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The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups. Shenango Eagle Fest
Aerial view of the Caney Fork River taken from atop Center Hill dam in Lancaster, Tennessee on Jan. 8, 2024. 250108-A-US975-1101
A view into a de-watered lock. 241125-A-US975-1105
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
Lock operators for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District keep lock operations running through wintery conditions. Wintery River Operations
The Motor Vessel Bearcat our of Port of Chattanooga navigates through Chickamauga Lock on the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District operates and maintains the navigation lock at the Tennessee Valley Authority project. (USACE Photo by Lee Roberts) Bearcat navigates through Chickamauga Lock
From left to right, Todd Eubank, Monroe Lake Natual Resources Project manager, Justin Burton, Tyler Blankenship, Park Rangers and Laban Lindley, Middle Wabash Area Operations manager, gather at the USACE display booth at the anniversary celebration Oct. 24 in Bloomington, Ind. Monroe Lake celebrates 60th anniversary
Construction continues at the Louisville VA Medical Center Oct. 30, 2024 Louisville VA Medical Center reaches three-year construction milestone
Bob Hooe, Design Branch, Architectural Section Engineering Technician, demonstrates how the Project Design Team is using VR technology to meet their goals. Louisville District engineering design section embraces collaboration and new technologies
Two 2.1 million-gallon above-ground fuel tanks replace underground tanks as part of the fuel hydrant upgrade at WPAF USACE upgrades fueling infrastructure at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District Commander, Col. Reyn Mann, along with Regulatory Division Chief, Eric Reusch, and senior project manager, Patti Grace-Jarrett, met with board members from the Kentucky Ecological Restoration Association (KERA) at Rolling Fork Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank near Bradfordsville, Kentucky, The site visit reinforced the Louisville District’s commitment to cultivating partnerships that support the district’s compensatory mitigation mission. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District meets with Kent
Quality assurance personnel with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers observe contractors performing vegetation removal from roadways at the North Carolina Arboretum, Oct. 22, 2024, in Buncombe County, North Carolina. 241022-A-PA223-1016
Adam Warren, Rough River Lake park ranger, and volunteer David Warren plant bald cypress trees on the banks of Rough River Lake, Falls of Rough, Ky. Cypress trees at Rough River Lake
Smithland Locks and Dam Miter Gate Rehab Project Smithland Locks and Dam Miter Gate Rehab Project
A bald eagle spotted at Shenango River Lake. Pittsburgh District
Joe Cotton, project manager for the Nashville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers explains Chickamauga Replacement Project operations to Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, U.S. Army Corps of Engineer commanding general and 56th chief of engineers, during his visit to the Chickamauga Lock Dec. 19, 2024, on the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 241219-A-LQ420-9632
Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, commanding general of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and 56th chief of engineers, walks with Tommy Long, resident engineer for the Nashville District, during a visit to the Chickamauga Lock on Dec. 19, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, along the Tennessee River. 241219-A-LQ420-9200
Lt. Col. Robert Green, commander of the Nashville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers speaks to Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general and 56th chief of engineers, during his visits to the Chickamauga Lock Dec. 19, 2024, on the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 241219-A-LQ420-8840
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District team leaders join Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general and 56th Chief of Engineers, for a group photo inside the construction lock chamber during his visit to the Chickamauga Lock on Dec. 19, 2024, along the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 241219-A-LQ420-6943
Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general and 56th chief of engineers, speaks to Chase Green, Lock Operator for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District, during his visits to the Chickamauga Lock Dec. 19, 2024, on the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 241219-A-LQ420-6016
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District team leaders join Lt. Gen. William (Butch) Graham, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general and 56th Chief of Engineers, for a group photo inside the construction lock chamber during his visit to the Chickamauga Lock on Dec. 19, 2024, along the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 241219-A-LQ420-1185
Liam Cronin is a lock and dam operator for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District at the Montgomery Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in Monaca, Pennsylvania. Montgomery Locks & Dam operator
Liam Cronin is a lock and dam operator for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District at the Montgomery Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in Monaca, Pennsylvania. Montgomery Locks & Dam operator

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  • PHOTOS: Crowds gather in beautiful wintery landscape at Shenango for Eagle Fest

    The Shenango River Lake hosted its fifth annual Eagle Fest at the lake in partnership with other natural conservation agencies, including Shenango River Watchers, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and other volunteer groups.

  • That's a Wrap – Black Rock Lock Looks Back on 2024

    (BUFALO, N.Y.) Jan. 17, 2025 – The Black Rock Lock has wrapped up an eventful year, bringing a mix of challenges and achievements for a lock which is over 100 years old. Maintained and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, the Black Rock Lock provides the only means for deep draft commercial vessels to reach delivery ports on the upper Niagara River. It also provides safe navigation by allowing vessels to bypass the rapids on the Niagara River at the outlet of Lake Erie.

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employee rescues kayaker on Caney Fork River

    A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employee played a crucial role in rescuing a kayaker who capsized on the Caney Fork River near Center Hill Dam on Dec. 31, 2024. Kevin Salvilla, Natural Resource Program Manager at Center Hill Lake, responded to the distress call, ensuring the kayaker's safety in challenging conditions.

  • Wilson Lock reopening now planned for June 2025

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District has revised the timeline for completion of repairs to the main chamber of Wilson Lock near Florence, with reopening of the lock now estimated in June 2025.

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  • Park ranger recognized for positive impacts to recreation and conservation

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 23, 2025) – A Center Hill Lake park ranger with a passion for providing outstanding recreational experiences and commitment to environmental stewardship is the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District Employee of the Month for October 2024.

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    (CANANDAIGUA, N.Y.) - Lt. Col. Robert Burnham, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, made a significant visit to the Canandaigua VA Medical Facility, marking his first visit as district commander on Dec. 18, 2024. It was a purposeful visit, beginning with a tribute to retired Army Master Sgt. Stan Sharp, a decorated veteran and former military policeman and combat engineer, with more than 30 years of military service.

  • Nashville District honors Don Getty as 2024 Distinguished Civilian Employee

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