Northwestern Division

Notice of Availability: A historical overview of the Coos Bay North Jetty

Press Operations — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:52:10 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announces the availability of a new, comprehensive historical manuscript detailing the cultural, maritime, and engineering history of the Coos Bay North Jetty on the Oregon coast.

New USACE Regulatory Request System improves permit process nationwide

Abigail Chipps — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:02:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) Seattle District Regulatory Division reviews thousands of permit applications each year. From infrastructure improvements to shoreline work, USACE regulators play an important role in protecting the nation’s aquatic resources and navigation capacity, while enabling reasonable development through fair and balanced decisions.

High water flows expected during Cherry Creek Dam annual maintenance; officials urge caution

Press Operations — Mon, 18 May 2026 21:59:35 GMT

Higher than normal water flows through Cherry Creek Dam will begin Wednesday, May 20, as part of annual sediment flushing by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District to help ensure proper operation of the dam’s outlet gates.

People, Peril and Perseverance: The Enduring Legacy of the Coos Bay North Jetty

Pentagon News — Fri, 15 May 2026 15:39:00 GMT

The early 1800s heralded a period of immense change for the Coos Bay area with the arrival of its first non-Indigenous people: fur traders seeking fortune and military expeditions charting the new frontier. The discovery of gold and coal along Oregon’s southern coast in the 1850s intensified the rush of land speculation that followed.

Libby Dam Transitions to Recreation.gov for Campground Reservations and Payments

Press Operations — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:35:00 GMT

Libby Dam transitions to Recreation.gov for all campground reservations and day-use picnic shelter reservations fee payments, starting May 22. The shift modernizes the visitor experience at all USACE-owned recreation areas, providing a more streamlined and reliable process for travelers and local outdoor enthusiasts.

Public health update concerning harmful algae at Kansas City District Pomme de Terre Lake

Press Operations — Wed, 13 May 2026 19:50:18 GMT

Effective immediately, Nemo Beach and Wheatland Beach are closed to the public until further notice. The beaches will remain closed until water conditions improve. USACE staff are actively inspecting the beaches and monitoring water conditions.

Willamette Valley reservoirs face drought, Army Corps to discuss at public meetings

Press Operations — Tue, 12 May 2026 17:11:00 GMT

Army water managers will hold two virtual information sessions on Tuesday, May 19, to discuss severe drought conditions and the summer forecast for the Willamette Valley’s 13 reservoirs. According to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, it is the sixth driest in terms of water year precipitation to-date since 1980 in the Willamette Valley. Low rainfall and snowpack have created widespread drought conditions across the region, impacting the efforts to refill the reservoirs and keep them full.

District employee set to retire after 43-year career of safeguarding buildings, people

Delanie Stafford — Mon, 11 May 2026 17:38:47 GMT

A longtime U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District employee will retire this summer after more than four decades shaping how military and federal buildings withstand threats and conserve energy.

Water managers to hold meeting as Rogue River Basin faces historically dry year

Press Operations — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:41:00 GMT

Water managers will hold two public information sessions May 18 to discuss historically low water levels in the Rogue River Basin. The experts from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) said the basin is currently on track for one of its worst years on record for water scarcity. Low rainfall and snowpack have created drought conditions for Lost Creek and Applegate lakes, creating challenges for refilling the basin’s two reservoirs ahead of the summer recreation season.

Missouri River upper basin runoff forecast lowered due to dry conditions

Press Operations — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:40:05 GMT

The updated 2026 calendar year runoff forecast for the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa, continues to be below average. April runoff in the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City was 1.5 million acre-feet, 51% of average. The 2026 calendar year runoff forecast above Sioux City is 17.1 MAF, 67% of average. The runoff forecast is based on current soil moisture conditions, mountain snowpack, and long-term precipitation and temperature outlooks.

Stockton Lake boat ramp and fishing dock reopened after major repairs

Press Operations — Wed, 06 May 2026 13:09:34 GMT

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, announces the reopening of the Crabtree Cove Boat Ramp and Fishing Dock at Stockton Lake. The closure began on March 16, 2026, to allow for significant repairs to the boat ramp maneuver area.

Libby Dam Volunteer Spotlight: Barbara Grant

Nicole L. Celestine — Mon, 04 May 2026 23:06:04 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Libby Dam spotlight Volunteer Barbara Grant, as part of National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2026). In 2025, Libby Dam ranked No. 60 of 322 USACE-managed projects in the nation for volunteer contributions; the cadre of 28 volunteers contributed 3,741 hours of service.

USACE-KC District is hosting the Spring Open House at the Mead former Nebraska Ordnance Plant

Press Operations — Mon, 04 May 2026 15:16:54 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, will host an Outdoor Open House from 4:30-5:15 p.m. and a Site bus tour will occur from 5:15 p.m. to approximately 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Main Groundwater Treatment Plant in Ashland, Nebraska located at the junction of County Road 6 and County Road F.

Public crossing at Lower Monumental Lock and Dam closed on May 12

Press Operations — Fri, 01 May 2026 21:08:44 GMT

KAHLOTUS, Wash. – The public crossing at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Lower Monumental Lock and Dam will be closed May 12 for maintenance.

District revives Brainstorm the Castle innovation initiative

Pentagon News — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:28:30 GMT

Innovation often starts with a simple idea, like an observation from someone doing the work every day who sees a better way to accomplish the mission. A program known as Brainstorm the Castle is giving employees across the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District a platform to turn those ideas into real improvements that strengthen operations, streamline processes and support the district’s mission.

“We’re replacing everything — screens, systems, all of it,” A closer look into command center and conference room renovations

Pentagon News — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Regular meetings, presentations or briefing complex projects to high-level military and civilian leaders is foundational to the culture of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. That’s why the Kansas City District is undergoing a massive undertaking to improve technology in its emergency operations center and the plethora of conference rooms around its headquarters.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials advise boaters to expect earlier high water levels

Press Operations — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:23:00 GMT

Vessel owners should closely monitor lake elevations and adjust mooring as necessary.Water managers

Public invited to attend Albeni Falls Dam Public Meeting May 7

Press Operations — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:54:33 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting its public meeting May 7 in Sandpoint, Idaho, to inform the public on upcoming spring operations, restricted gate operations and other topics pertaining to Albeni Falls Dam.

Caring for Those Who Serve: New Hospital Opens at Fort Leonard Wood

Diana McCoy — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:46:00 GMT

After six years of construction and much excitement among the community it serves, the opening of the new General Leonard Wood Community Hospital was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 31, 2026, bringing partners from across the region together to mark the important event. Drawing a large and enthusiastic crowd to the event, the ceremony marked off a milestone for the project, which provides a much needed and highly anticipated modern healthcare facility for the military community in and around Fort Leonard Wood, in Pulsaki County, Missouri.

Secretary Telle, Senator Ricketts tour Missouri River, discuss future of flood protection in Nebraska

Andrew Nystrom — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:56:57 GMT

Federal leaders toured the Missouri River corridor April 9 to assess power generation and flood protection infrastructure and discuss future risk reduction efforts in Nebraska. Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle joined Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts and Maj. Gen. Jason E. Kelly, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers deputy commanding general for civil and emergency operations, during the visit, which included project briefings, a river tour and meetings with regional stakeholders hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District.