Great Lakes and Ohio River Division News Releases

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers monitoring icy conditions on Ohio River, working to keep commerce moving

Press Operations — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, is actively managing ice conditions on the Ohio River following a recent winter storm to ensure the continued movement of commerce along the Ohio River.

Willow Island Locks and Dam temporarily cease locking due to icy conditions

Press Operations — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:10:08 GMT

Locking operations have been temporarily suspended at Willow Island Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in Reno, Ohio (Ohio River Mile 161.7) due to ice build-up, which is preventing miter gates on the main chamber from operating properly.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces publication of 2026 nationwide permits

Press Operations — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:40:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today the publication of the 2026 nationwide permits in the Federal Register. The 56 reissued and one new nationwide permit in the final action are necessary for work in streams, wetlands and other waters of the United States under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces finalization of nationwide permits

Press Operations — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:54:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will reissue 56 existing nationwide permits and issue one new permit for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. One existing permit will not be reissued.

Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

Press Operations — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:59:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it is seeking comments on its proposal to renew and revise 56 existing nationwide permits and issue one new nationwide permit authorizing activities associated with improving fish passage. Nationwide permits authorize activities in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.

Army Corps of Engineers announces proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

Press Operations — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it has prepared its proposal to renew and revise 56 of 57 existing nationwide permits for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. USACE will propose not to reissue one nationwide permit authorizing activities associated with finfish mariculture.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages use of the Regulatory Request System for an improved permitting experience

Press Operations — Thu, 08 May 2025 14:19:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to encourage the public to use the Regulatory Request

USACE to hold public meeting for Burnsville Lake

Press Operations — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:31:27 GMT

The Huntington District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host a public meeting to address questions raised at the September 26, 2024 public meeting regarding the modification of the Water Control Manual for Burnsville Lake.

Johnson County Section 202 Flood Risk Reduction Project Public Meeting

Press Operations — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:11:29 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District is conducting a public meeting to update the community on the construction of the Johnson County Section 202 Flood Risk Reduction Project Monday, April 14, 2025, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Country Music Highway Museum, 100 Stave Branch Rd, Staffordsville, Ky. 41256.

Huntington District Monitoring On-going Flooding (Update)

Press Operations — Sat, 05 Apr 2025 20:59:51 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District is actively monitoring this week’s forecasted

Huntington District Monitoring On-going Flooding

Press Operations — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 18:10:25 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District is actively monitoring this week’s forecasted heavy rainfall and preparing for potential wide-spread moderate to major flooding throughout portions of Kentucky, West Virginia, and Ohio.

Agricultural Lease Available at East Lynn Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:17:40 GMT

The Huntington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is accepting bids for an agricultural lease located at East Lynn Lake. This opportunity is for hay only.

Greenup Auxiliary Lock Closure Update

Press Operations — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:13:15 GMT

The Huntington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces that the auxiliary chamber at the Greenup Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in Greenup, Ky. will no longer be closed to recreational traffic. Recreational traffic can now use the auxiliary chamber for passage. Fishing tournament sponsors must coordinate directly with the lockmaster prior to their event for special instructions.

Village of Magnolia, Ohio Levee Repair Groundbreaking

Press Operations — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:06:25 GMT

The Huntington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announces the start of construction on

Greenup Auxiliary Lock Closure Limits Recreational Lockages

Press Operations — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:56:59 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District announces an unscheduled Auxiliary Lock closure at

Huntington District Monitoring Recent Flooding

Press Operations — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:36:00 GMT

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - A prolonged period of heavy rain brought widespread flooding to Kentucky during the weekend of February 15th. Widespread rainfall totals ranging from two to more than six inches occurred, with the highest amounts found from southwest to central portions of the state. Most of this rain fell from February 14th through February 15th. At least a dozen river sites had preliminary crests within the top five of recorded crests.

Huntington District Monitoring Recent Flooding

Press Operations — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:53:28 GMT

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District is monitoring water from

USACE Introduces Public Notice Module to Regulatory Request System

Press Operations — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced the launch of the new public notice module on its Regulatory Request System (RRS), an innovative online application portal designed to enhance transparency and improve public engagement.

Summersville Lake Drawdown to begin

Press Operations — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:23:08 GMT

SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. - The Huntington District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces

Hurricane Helene Impacts to Bluestone Dam

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:15:42 GMT

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - The Huntington District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to monitor