26 Aug 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Awards Contract for Minish Park Project Reach 1

NEWARK, NJ – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New York District, is pleased to announce the awarding of the contract for the Minish Park Project Reach 1, also known as the Joseph G. Minish Passaic River Waterfront Park and Historic Area, located in Newark, New Jersey. The contract, valued at $13,416,051.00, was awarded to George Harms Construction Co., Inc.

26 Aug 2024

USACE Clearing Debris from Final Residential Properties in Lahaina

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), in partnership with federal, state, and local partners, is pleased to announce that debris removal on the last single- and multi-unit residential properties in Lahaina is underway. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the Personal Property Debris Removal Program, as all residential properties will be cleared months ahead of the original January 2025 deadline—a testament to the dedication and efficiency of the teams involved.

25 Aug 2024

70th anniversary of Hurricanes Carol and Edna making landfall in New England facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonlinkedin sharing buttonpinterest sharing buttonsharethis sharing button

On August 25 of this year, the New England District will observe the 70th anniversary of Hurricanes Carol and Edna making landfall in New England. These deadly hurricanes were two of the costliest storms in New England History and served as a catalyst for the legislation that allowed the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to build the New England Hurricane Barriers that continue to protect its citizens to this day.

23 Aug 2024

Agreement kicks off streambank project at Carthage Wastewater Treatment Plant

CARTHAGE, Tenn. (Aug. 23, 2024) – Officials signed a Project Partnership Agreement today to officially begin a streambank stabilization project on the Cumberland River that will prevent further bank erosion that currently endangers the Carthage Wastewater Treatment Plant.

23 Aug 2024

Temporary lane closure of Highway HH around Clearwater Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be closing one lane of Highway HH across Clearwater Dam from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. August 26-27, 2024, for routine maintenance.

23 Aug 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, urges safety awareness ahead of Labor Day weekend

As the Labor Day weekend approaches, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, emphasizes the importance of safety during this time of recreation and celebration. In 1994, USACE established the National Water Safety Program with the purpose of diligently tracking public recreation fatality statistics and trends. Based on the data, resources are allocated to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences at our nation's lakes and reservoirs.

23 Aug 2024

USACE staff observe dam infrastructure in Switzerland in preparation for tunnel project in Alaska

Staff from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Alaska District toured dam infrastructure in the heart of the rugged Swiss Alps as part of a temporary duty trip. After cataloguing their findings abroad, the team returned to Alaska with a renewed perspective for the improvement of the Lowell Creek Flood Diversion project set in similar mountains near Seward.

23 Aug 2024

Jacksonville District publishes final GRR/EIS of Tampa Harbor Navigation Improvement Study for public review

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District, has published the final General Reevaluation Report and Environmental Impact Statement (GRR/EIS) for the Tampa Harbor Navigation Improvement Study in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties, Florida. 

23 Aug 2024

Removal efforts resume at Green River Dam No. 5

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, with

23 Aug 2024

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 24-69 Sailing Instructions Montgomery Point Navigation Pass

Due to shoaling along the upstream guide wall, mariners are advised that until further notice, both upbound and downbound tows should favor the red line while transiting the Montgomery Point Lock and Dam (NM 0.5) Navigation Pass.