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Levees are a vital part of modern flood risk management. They are part of flood defense systems that may also include flood walls, pumping stations, gates closures, and other associated structures. These elements work together to reduce risk to human life and reduce economic damages from flood events. — USACE extends comment period on draft National Levee Safety Guidelines

'The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it is extending the comment period on the draft first edition of the National Levee Safety Guidelines to Aug. 31, 2024. The guidelines were developed with stakeholder input under the National Levee Safety Program and released for public review on...'

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26 Feb 2020
Multifunctional Assessment Reconnaissance Vessel allows for remote survey of marine structures
A team of researchers from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory, led by principle investigator Thad Pratt and including co-pi William Butler and research engineers Jonathan Marshall and David Nguyen, have developed and improved a prototype Multifunctional Assessment Reconnaissance Vessel that allows for remote survey of pile-supported marine structures. Operators can produce final data products within 12 hours of arriving on site, allowing structural engineers to deliver a repair plan within 24 hours. The U.S. Transportation Command and Office of the Secretary of Defense-funded project has resulted in the schedule of five units to be delivered to Army dive detachments as part of the Instrument Set, Reconnaissance and Surveying (ENFIRE) program.
26 Feb 2020
“Be brief, be brilliant and be gone” – Huntsville Center OE director takes the PRB helm
“Wrangling complex projects is what Huntsville Center does best. And the Project Review Board is at the core of this success.” Once a month during the PRB, Huntsville Center program and project managers brief the command team on the progress, budget, challenges, good news and lessons learned of ongoing projects.
25 Feb 2020
District Completes Critical Project 6 Months Ahead of Original Schedule
A ribbon cutting ceremony held on February 20th marked the completion of a new $49.6 million steel and concrete pier project at the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain. The pier, built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Middle East District, will enhance the Navy’s operational readiness in the region. Previously, the Navy had been using barges for much of the work on ships that can now be done while docked at the pier.
25 Feb 2020
Making great strides in Power Governance in Afghanistan
The collaborative efforts of the Senior Executive Power Governance group strives for creative and innovative solutions to meet the electrical needs of Afghanistan.
24 Feb 2020
Civil Works Business Intelligence: Modernizing and Integrating U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Data Management and Analysis
The collection, organization, accessibility, and interpretation of large sets of data are foundational to many of the major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) decisions and actions across its many business lines. These data sets include performance and traffic volumes at USACE locks and the nation’s ports, cargo statistics of barges (inland waterways and ports, both domestic and international), statistics regarding uses and visitor days at USACE recreational sites, flood loss damages prevented by USACE levees, amounts and value of hydropower generated at USACE hydroelectric power facilities, and other information across USACE’s Civil Works program.
24 Feb 2020
Center Hill Lake levels rising for 2020 recreation season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 24, 2020) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District has received approval to return Center Hill Lake to normal operations, which means that lake levels will be on the rise for the upcoming recreation season.
24 Feb 2020
DHA Announcement Crane Operator, Revetment Section
Position Title: Crane Operator Series/Grade: XF-5725-12 Full Performance Level: XF-12 Duty Location: Official Duty Station is the Ensley Engineer Yard, position requires TDY travel and mandatory overtime. Hourly Salary Range: $27.86 - $32.52 Work Schedule: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Travel Requirement: Temporary Duty Travel is over 50% of the time Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
24 Feb 2020
DHA Announcement - Marine Machinery Mechanic XF-5334-11 Dredge Hurley
Position Title: Marine Machinery Mechanic Series/Grade: Marine Machinery Mechanic, XF-5334-11 Full Performance Level: XF-11 Duty Location: Official Duty Station is the Dredge Hurley, position requires (non-TDY) travel with the Hurley, shift work, and mandatory overtime. Hourly Salary Range: $26.30 - $30.65 Work Schedule: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Travel Requirement: Temporary Duty Travel is 10% of the time Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
24 Feb 2020
DHA Announcement - Motor Vehicle Operator, Revetment Section
Position Title: Motor Vehicle Operator Series/Grade: XF-5703-08 Full Performance Level: XF-08 Duty Location: Official Duty Station is the Ensley Engineer Yard, position requires TDY travel and mandatory overtime. Hourly Salary Range: $21.75 - $25.37 Work Schedule: Full-Time Appointment Type: Seasonal Travel Requirement: Temporary Duty Travel is over 50% of the time Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
24 Feb 2020
Norfolk District navigation support team preps, updates inlet for dredging
The Norfolk District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers navigation team arrived at Croatan Point here early February to replace pilings and a floating dock in preparation for the next iteration of dredging.

News Releases

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6 Jul 2020
One lane of Highway 187 across Beaver Dam to temporarily close
ROGERS, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close one lane of the Highway 187 Bridge across Beaver Dam from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 8, 9 and 10 to perform a routine inspection of the structure.
6 Jul 2020
Comments sought for development of the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Environmental Impact Statement
CPRA has applied to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for permits and permission to construct, maintain and operate the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion project on the east bank of the Mississippi River near Willis Point in Plaquemines Parish. In compliance with NEPA, the Corps will prepare an EIS to inform its permitting decisions. As part of this process, the Corps is seeking public comment to assist in determining the scope of issues, resources, impacts and alternatives to be addressed in the document. Comments will be collected until August 16, 2020.
6 Jul 2020
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 20-40 Norrell Lock (No.1) - Scheduled Closure
MKARNS - Norrell Lock (No. 1) NM 10.3 will be closed to navigation traffic from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m, July 9.
6 Jul 2020
Lakeville resident selected for prestigious award
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters in Washington, D.C., recently selected Lakeville, Minnesota, resident and St. Paul District senior hydraulic engineer Ann Banitt as the recipient of its Hydrology, Hydraulics and Coastal Community of Practice Professional of the Year Award.
6 Jul 2020
Comp Study ends: water quality, other concerns, leave drought plan unchanged
SAVANNAH, Ga. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District ended the second interim of the Savannah River Basin Comprehensive Study due to inadequate analysis, a lack of full partnership concurrence on the recommendation and insufficient funding.
2 Jul 2020
Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors to take precautions for a safe Fourth of July weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District reminds recreation site visitors across Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana to practice safety throughout the Fourth of July weekend. Recreation sites across the region will host special events during the holiday weekend. In Arkansas, fireworks shows will be held at Lake Ouachita July 3 and 4 and Lake Greeson July 3. In Mississippi, a fireworks show will be held at Sardis Lake July 4.
2 Jul 2020
Corps to Host Virtual Meeting on Youghiogheny River Lake Master Plan Revision
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is hosting a virtual public meeting to kick off the Youghiogheny River Lake Master Plan revision. The corps is seeking public input about environmental and recreational subjects to consider during the master plan revision process.
2 Jul 2020
Corps announces public comment on the Final EIS for the Combined Operational Plan (COP)
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, announces public comment on the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Combined Operational Plan (COP). Public comments are due August 3.
2 Jul 2020
Vicksburg District to reopen select beaches and recreation areas at Mississippi lakes beginning July 6
Vicksburg, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District will reopen select beaches and recreation areas at its Mississippi lakes – Arkabutla Lake, Sardis Lake, Enid Lake and Grenada Lake – and incorporate preventative health measures beginning July 6.
2 Jul 2020
Lake Red Rock Beaches Now Open
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District has opened North Overlook Beach and Whitebreast Beach at Lake Red Rock.