10 Jun 2026

USACE river infrastructure paves the way for ODOT’s Brent Spence Bridge project

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation phrase "I'll believe it when I see it" has been used for more than 20 years to describe. the long-awaited Brent Spence Bridge corridor project being managed by the state agency Now, residents finally see progress. The arrival of the tugboat Elizabeth Ann and its heavy-lift crane barge has signaled the official start of construction for the $4.05 billion companion bridge project connecting Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky. A project the Louisville District helped support in an unexpected way.

9 Jun 2026

USACE and partners make a splash with a successful Fishing Rodeo

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers partnered with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Friends of Cordell Hull Lake, and local volunteers to host a successful fishing derby at Roaring River Park. In celebration of Tennessee's Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day, the event expanded beyond its traditional youth-only focus to welcome adult and family participants. To ensure a great experience, TWRA provided catfish for the event, while FOCHL sponsored adult fishing licenses to remove barriers to entry. Ultimately, the community-backed derby successfully promoted outdoor recreation, conservation education, and family engagement at Cordell Hull Lake.

8 Jun 2026

Safety First: Rough River project team prioritizes safety ahead of blasting operations

Team members on the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project recently took part in a Rock Blasting Quality Assurance for Construction Personnel training to learn more about blasting operations on construction projects. The training, held May 18-22 in Louisville, Kentucky, provided an orientation to USACE Louisville District construction personnel on how to perform essential checks on the plans and field work during blasting operations. Surface and underwater rock blasting is part of the work on Phase II of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project in Falls of Rough, Kentucky.

29 May 2026

What National Dam Safety Day means for the Cumberland Basin

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 29, 2026) – This Sunday marks National Dam Safety Awareness Day, an annual observance dedicated to educating the public about the 10 dams in the Cumberland River Basin, local flood risks, and the vital importance of preparedness for potential dam emergencies.

27 May 2026

Corps of Engineers begins multi-phased improvements to Lexington Harbor 

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Detroit District, will begin a multi-phase project in Lexington Harbor, Michigan with the first phase involving dredging and breakwater revitalization work set to start as early as May 28, weather permitting. Phase One will focus on hydraulic dredging of the outer harbor. The contractor will then mechanically dredge to address shoaling impacting harbor access and the inner federal channel and to re-establish recreational boating access to the inner harbor.  

27 May 2026

USACE Dredging Supports Safe Navigation and Recreation at Rocky River Harbor

ROCKY RIVER, Ohio -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, has begun maintenance dredging operations in Rocky River Harbor to maintain safe and navigable waterways for recreational boaters and other harbor users on Lake Erie.The Buffalo District awarded a $1.1 million contract in April 2026 to Toledo-based Geo Gradel to complete the

27 May 2026

USACE Chicago Crews Conduct Electrofishing Survey on Lake Calumet During 2026 Seasonal Intensive Monitoring; No Invasive Carp Found

As part of the 2026 Spring Seasonal Intensive Monitoring (SIM) effort, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) crews conducted specialized electrofishing operations on Lake Calumet during the week of May 11th. Following intensive sampling at 10 locations chosen to maximize detection within high-probability habitats across the lake, crews reported that no bighead or silver carp were captured or observed during the mission.

26 May 2026

Behind the Response: Inside USACE Chicago District Emergency Management

A crucial part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) mission involves responding to emergencies. USACE Emergency Management teams respond during times of need not only within their immediate areas, but also by supporting other districts—sometimes on a global scale. They provide engineering, construction, and water resources expertise to mitigate property damage and loss of life during disasters. Authorized to fulfill direct requests for assistance from states, USACE provides technical support for public facilities, infrastructure, and residential and commercial developments when disaster needs exceed local and state capabilities.

26 May 2026

Old locks, new parts: Medium Capacity Fleet performs repairs at C.W. Bill Young Lock and Dam

The phrase “if you take care of things, they last” is true for a lot of things: antique cars, home appliances and even relationships. It’s also true for inland navigation infrastructure built before World War II.

22 May 2026

Spring drought contributes to lower lake levels across Kentucky

Visitors to several lakes managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District may notice lower-than-normal water levels heading into the summer recreation season as ongoing spring drought conditions continue impacting much of Kentucky. Lakes within the Green River and Upper Kentucky River basins, including Rough River Lake, Barren River Lake, Nolin River Lake, and others across the region, are experiencing below-average pool levels due to significantly reduced spring rainfall.