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  • December

    ERDC announces annual ERDC Under the Lights community event

    For the fourth consecutive year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development Center (ERDC) will open its gates to the public for a drive-by holiday light display on its 700-acre installation in Vicksburg on Dec. 17, 18 and 19 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The entrance will be at the main gate located at 3909 Halls Ferry Road.
  • ERDC researcher impacts international contaminated sediment standards

    When Dr. Burton Suedel, a research biologist with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s Environmental Laboratory (ERDC-EL), heard about the ASTM International project to develop a guide for risk-based corrective action for contaminated sediment sites, he saw it as an opportunity for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to inform international contaminated sediment standards and policy.
  • Kansas City District celebrates ribbon cutting at Gasconade River Office and presents awards

    Col. Bill Hannan, commander of the Kansas City District, presided over a ribbon cutting for a new work facility and presented awards at our Gasconade River Office location, near Hermann, Mo. and later presented awards at our Missouri River Area Office in Napoleon, Mo., Dec. 1.
  • Heartland Corps celebrates ribbon cutting at Gasconade River Office and presents awards

    Col. Bill Hannan, commander of the Kansas City District, presided over a ribbon cutting for a new work facility and presented awards at our Gasconade River Office location, near Hermann, Mo. and later presented awards at our Missouri River Area Office in Napoleon, Mo., Dec. 1, 2020.
  • ERDC researcher excels as emergency responder software inventor

    As an intern and later a full-time research engineer at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) Geospatial Research Laboratory (GRL), Dr. Michelle Hamilton invented a system for Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis, which was patented in September 2020 for emergency responders’ use in prioritizing key geolocations for support allocations and mitigation efforts.
  • Patented expedient protection structure impresses users

    With decades of inventions protecting Soldiers and civilians from hostile forces, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL) continues developing life-saving innovations as one of the seven world-class laboratories of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
  • Projects Completed: Pumping plant engine repairs

    Engines at Memphis District’s Huxtable and Graham Burke Pumping Plants needed extensive repairs to return the plants to full operation. Two service contracts were awarded and the Project Delivery Team, along with its local partners, has successfully reached project completion on both. Congratulations Team.
  • ERDC to host 6th annual Tree Lighting

    The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is kicking off the holiday season with its annual Tree Lighting ceremony Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m. Featuring a welcome from ERDC Commander Col. Teresa Schlosser and a holiday message from Director Dr. David Pittman, the event will culminate with the lighting of a 24-foot outdoor tree at the Halls Ferry Road entrance to the ERDC installation.
  • Indian River Lagoon South restoration project on track for June 2021 completion

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District’s multi-billion dollar Indian River Lagoon South (IRL-S) construction of the C-44 component is due for completion June 2021.
  • Upper Mississippi River System Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP)

    Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) is a long-term program of ecosystem restoration and navigation improvements for the Upper Mississippi River System (UMRS). NESP will improve system capacity and reduce commercial traffic delays through construction of seven new 1,200-foot locks, mooring cells, and switchboat implementation.

News Releases

  • Army Corps announces Tioga-Hammond and Cowanesque Lakes closures and updates

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, will close Ives Run Campground, the Ives Run camp store and the South Shore concessionaire from Oct. 31, 2020 to May 1, 2021, in conjunction with the end of the 2020 recreation season. Additionally, the Lambs Creek Recreation Area boat launch is closed until further notice due to low lake surface water elevations resulting from a lack in precipitation.
  • NR 20-26: Nashville District recognizes ‘Clean Marina’ recertifications

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 27, 2020) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District recently completed two “Clean Marina” recertifications and recognized both for meeting established standards for clean water and environmental stewardship in the Cumberland River Basin.
  • Temporary Closure: Eads St. between Abundance St. and Treasure St.

    Eads Street between Abundance Street and Treasure Street will be closed on Saturday October 31, 2020 while temporary roadway repairs are being performed. This temporary closure is related to construction of new box culverts to enhance drainage in the area.
  • DHA Announcement: Maintenance Mechanic

    Opening and Closing Dates:  10/26 - 10/30 Position Title:  Maintenance Mechanic Series/Grade:  WG-4749-10 Full Performance Level:  WG-10 Duty Location:  Official Duty Station is the Ensley Engineer Yard Hourly Salary Range:  $25.58- $29.85 Work Schedule:  Full-Time Appointment Type:  Permanent Travel Requirement:   Temporary Duty Travel is 25% or more Who May Apply:  U.S. Citizens
  • DHA Announcement: Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

    Opening and Closing Dates:  10/26/2020 - 10/30/2020 Position Title:  Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Series/Grade:  XF-5803-10 Full Performance Level:  XF-10 Duty Location:  Official Duty Station is the Ensley Engineer Yard, position requires TDY travel with the Mat Loading Unit and mandatory overtime.  Hourly Salary Range:  $25.58 – 29.85 Work Schedule:  Full-Time Appointment Type:  Permanent Travel Requirement:   Temporary Duty Travel is over 50% of the time Who May Apply:  U.S. Citizens
  • DHA Announcement: Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

    Opening and Closing Dates:  10/26/2020 - 10/30/2020 Position Title:  Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Series/Grade:  XF-5803-10 Full Performance Level:  XF-10 Duty Location:  Official Duty Station is the Ensley Engineer Yard, position requires TDY travel with the Mat Loading Unit and mandatory overtime.  Hourly Salary Range:  $25.58 – 29.85 Work Schedule:  Full-Time Appointment Type:  Permanent Travel Requirement:   Temporary Duty Travel is over 50% of the time Who May Apply:  U.S. Citizens
  • Corps of Engineers installs 10,000th blue roof after hurricanes

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers installed the 10,000th blue roof Friday in Lake Charles as part of Operation Blue Roof emergency response for hurricanes Laura and Delta.
  • Position Title: Assistant Master, Towboat (DR) - Motor Vessel Goodwin

    Opening and Closing Dates:  10/26/2020 - 10/30/2020 Position Title:  Assistant Master, Towboat (DR) - Motor Vessel Goodwin Series/Grade:  XH-5784-11 Full Performance Level:  XH-11 Duty Location:  Official Duty Station is Ensley Engineer Yard.  Hourly Salary Range:  $34.06 - $39.74Click here to enter text. Work Schedule:  Seasonal Appointment Type:  Permanent Travel Requirement:   Temporary Duty Travel is greater than 50% of the time Who May Apply:  U.S. Citizens
  • Corps to host public meeting for the Mojave Dam Master Plan revision

    The current master plans are in need of revision to address changes in regional land use, population, outdoor recreation trends, and USACE management policy. Key topics to be addressed in the revised master plans include revised land classifications, revised natural, cultural, and recreational resource management objectives, recreation facility needs, and special topics such as off highway vehicle use and threatened and endangered species habitat.
  • USACE Vicksburg District announces launch of Bayou Bodcau online map

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District announced that an online, interactive map of Bayou Bodcau will launch today, Oct. 26.

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