8 May 2025

Summer Dredging in Ashtabula Continues Building of Wetland Habitat

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District awarded a $1.5 million contract to Toledo-based Geo. Gradel Co. on May 7 to conduct dredging of the federal navigation channel in Ashtabula Harbor. Material dredged will be placed in USACE’s beneficial use project in Ashtabula’s outer harbor, continuing the creation of up to 16.5 acres of new wetland habitat and significantly improving the condition of the harbor for native plant and animal life on Lake Erie.

8 May 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages use of the Regulatory Request System for an improved permitting experience

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to encourage the public to use the Regulatory Request

7 May 2025

Bald Eagles Prompt Temporary Closure of Select Shenango River Lake Campsites

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District will temporarily close select campsites at Shenango River Lake, beginning May 9, to protect a nesting pair of federally-protected bald eagles in compliance with federal wildlife laws.

7 May 2025

Largest Great Lakes Dredging Operation Starting Fall 2025

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District and its contractor Michigan-based Ryba Marine Construction Company will begin the largest dredging operation on the Great Lakes this fall. This year’s dredging of Toledo Harbor’s federal navigation channel – which requires the largest quantity of material to be dredged from any Great Lakes harbor – is part of a two-year contract totaling $8.6 million, and ensures accessible depths for large vessels, the continued flow of commodities across the Great Lakes, and the economic viability of United States waterways.

6 May 2025

Corps of Engineers begins work at Grand Haven Government Basin

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District construction to replace timber fenders on the East and West Government Basin Piers in Grand Haven begins May 19, 2025.   The wooden fenders, used as bumpers to protect vessels from damage against concrete and steel navigation structures, will be hoisted into place using Corps of Engineers floating platforms and welding them into place. The work is scheduled to be completed in mid-July. 

5 May 2025

Chicago District Engineers Selected for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Forward Engineer Support Team

Six civilian professionals from across the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have been selected to deploy with active duty leadership as part of the 62nd Forward Engineer Support Team – Advanced (FEST-A) mission. Among those chosen are Michael Haefeli and Alan Jaski from the USACE Chicago District.

2 May 2025

Corps of Engineers releases Line 5 Tunnel Project tentative timeline

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District released an updated Line 5 Tunnel Project permit review and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) timeline May 2, 2025. The Draft EIS is expected to be published in the Federal Register on May 30, 2025. The Detroit District will conduct a 30-day public comment period (May 30 to June 30, 2025) following the release of the Draft EIS. “Public participation is an important part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process to ensure a thorough environmental analysis, and an effective, consistent and well-informed decision,” Detroit District Commander Lt. Col. Wallace Bandeff said.

1 May 2025

USACE Chicago District Hosts Successful Industry Open House

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District welcomed more than 130 industry professionals, contractors, and vendors to its annual Industry Open House, held at the district headquarters in downtown Chicago. The event serves as a vital opportunity for private-sector partners to engage directly with district leadership, learn about upcoming contract opportunities, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the district’s mission and priorities.

1 May 2025

Connecting people, project and purpose: The story of an outreach coordinator

An outreach coordinator is often the public’s first point of contact with the U.S. Army Corps of

30 Apr 2025

USACE announces public review period for Patoka Lake Master Plan

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has updated its 1974 Master Plan for Patoka Lake located in Dubois, Indiana.