17 Mar 2026

Rangers complete readiness training, gear up for recreation season

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (March 17, 2026) – In preparation for the 2026 recreation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District hosted its annual Park Ranger Workshop March 10–12 at Chattanooga State Community College. More than 50 rangers representing 10 lakes headed to the Erlanger Health Science Center for critical instruction on wilderness first aid, visitor assistance, and encroachment management, ensuring they are fully equipped to handle the complexities of shoreline management, public engagement, and water safety this year.

3 Mar 2026

Mission Uninterrupted: How the Louisville District weathered the freeze

Last month, a widespread winter storm wreaked havoc across the region, bringing hazardous conditions, heavy ice and prolonged freezing temperatures to the Ohio River Basin. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District personnel worked around the clock to maintain safe and reliable operations despite the severe winter weather.

25 Feb 2026

Louisville District holds public meeting on Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District hosted an informational public meeting to provide an update on Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project at Rough River Lake in Falls of Rough, Kentucky Feb. 24, 2026.

3 Jun 2025

Cumberland River intertwined with story of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 3, 2025) – The steady flow of the Cumberland River is intertwined with the story of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. As the Army and USACE mark a quarter-millennium of service this month, it’s fitting to highlight the Nashville District’s enduring legacy in shaping the landscape of the region, reducing flood risk, powering communities, establishing navigation, promoting safe recreation, and stewarding natural resources.

14 May 2025

USACE leadership visits Beattyville, Kentucky ahead of final flood risk management report

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District recently hosted Maj. Gen. Jason Kelly, Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, on a visit to Beattyville, Kentucky, May 13, 2025, to conduct a site visit and receive a pre-chief’s report briefing on the Kentucky River, Beattyville, Flood

25 Mar 2025

USACE successfully completes 101st Division Artillery Maintenance Facility

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the completion of the Medium Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Feb. 25, 2025. This $30.6 million facility is designed to support operational readiness by providing advanced maintenance capabilities for military vehicles.“This is the first

3 Mar 2025

USACE successfully completes 101st Division Artillery Maintenance Facility

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the completion of the Medium Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Feb. 25, 2025. This $30.6 million facility is designed to support operational readiness by providing advanced maintenance capabilities for military vehicles.“This is the first

1 Mar 2025

The Louisville District kicks off Flood Risk Management Study in Eastern Kentucky

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District is spearheading a Flood Risk Management study in Eastern Kentucky, aiming to develop long-term solutions for communities historically impacted by severe flooding. The study area covers the basins of the North, Middle and South Forks of the Kentucky River, spanning over 2,600 square miles. This

28 Feb 2025

USACE Louisville District responds to flooding across Kentucky

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District team jumped into action, working around the clock to actively monitor and mitigate flooding impacts across Kentucky in mid-February. Wide-spread moderate to major flooding occurred throughout the Commonwealth and resulted in elevated water levels at many of the district’s Flood Risk Management

27 Feb 2025

USACE inspection confirms Martins Fork Dam stability after historic water levels

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District conducted a special dam inspection at Martins Fork Dam on Feb. 25, following a record-setting high water event.