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  • East Branch Dam Safety Modification Project Returning to normal operations, weather permitting

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District announces its intent to return East Branch Dam, located in Wilcox, Pennsylvania, to pre-2008 normal operations.

  • Corps to Host Ribbon Cutting at Lick Run Streambank Protection Project

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is hosting a ribbon-cutting celebrating the completion of the Lick Run Streambank Protection Project in Jefferson Hills, South Park Township, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

  • The Corps, The Earth, and Its Scientists

    A geotechnical and environmental investigation is required anytime the Corps of Engineers constructs something on or within the ground. This comprehensive investigation ensures the structures can be successfully constructed on solid foundations in accordance with analysis of subsurface conditions. Most importantly, it guarantees the building won’t collapse or fall down because of foundation failure.

  • Contracts awarded for establishment of Upper Missouri Basin Monitoring Network

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District has recently awarded multiple contracts with state and federal agencies and private firms to establish the Upper Missouri Basin Monitoring Network for soil moisture and plains snowpack.

  • Corps to host media project tour at dewatered Emsworth Locks and Dams

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is hosting a media-project tour at its dewatered Emsworth Locks and Dams on the Ohio River near the towns of Emsworth, Avalon and Ben Avon, Pennsylvania.

  • Omaha District recognized with distinguished industry awards

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District received multiple awards from industry stakeholders for performance in construction, small business contracting, safety and public affairs. Receiving these awards is credited to overall teamwork, the culture, and recognition of individuals who have made a significant impact in contributing to the overall success of the USACE mission during fiscal year 2020.

  • Providing Engineering Excellence

    If you were to ask a person to define the job of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the answers you received would be as unique as the individuals in your sample. We took this question to a small group of people ranging from active-duty Soldiers to restauranteurs and stay at home moms. Here are some of the answers we received.

  • Corps of Engineers announces public hearing dates for Keystone XL Pipeline

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District has scheduled public hearings for the purpose of collecting information or evidence which will be considered in evaluating the proposed USACE permit action for the Keystone XL Pipeline.

  • Vegetation control to begin on Missouri River sandbars between Yankton and Vermillion, South Dakota

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will conduct vegetation management activities on sandbars in the Missouri River between Yankton and Vermillion, South Dakota, the upper portion of Lewis and Clark Lake near Springfield, South Dakota and Niobrara, Nebraska, and as far upstream as Pickstown, South Dakota in September.

  • Boat Launch Ramp to Close, Dam Face Work Continues

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District’s East Branch Lake Dam announces its boat launch ramp will close Monday, Aug. 24 due to falling lake levels and urges continued caution to travelers as dam construction work continues.