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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...'

7/19/2024
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19 Mar 2020
Army Corps of Engineers adjusts lake operations amid health concerns
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Pacific Division has announced changes to lake operations in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico amid health concerns related to the Coronavirus pandemic. Effective today, South Pacific Division will take measures across the region to reduce risk to guests, volunteers and personnel.
19 Mar 2020
Army Corps to limit Regulatory Program operations in Maryland, Pennsylvania, DC in response to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, is incorporating preventative measures, including limiting some day-to-day operations of its Regulatory Program offices, such as postponing office meetings and public engagements to minimize potential exposure to Corps personnel, permit applicants and the general public. Field site visits will continue on a case-by-case basis following appropriate safety precautions and “social-distancing” measures.
19 Mar 2020
Army Corps to close recreation sites across Pennsylvania, southern New York, Maryland, West Virginia in response to COVID-19
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, has closed or delayed the opening of Corps-owned and managed recreation sites effective immediately and lasting indefinitely due to the concern for public health and safety of its employees and the visiting public during the COVID-19 pandemic. The closures pertain to visitor centers, beaches, special events, volunteer activities, public meetings, interpretive programs and other public gatherings.
19 Mar 2020
USACE Philadelphia District provides update on status during COVID-19 public health emergency
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District is taking precautionary measures to protect its workforce, while also remaining committed to executing its key missions during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
19 Mar 2020
USACE Buffalo District to put up danger signs in 5 Ohio harbors
The Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, will be placing various warning signs on Corps’ owned breakwaters and piers in Ashtabula, Conneaut, Fairport, Huron and Lorain Harbor in order to alert the communities about the dangers of traversing on these structures.
19 Mar 2020
Mississippi River Commission high-water inspection trip and public hearings canceled
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mississippi River Commission (MRC) has canceled its annual high-water inspection trip and public hearings on board the MV Mississippi, which was scheduled for March 29 – April 3, 2020. The health and safety for people is a priority during this critical time in our nation. In order to allow public testimony to still be received by the commission, individual districts will solicit testimony to be filed for the record from stakeholders with an opening date for submission of March 23, 2020, and closing on April 3, 2020. Additional instructions will be provided with the solicitation.
19 Mar 2020
USACE Chicago District prepared to respond to Coronavirus
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District is prepared to respond accordingly to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and will provide additional information to the public as it develops.
18 Mar 2020
USACE Mobile District Responds To COVID-19
MOBILE, Ala. – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District announces March 18, 2020, several changes have been made to its normal operations in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic emergency confronting the Nation.
18 Mar 2020
Columbia River navigation locks will reopen ahead of schedule after closing for annual maintenance
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will reopen three navigation locks on the Columbia River ahead of schedule after closing them for annual maintenance March 7.
18 Mar 2020
Mississippi Valley Division taking precautions against COVID-19
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) and its six districts, St. Paul; Rock Island; St. Louis; Memphis; Vicksburg; and New Orleans, are implementing protective measures to help keep people safe during this critical time in our nation. MVD and districts will continue operating with minimal onsite staffing by maximizing telework, but we will ensure that mission essential personnel are immediately available and responsive to our high priority missions.