19 Dec 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Chicago District to host Regulatory Transformation Workshop

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District will host a Regulatory Transformation Workshop, an engaging public outreach event, on Wednesday, Jan 22 from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (CST) at the Chicago Marriott Naperville, 1801 N. Naper Blvd., Naperville, IL 60563.

19 Dec 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awards construction contract for Phase 2 of Rough River Dam Safety Modification project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District, awarded a base contract for $320 million to Thalle-Bauer LLC., out of Hillsborough, North Carolina, Dec. 18, for Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project. This is a base and option contract with the total contract value expected to be around $655M at contract completion. Phase 2 will include construction of a new outlet works and a full-depth cutoff wall across the dam, which will provide permanent risk reduction to communities downstream.

18 Dec 2025

Project partnership agreement signed to remove Peery’s Mill Dam

BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. (Dec. 18, 2025) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District recently signed a project partnership agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to remove the Peery’s Mill Dam from the Little River in Walland, Tennessee.

17 Dec 2025

Corps of Engineers to collect Christmas trees at Woodcock Creek Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District will accept live evergreen Christmas trees at Woodcock Creek Lake and repurpose the trees for aquatic habitat improvement projects, beginning Dec. 25.

17 Dec 2025

Corps of Engineers Investing $15.5M in Bird Island Pier and Buffalo Infrastructure

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District has awarded a $4.2 million contract to Michigan-based Ryba Marine Construction Co. for repairs to the Bird Island Pier along the Niagara River. The contract is part of $15.5 million in repairs to the pier, ensuring safe navigation, a strong regional economy, and protection of the City of Buffalo’s main drinking water source.

16 Dec 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District Deputy Commander Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District celebrated the promotion of Major Henry G. Harpen to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel during a ceremony held Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at district headquarters.

12 Dec 2025

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers actively managing Cumberland Basin reservoirs for power generation

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District is lowering water levels at several lakes across the Cumberland River Basin, including Lake Cumberland, Dale Hollow, and Center Hill, more than is typical for this time of year. This action is necessary to increase hydropower generation to meet regional energy demands during an extreme cold forecast. While lowering lake levels is a normal part of winter operations, the public should expect more significant and rapid fluctuations over the next week. USACE is urging marina operators, boaters, and dock owners to monitor the changing conditions and secure their property.

12 Dec 2025

USACE Louisville, Nashville districts to co-host Regulatory Program Workshop

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District and Nashville District will co-host a free Regulatory Transformation Workshop on Tuesday, Jan 13 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (EDT) at the Seelbach Hilton Hotel, located at 500 S 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202. All partners, stakeholders and the public are invited to attend to learn more about the USACE Regulatory Program, including recent initiatives to improve the timeliness of permit decisions while ensuring the protection of important aquatic resources and navigation.

4 Dec 2025

USACE Buffalo District receives additional funding to advance FUSRAP remediation efforts

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Buffalo District has received additional funding to advance efforts under the Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program (FUSRAP) to protect the health and well-being of communities and the environment. “Like emergency preparedness and disaster response, cleanup of these contaminated sites is a crucial mission at which the Corps of Engineers truly excels. These funds will enable the Corps of Engineers to accelerate their work so they can continue to deliver results for impacted communities across the nation,” said Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle. As a result of cost recovery efforts under FUSRAP, the Buffalo District will receive $70.5 million to further remediation activities at five projects in New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana.

1 Dec 2025

Corps of Engineers Completes Critical Repairs to Erie North Pier

The Erie North Pier – a critical navigation structure and popular community recreation spot – has been fully repaired by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District. Repairs to the pier ensure ships carrying hundreds of thousands of tons of cargo as well as recreational boaters can safely travel between the Great Lakes and Erie Harbor, supporting nearly $43 million in business revenue and labor income across the region.