22 Oct 2024

Louisville District continues to support Hurricane Helene recovery in North Carolina

When Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, it left communities without basic resources and caused

22 Oct 2024

Omaha District supports Hurricane Milton response efforts

In the wake of Hurricane Milton, more than 50 personnel from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, answered the call to provide crucial support to affected communities.

21 Oct 2024

Lower Monumental Dam Extends Public Crossing Closure Through November 14

KAHLOTUS, Wash. – Officials at Lower Monumental Lock and Dam have extended the previously announced public crossing closure through November 14. The closure is still set to begin on October 28.

21 Oct 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers begins largest Virginia debris removal mission in 20 years at Claytor Lake

PULASKI COUNTY, Va. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Norfolk District, officially began debris removal operations at Claytor Lake, Oct. 19, following Hurricane Helene's aftermath. This is the largest debris removal mission in Virginia since 2003, and it aims to clear approximately 300 acre-feet of debris from the waterways to ensure public safety and restore normal conditions in the region.

21 Oct 2024

ERDC inventors earn patent for Roller Jack for ISO-Type Containers

In 2020, inventors from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) in Vicksburg, Mississippi, embarked on the innovative development of a Roller Jack for ISO-type containers. A patent application for this invention was filed the same year and officially granted in 2024.

21 Oct 2024

Camping, shelter reservations suspended for 2025 season at Thurmond Lake

CLARKS HILL S.C. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, has suspended all camping and shelter reservations at J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake for the 2025 summer season from March 28 through Sept. 7, 2025, due to the severe impacts sustained from Hurricane Helene, causing the parks to be unsafe for use.

21 Oct 2024

Thurmond Lake Visitor Center Closed on Weekends during winter season

CLARKS HILL, S.C. –  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake Visitor Center will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal Holidays through Feb. 23, 2025.

21 Oct 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rep. Frank Mrvan, and Gary Mayor Eddie Melton Celebrate Completion of Calumet Region Gary Sanitary District Force Main Replacement Phase II Project

On Monday, October 21, 2024, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Congressman Frank Mrvan (IN-01), and Gary Mayor Eddie Melton gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Calumet Region Gary Sanitary District Force Main Replacement Phase II Project. The event took place at the southeast corner of 25th Avenue and Chase Street in Gary, Indiana, with community leaders and residents in attendance.

21 Oct 2024

Bright Future for Chautauqua Lake: Federal Funding Propels Feasibility Study

Community leaders, environmental advocates, and officials from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District gathered under the shadow of grey storm clouds to celebrate the ceremonial signing of a partnership agreement for the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study, Oct. 4, 2024.

20 Oct 2024

Blue Roof Application Mobile Collection Dates Set in Three Florida Counties

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.  –U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Operation Blue Roof teams will be stationed at the following locations From Monday, October 21 to Wednesday, October 23, 2024: • Manatee County – Lowes, 7335 52nd Pl E, Bradenton, FL 34203 • Hillsborough County – Hillsborough Tax Collector Office, 406 30th St SE, Ruskin, FL 33570 • Pasco County – Publix Supermarket, 7838 Gall Blvd, Zepherhills, FL 33541