12 May 2025

Nolin River Lake recreational facilities impacted by high water

As the recreation season approaches, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District is providing an update regarding USACE-managed recreation areas at Nolin River Lake in Bee Spring, Kentucky, as it pertains to the recent high-water event. Nolin River Lake is working to assess, clean, and repair recreation facilities affected by spring flooding. Based on current conditions, we are adjusting our anticipated opening schedule as follows (subject to change).

9 May 2025

Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors to practice water safety

As millions of Americans plan visits to lakes and rivers throughout the Cumberland River basin this summer, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safety around open water.

25 Apr 2025

Old Hickory Beach traffic pattern changes May 1

OLD HICKORY, Tenn. (April 25, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is implementing a new traffic plan beginning May 1 for the Old Hickory Beach Day Use Area at Old Hickory Lake. The park staff plans to use a new fee both location and roundabout to better manage traffic flow at the intersection of Burnett Road and the beach and shelter area.

23 Apr 2025

Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area Welcomes Visitors for 2025 Season

The William B. Hoyt II Visitor Center at the Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area opens to the public Thursday, May 1 for its 2025 visitor season. Located on the Genesee River next to Letchworth State Park, the dam provides flood protection to downstream communities, including the City of Rochester, as well as a place to enjoy nature and outdoor recreation for the 73rd year.

24 Mar 2025

USACE announces Notice of Availability to Lease land at Pikes Ridge Campground Area at Green River Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District announces a Notice of Availability (NOA) to Lease Pikes Ridge Recreation Area at Green River Lake in Campbellsville, Kentucky.

24 Mar 2025

USACE announces Notices of Availability (NOA) to Lease land at Cave Creek and North Fork Multipurpose Recreation Areas at Rough River Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District announces two Notices of Availability (NOA) land lease opportunities at Rough River Lake in Kentucky.

5 Mar 2025

Fishing Creek Campground temporarily closed for major waterline repairs

The Lake Cumberland Resource Manager’s Office announces the temporary closure of Fishing Creek Campground due to essential repairs needed for the campground’s waterlines.

3 Jan 2025

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.

13 Dec 2024

USACE Nashville District awards contracts for Old Hickory tornado recovery

Near the one-year anniversary of the EF-2 tornado that severely damaged Old Hickory Lock & Dam and the Rockland Recreation area on Dec. 9, 2023, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District has awarded two contracts to rebuild and restore facilities affected by the tornado.

4 Dec 2024

USACE announces new management of select day-use areas in Green River Area

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District announces new management of day-use areas at select sites for the 2025 recreation season at the following lakes in the Green River Area, which includes Green River Lake in Campbellsville, Barren River Lake in Glasgow and Nolin River Lake in Mammoth Cave, Kentucky.