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Lt. Col. Robert Green (Right), Nashville District commander, presented Army Safety Guardian Awards Jan. 14, 2024, to Lockmaster John Brewington (Left), Lock Operator Danny Holt (Second from Right), Lock and Dam Equipment Mechanic Josh McGlinch during an award ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee. The commander also recognized Deputy Operations Manager Tommy Mason, who could not attend. The employees were recognized for providing aid Aug. 1, 2024, to a lock operator suffering from life-threatening anaphylactic shock from multiple yellowjacket bee stings while working at Old Hickory Lock on the Cumberland River in Old Hickory, Tennessee. (USACE Photo by Noe Gonzalez) 250114-A-LQ420-1010
Large white gate holds back river water. Lockport Lock
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District continues to support inland navigation and lock operations despite icy conditions. Icy Pittsburgh Rivers
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

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  • Employees garner Army Safety Guardian Awards for lifesaving actions

    Nashville, Tenn. (Jan. 22, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District recently recognized four employees with Army Safety Guardian Awards for providing aid to a lock operator suffering from life-threatening anaphylactic shock from multiple yellowjacket wasp stings while working at Old Hickory Lock on the Cumberland River in Old Hickory, Tennessee.

  • Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,800 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.

  • Soo Locks Closing for Seasonal Repair, Maintenance

    The Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan will close to all marine traffic beginning 11:59 p.m. January 15, or until commercial traffic ceases, through 12:01 a.m. March 25 to perform seasonal critical maintenance. Federal regulation (33 CFR 207.440) establishes the operating season based on the feasibility of vessels operating during typical Great Lakes ice conditions. “Every year, the Corps of Engineers uses the non-navigation winter period to perform maintenance and keep the Soo Locks operating,” Maintenance Branch Chief Nicholas Pettit said. “The Soo Project Office team works long hours in extreme conditions to complete a significant amount of maintenance during this annual closure period. The work they perform is unique, especially given the harsh northern Michigan winter conditions they work in.”

  • 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.

  • USACE Introduces Public Notice Module to Regulatory Request System

    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.

  • Shenango Soaring: Army Corps invites bird enthusiasts to fifth annual Eagle Fest

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, in partnership with the Shenango River Watchers, will host the fifth annual Eagle Fest at Shenango River Lake, Jan. 11.

  • USACE Chief of Engineers visits Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project

    Lt. Gen. William H. "Butch" Graham Jr., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general and 56th chief of engineers, visited the Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project Dec. 19 to meet with Nashville District leadership and staff, gain insight into the ongoing construction project, and observe operational processes firsthand.
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