9 Apr 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, announces Spillway Maintenance Project at the Cowanesque Dam

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, which oversees operations of the Cowanesque Lake Project, located in Tioga County, Penn. and lies on the Cowanesque River near Lawrenceville, Penn. is set to begin a construction project to enhance the spillway infrastructure at Cowanesque Dam. The spillway is a feature of the dam that was constructed in the late 1970s as an emergency overflow discharge for the lake, which runs approximately 1,200 linear feet. Since its construction, the spillway has never seen flow.

9 Apr 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District adjusts Steele Bayou structure gates to address changing MS River conditions and minimize flooding in Yazoo basin, Prepares for flood fighting efforts as stages rise

VICKSBURG, Miss. – In response to rising water levels on the Mississippi River, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District closed the gates of the Steele Bayou Control Structure Tuesday, April 8th at 4 pm. Due to changing conditions on the Mississippi River and the river slowing its rise, the gates at Steele Bayou Drainage Structure have been reopened today, April 9th, to allow more water to flow out of the lower Yazoo basin. It is anticipated that the gates will close again; however, we are taking this welcome opportunity to get as much water out of the basin as possible.

9 Apr 2025

Missouri River upper basin runoff continues below average forecast

The updated 2025 calendar year runoff forecast for the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa, continues to be below average. March runoff in the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City was 2.3 million acre-feet, 76% of average.

9 Apr 2025

Corps to host virtual public scoping meeting for Tionesta Lake master plan, environmental assessment updates

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is hosting a virtual public scoping meeting to review the environmental assessment and proposed changes for the Tionesta Lake master plan. The district is also seeking public input about environmental and recreational topics to consider during the master plan revision process.

8 Apr 2025

Chief Joseph Dam: A pillar of hydropower and strategic infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest

Chief Joseph Dam, located on the Columbia River in Bridgeport, Washington, stands as a monumental achievement in hydropower and infrastructure development. As the second-largest hydropower dam in the U.S., it plays a critical role in powering the Pacific Northwest and maintaining vital flood control, navigation, and environmental functions

8 Apr 2025

Hurricane Helene Debris removal officially completed during signing ceremony

SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, in partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and the contractor, AshBritt, Inc., met in Valdosta, Georgia, Monday, April 7, 2025, to sign final documentation signifying the completion of eligible debris removal in Lowndes County, the last of 10 counties supported within Georgia.

8 Apr 2025

UPDATE: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District activates 24-hour surveillance at Arkabutla Dam following heavy rainfall

VICKSBURG, Miss. – Recent storms have resulted in substantial rainfall in northwest Mississippi, including in the Arkabutla Lake drainage basin, pushing the lake's water levels above 225 feet, with an expected peak of 230 feet on April 11, 2025. Pool levels at Arkabutla Dam, which straddles DeSoto and Tate Counties in Northwest Mississippi, can fluctuate quickly, particularly during the rainy season.

8 Apr 2025

Little Goose Dam public crossing closures scheduled for April

STARBUCK, Wash. – Public crossing at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Little Goose Lock and Dam will be closed April 10 and April 22 – 24 for construction and maintenance.

8 Apr 2025

High Water with Major Flooding in the Mississippi River Valley to continue over the next two weeks

VICKSBURG, Miss. – Approximately 158 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) personnel from throughout

8 Apr 2025

Johnson County Section 202 Flood Risk Reduction Project Public Meeting

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District is conducting a public meeting to update the community on the construction of the Johnson County Section 202 Flood Risk Reduction Project Monday, April 14, 2025, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Country Music Highway Museum, 100 Stave Branch Rd, Staffordsville, Ky. 41256.