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15 Apr 2021
First responders coordinate actions in Center Hill Dam tabletop exercise
LANCASTER, Tenn. (April 15, 2019) – First responders participated in an exercise at Center Hill Dam last week to coordinate actions that would be necessary if they had to respond to a scenario where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District could not operate the spillways during a high water event.
December

10 Dec 2020
Video highlights water management in Cumberland River Basin
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 10, 2020) – The public is invited to watch a newly released video that highlights how water is managed in the Cumberland River Basin in support of flood risk management, commercial navigation, hydropower production, water supply, environmental stewardship, and recreational opportunities.
July

1 Jul 2020
Berm construction completes last repair phase for dam rehabilitation
SILVER POINT, Tenn. (July 1, 2020) – Officials celebrated completion of the last phase of repairs for the $353 million Center Hill Dam Safety Rehabilitation Project today where the Corps of Engineers recently finished constructing a roller compacted concrete berm to reinforce the auxiliary dam at Center Hill Lake, a secondary earthen embankment that fills a low area in the landscape just east of the main dam.
May

20 May 2020
Rent abatement gives marina operators collective sigh of relief
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 20, 2020) – Rent abatement at all leased recreation facilities in the Cumberland River Basin will potentially allow marinas to retain an estimated $750,000 to help stay afloat as revenues decline during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Happy New Year! As we welcome 2026, let’s make water safety a top priority. 🛟Always wear your life jacket and make sure its fits 🛟Learn how to swim 🛟Never drink and boat Practice water safety every time you are in, on, or near the water! #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns

Low-head dams are found on waterways throughout the U.S. Before you the hit watery trails, review the Low-Head Dam Inventory to see if there’s a dam on your route. Learn more: https://t.co/dbzMfptnor #damsafety https://t.co/ZjrOVldPiM

RT @StPaulUSACE: Skid-steers hard at work preparing the chamber for critical maintenance and inspections during a dewatering at Lock and Da…

RT @USArmy: 📰 Year in Review: Warfighting is the Army’s top priority Our Soldiers prove they are ready to fight and win, at home and abroa…

RT @ArmyCorpsNAD: Our @europedistrict is constructing a new Operational Readiness Training Complex in Grafenwoehr, #Germany. On Friday, we…

RT @ArmyERDC: The @StPaulUSACE and ERDC are collaborating in a groundbreaking study to make informed, data-driven decisions about using riv…

RT @europedistrict: Today, leaders from @IMCOMEurope, @7thATC , #USACE, @USAGBavaria, the German construction authority and other project p…

Low-head dams can be dangerous for waterway users. They are hard to identify and can cause harm if you end up caught in their current. Locate low-head dams near you and learn more: https://t.co/6bo3k0pM4a #damsafety https://t.co/maYwiOm0Pu

RT @StPaulUSACE: Bill Schmidt, natural resources specialist, describes his position at #EauGalle Recreation Area in #SpringValley, #Wiscons…

RT @AtlantaCorps: The South Atlantic Division extends congratulations to Jason Krick, Mobile District Chief of Engineering, for being named…

RT @LADistrictUSACE: The USACE Los Angeles District joined Air Force officials Dec. 16 to mark the start of construction on a new KC-46 Peg…

RT @USACERockIsland: Lock 19 on the Mississippi River at Keokuk, Iowa, is now closed for winter maintenance. The lock is expected to reopen…

RT @USACE_NY: 🏗️ We are delivering world‑class engineering solutions for federal partners, including VA & West Point. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/A4a5W…

Ho, Ho, Ho!!! Santa is making a list and checking it twice to see who has been naughty or nice, so hopefully you have been good this year and wore your life jacket when in, on, and near open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.). #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns https://t.co/mO74fgH2tT

RT @FEMARegion10: Our Regional Response Coordination Center is coordinating with the state on their requests, including support from partne…

RT @FEMARegion10: As state, tribal and local officials in Washington lead lifesaving and life-sustaining response efforts for recent severe…

We all know the Twelve Days of Christmas, but have you heard of the Twelve Days of Water Safety? This festive holiday jingle is not only fun to sing, if you follow its tips, it could help save your life! Happy Holidays and @PleaseWearIt! https://t.co/bisYhQwxxc

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17 Feb 2021
NR 21-05: Nashville District holds off on raising fees for shoreline facilities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 17, 2021) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District commander is holding off on an earlier decision to raise fees for certain shoreline facilities that were previously set to go into effect March 1.
10 Dec 2020
NR 20-030: Video highlights water management in Cumberland River Basin
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 10, 2020) – The public is invited to watch a newly released video that highlights how water is managed in the Cumberland River Basin in support of flood risk management, commercial navigation, hydropower production, water supply, environmental stewardship, and recreational opportunities.
10 Jun 2020
NR 20-018: Nashville District beaches, picnic shelters in Tennessee reopening June 12
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 10, 2020) – As part of a phased approach for reopening recreation facilities following COVID-19 closures, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is opening additional Corps-managed day use recreation areas and amenities on June 12, 2020.
14 May 2020
NR 20-013: Nashville District opening campgrounds, recreation areas in June
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 14, 2020) – As part of a phased approach for reopening facilities as part of its COVID-19 reopening plan, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is opening its corps-managed campgrounds within the Cumberland River Basin in Tennessee June 1, 2020.