17 Oct 2019

Breeze still hard at work at locks, dams

It has been a year since Breeze, a blue merle smooth coated border collie trained to deter birds, arrived at Cannelton Locks and Dam in Cannelton, Indiana, and she continues to be an energetic and hardworking member of the Louisville District team. “Breeze is doing great,” said Larry Dunning, Cannelton Locks and Dam lockmaster. “She is smart and

9 Oct 2019

Sections of bio acoustic fish fence submerged at Barkley Lock

GRAND RIVERS, Ky. (Oct. 9, 2019) – Crews are submerging and installing sections of a bio acoustic fish fence on the downstream side of Barkley Lock this week as part of an experiment to deter the passage of Asian carp with a wall of bubbles, sound and light.

8 Oct 2019

Corps geologist plays vital role in Mosul Dam completion

David Robison, Louisville District geologist, recently returned home from Mosul, Iraq, after serving on the Mosul Dam Task Force for the past nine months, where he was able to see the completion of the Corps’ involvement with the project.Robison, who has been with USACE for 12 years, is a geologist and facilitator in the Geotechnical and Risk Cadre

7 Oct 2019

Employee Spotlight: Chuck Gould

Chuck Gould, lead program analyst, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, recently served four and a half months at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters office in a developmental assignment. "The experience was fast-paced and a great opportunity for those working in or interested in the Corps Civil Works Planning Community,” said

2 Oct 2019

District finishes strong as October arrives

When one hears ‘end of year’ some may think of New Year’s Eve parties or New Year’s resolutions, but not at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. End of year means something completely different; it means long days, overtime and determination. “Year-end provokes many different emotions,” said Jennifer Ott, financial management analyst, Resource

27 Sep 2019

First visit to Chicago District for new commanding general of Great Lakes & Ohio River Division

Newly appointed commanding general of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, Maj. Gen. Robert F. Whittle, Jr., met one-on-one with employees of the Corps’ Chicago District, followed by a tour of current projects during his Sept. 24-27 visit.

19 Sep 2019

District closes RI/FS at former Nike C-47 ahead of schedule

The Louisville District completed the Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study ahead of schedule for the former Nike C-47 launch and control areas and obtained project closeout at the nearby control area.“We had a good understanding of the geological conditions leading to selection of the appropriate bioremediation technology for an effective

3 Sep 2019

Demolition of Locks and Dam 52 underway

Demolition of Lock and Dam 52 in Brookport, Illinois, began Aug. 8, 2019, marking yet another historic milestone for navigation on the lower Ohio River.The original structure of Lock and Dam 52 was constructed in 1928, and the 1,200 ft. temporary lock chamber was completed in 1969. It was in service for nearly 90 years, ensuring safe navigation on

30 Aug 2019

Corps, MSD partner to restore Beargrass Creek ecosystem

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District and local project sponsor, Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District hosted a news conference, Aug. 15, 2019, to announce their partnership to complete the Three Forks of Beargrass Creek Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study. The two entities are taking a big step in improving the Beargrass Creek

20 Aug 2019

District applauds 2019 LDP II grads

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District’s Leadership Development Program Level II participants graduated Aug. 15, 2019, in a ceremony held at the Romano Mazzoli Federal Building in Louisville, Kentucky. This 11-month professional development program is designed to help mold the future leaders of the Louisville District and the Corps of