23 May 2025

Nashville District highlights contracting opportunities at small business event

On May 20, 2025, small businesses gathered at Tennessee State University for BIZGOV Connect, a networking event focused on entering government contracting. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District led a breakout session offering direct access to contracting officers and updates on upcoming federal opportunities. Over 20 organizations, including the SBA, Turner Construction, and Metro Nashville Procurement, shared insights and resources. Attendees learned how to navigate SAM.gov and leverage programs for women-, veteran-, and minority-owned businesses. Organizers emphasized continued support for small businesses and encouraged follow-up through local APEX and SBA offices.

22 May 2025

Corps to Reopen Shenango River Lake Campsites Following High Water Closure

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District will reopen some of the Shenango River Lake campsites Friday, May 23, following a temporary closure.

22 May 2025

USACE to host Shallow Land Disposal Area public information session

Pittsburgh and Buffalo districts’ staff will host a public information session to update the public on the project’s status, upcoming site activities, and other topics of public interest for the Shallow Land Disposal Area (SLDA) site.

21 May 2025

Notice to Boaters: Interruptions to Black Rock Lock Traffic

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District will conduct drilling as part of a geotechnical investigation in the Black Rock Lock from May 29 through June 6, causing an interruption to traffic through the lock. During this period, passage through the lock by recreational vessels will only be available from May 31 through June 1, during regular operating hours.

21 May 2025

USACE 2025 Work Plan includes more than $280 million for Rough River Dam rehab and $1.2 million for Eastern KY flood study

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District will receive a total of approximately $424.9

19 May 2025

Corps invests $205 million in Tennessee, Kentucky projects

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District received $205 million in the FY2025 Work Plan to support infrastructure, navigation, and environmental stewardship in the Cumberland River Basin across Tennessee and Kentucky. Of this, $173 million is designated for operations and maintenance of dams, locks, and recreational facilities. An additional $32.2 million will fund ongoing construction of the Chickamauga Lock in Chattanooga, TN. Kentucky will receive $48.69 million, while Tennessee gets $124.31 million, with major investments in navigation, flood control, and hydropower systems. This funding supports safe, efficient infrastructure and benefits regional communities and the environment.

19 May 2025

Dredging on the Way for Great Sodus & Oak Orchard

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District awarded a $2 million contract to Michigan-based Dean Marine & Excavating on May 13 to conduct dredging of the federal navigation channels in Great Sodus Bay and Oak Orchard Harbor on Lake Ontario. Dredging of these harbors ensures accessible depths for vessels traveling the Great Lakes and enables recreational boating which supports more than $24 million in business revenue and labor income to the transportation sector combined.

19 May 2025

Dredging on the Way for Conneaut & Fairport Harbors

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District awarded a total of $9.3 million in contracts to Michigan-based Walsh Service Solutions, LLC on May 13 to conduct dredging of the federal navigation channels in Conneaut and Fairport harbor this summer. Dredging of harbors like these ensures accessible depths for large vessels, the continued flow of commodities across the Great Lakes, and the economic viability of United States waterways.

19 May 2025

USACE, Chicago District receives more than $255 million in Civil Works Appropriations for continuation of FY25 work plan

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Chicago District will receive a total of $255.3 million in funding under the Army Civil Works Programs. The amount covers costs for construction and operation & maintenance on projects on the FY25 work plan. The Chicago District’s area of responsibility includes water resource development in the Chicago metropolitan area, upper Illinois River watershed, Lake Michigan watershed in Wisconsin and upper Wabash River watershed in Indiana, covering an area of about 31,500 square miles.

16 May 2025

Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center Announces Operations for Summer 2025 Season

The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center in Duluth, Minnesota announces operations hours for the summer season. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center will have summer operating times of five days a week and six hours per operating day for the summer 2025 season. The opening days and times will be Thursday-Monday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. starting Memorial Day week through Labor Day week.