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  • Old Hickory Beach traffic pattern changes May 1

    OLD HICKORY, Tenn. (April 25, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is implementing a new traffic plan beginning May 1 for the Old Hickory Beach Day Use Area at Old Hickory Lake. The park staff plans to use a new fee both location and roundabout to better manage traffic flow at the intersection of Burnett Road and the beach and shelter area.

  • Strategic communicator recognized for effectively publicizing dam operations

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 24, 2025) – A proactive strategic communicator and storyteller in Public Affairs is being recognized for effectively publicizing water management operations at dams throughout the Cumberland River Basin during recent high-water events impacting middle Tennessee and western Kentucky.

  • Roadway on Dale Hollow Dam remains closed for scheduled maintenance

    CELINA, Tenn. (April 23, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District announces Dale Hollow Dam Road will continue to remain closed to all traffic across the dam for most of 2025. The road closure is for preventative maintenance on and around the roadway. The dates are subject to change based on contractor schedule.

  • Miter gate installation begins at Chickamauga Lock

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (April 18, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District, in partnership with Shimmick Construction and Tennessee Valley Authority, recently began erecting massive miter gates for the Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project. This milestone brings the project closer to its goal of enabling both recreational vessels and commercial barges to pass through the new lock chamber, a critical step in modernizing regional infrastructure.

  • Congressman responsible for improving water resources infrastructure visits locks

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 1, 2025) – Whether or not the Corps of Engineers constructs a brand-new navigation lock or operates and maintains one well into its designed lifespan, these critical infrastructure projects require significant appropriations and receive a great deal of Congressional interest and oversight.

  • Water Quality Program manager lauded for navigating Nashville District through murky waters

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 26, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District’s Water Quality Program lead is the January 2025 employee of the month for collecting water samples, interpreting the results, and making recommendations for water control changes at 10 dams the district operates in the Cumberland River Basin.

  • Nashville District executive officer culminates career as Soldier and civil servant

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 13, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District bid farewell yesterday to its long-serving executive officer and congressional liaison that faithfully served 16 consecutive commanders and culminates 38 years as a civil servant.

  • Public input sought for proposed modification to Cleveland, Tennessee Flood Risk Management Project

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is seeking public input on a proposed modification to the Cleveland, Tennessee Flood Risk Management Project as part of a supplemental environmental assessment under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers preparing for heavy rainfall and river levels this weekend

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is monitoring an expected 3 to 5 inches of rainfall across the Cumberland River Basin this weekend, with the heaviest amounts forecasted in the Cheatham Lake and Lake Barkley watersheds. With already saturated ground, most of the rain will run off into rivers and streams, leading to rising water levels. The Cumberland River at Nashville is expected to peak at 36.7 feet early Monday, below minor flood stage, while Clarksville could reach 50 feet, moderate flood stage, Sunday night. The Corps has adjusted dam operations at Wolf Creek, Dale Hollow, Center Hill, and J. Percy Priest to manage runoff and reduce flood risks.

  • USACE command sergeant major engages Nashville District workforce

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 14, 2024) – The top enlisted leader in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers engaged with the USACE Nashville District workforce this week to listen to any feedback and ideas and thank them for their service and commitment on the job.