA underground drainage improvements on South Claiborne Avenue.
16 Mar 2020
Corps maintains flows to Caloosahatchee
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District continues to monitor conditions and will maintain flows from the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam (S-79) to the Caloosahatchee estuary.