6 Jan 2025

USACE Introduces Public Notice Module to Regulatory Request System

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced the launch of the new public notice module on its Regulatory Request System (RRS), an innovative online application portal designed to enhance transparency and improve public engagement.

6 Jan 2025

ERDC signs Education Partnership Agreement with Hinds Community College for R&D Shop program

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) and Hinds Community College recently signed an Education Partnership Agreement (EPA) to implement the “Partnership in Education” program, an initiative that encourages study in STEM and professional areas of interest such as unmanned aerial vehicles and those enhancing the engineering, technological and scientific areas at ERDC’s seven laboratories.

6 Jan 2025

Thurmond Lake recreation areas remain closed until further notice

SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, will keep most recreation areas at J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake closed through the 2025 season, and possibly longer, due to unprecedented damages caused by Hurricane Helene.

3 Jan 2025

John Martin Reservoir to host Midwinter Eagle Count Jan. 10, 2025

USACE staff at John Martin Reservoir will host their annual midwinter eagle survey at the reservoir, Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. The event is free and open to the public.

3 Jan 2025

UPDATE: Arkabutla Dam emergency - Lake levels to remain elevated in upcoming weeks – maximum releases will continue

Vicksburg, Miss – Pool levels at Arkabutla Lake are currently above 215 ft. and are forecast to rise to near 220 ft. in the next week due to expected rain events. Pool levels at Arkabutla Dam, located in DeSoto and Tate Counties in Northwest Mississippi, can fluctuate quickly especially during the rainy season. For the overall safety of the dam and downstream communities, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District (USACE-MVK) plans to continue maximum releases at the dam until the pool level approaches the target level of 204 ft. With river levels across the basin already elevated, downstream communities may experience flooding and related impacts as seasonal rains persist.

3 Jan 2025

Santa Rosa Lake to host Midwinter Eagle Count Jan. 15, 2025

USACE staff at Santa Rosa Lake will host a midwinter eagle survey at the lake, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. The event is free and open to the public and no previous experience is required.

3 Jan 2025

Corps of Engineers awards $18.7 million contract for the Fargo-Moorhead diversion project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, awarded a $18.7 million contract to HSG Park Joint Venture 2, LLC of Harvey, North Dakota, Jan. 2, to complete the Southern Embankment Reach SE-3 portion of the Fargo, North Dakota/Moorhead, Minnesota, Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project, which is also known as the FM Area Diversion.

3 Jan 2025

Cochiti Lake to host annual Midwinter Eagle Count Jan. 11, 2025

USACE staff at Cochiti Lake will host a midwinter eagle survey at the lake, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. No pre-registration is required, and all are welcome to participate.

3 Jan 2025

Active Ice Management Systems and Methods: A Breakthrough in Cold-Weather Operations

The battle against ice in cold-weather operations has taken a significant step forward with the newly patented “Active Ice Management Systems and Methods” (Patent No. 11898315), or AIMS.

3 Jan 2025

Shenango Soaring: Army Corps invites bird enthusiasts to fifth annual Eagle Fest

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, in partnership with the Shenango River Watchers, will host the fifth annual Eagle Fest at Shenango River Lake, Jan. 11.