Northwestern Division News Releases

Corps lifts restrictions at campgrounds in Rogue and Willamette valleys

Press Operations — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 18:10:00 GMT

Campgrounds at Lost Creek, Cottage Grove, Dorena and Lookout Point lakes will open Thursday, June 11.

Big Bend campgrounds opening Thursday

Press Operations — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 17:54:00 GMT

Campgrounds and boat ramps operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Big Bend Project, South Dakota, will open Thursday after being closed to protect against the further spread of COVID-19; this will include Left Tailrace Campground.

USACE operated campgrounds at Garrison project now open

Press Operations — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 13:55:00 GMT

Campgrounds operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at the Garrison Project are open as of today after being closed to protect against the further spread of the COVID-19.

Oahe campgrounds opening Monday

Press Operations — Fri, 29 May 2020 21:16:00 GMT

Campgrounds operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at the Oahe, South Dakota, project will open Monday. This will include the Beaver Creek and Hazelton Campgrounds in North Dakota.

Corps of Engineers expands reservations at Fort Peck Downstream and West End Campgrounds

Press Operations — Fri, 29 May 2020 20:22:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will open the Downstream Campground and West End Tent and Trailer Campground at the Fort Peck, Montana project for camping Monday. Both campgrounds are moving to a full reservation system to streamline site occupancy and payments for visitors and staff. The cash-less process will help reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Gavins Point USACE campgrounds opening Monday

Press Operations — Fri, 29 May 2020 20:15:00 GMT

Campgrounds operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Gavins Point Project will open Monday. This will include Cottonwood and Nebraska Tailwaters campgrounds.

Army Corps opening Libby Dam Campgrounds

Press Operations — Fri, 22 May 2020 19:21:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) officials at Libby Dam will open Blackwell Flats and Dunn Creek Flats Campgrounds Friday afternoon, May 22, 2020, in time for Memorial Day weekend. While the campgrounds, boat ramps and day-use areas are open, the Libby Dam Visitor Center and Dam Tours will remain closed until further notice. Special Events have been cancelled or rescheduled for the fall. Picnic Shelters also remain closed, with no reservations available for now. Individual picnic tables are still available.

Corps relaxes restrictions for more recreation sites in Oregon

Press Operations — Fri, 15 May 2020 17:35:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District (Corps) is easing restrictions at additional recreational sites.

USACE operated campgrounds on Lake Sakakawea to remain closed until at least June 1

Press Operations — Mon, 11 May 2020 17:48:00 GMT

The Corps of Engineers operated campgrounds including the Downstream, East Totten Trail and Wolf Creek campgrounds in North Dakota will remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the earliest possible opening date being June 1.

Army Corps delays Albeni Falls Dam recreation season

Press Operations — Fri, 08 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) officials at Albeni Falls Dam have delayed its recreation season. Subject to state and federal changes in guidance the Corps is now tentatively scheduled to open Albeni Falls Dam recreation areas on June 19. The delay provides greater flexibility to contractors and protects against further spread of the coronavirus.

Boat ramp near Santee closed

Press Operations — Fri, 08 May 2020 22:28:00 GMT

In coordination with the Santee Sioux Tribe, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers managed boat ramp in the vicinity of Santee will be closed effective today. The closure will assist local efforts in combating the spread of COVID-19 within the local communities and will remain in effect until May 27, 2020.

Corps issues contract to build COVID-19 Montana Alternate Care Facility

Press Operations — Fri, 08 May 2020 20:43:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District has awarded a $2.6 million contract to build an Alternate Care Facility in Kalispell, Montana, to aid in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Corps relaxes restrictions for some recreation sites in Oregon and Washington

Press Operations — Thu, 07 May 2020 16:27:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is relaxing restrictions at some recreation sites May 7 as the first phase in a gradual relaxing of closures at Corps locations in Oregon and Washington.

Corps of Engineers opens multi-use recreation areas

Press Operations — Fri, 01 May 2020 00:28:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced day-use and multi-purpose recreation areas around Fort Peck Lake will open May 1 to normal activities, following physical distancing and group limitations to reduce spread of COVID-19.

Corps of Engineers modifying operations at Fort Peck recreational areas due to coronavirus

Press Operations — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 06:24:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Tuesday it will begin the orderly shutdown of all USACE-managed campgrounds around Fort Peck Lake to protect against the further spread of COVID-19, effective Wednesday.

Clinton Lake dam road closure related to COVID-19

Press Operations — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 22:42:00 GMT

The road across Clinton Dam (E 900 Road) will be closed as of 9:00 a.m. on April 7, 2020, until further notice due to unsafe gatherings and parking conditions near the south end of the dam. This decision was made in conjunction with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department with the safety of our visitors and community in mind.

Agencies encourage outdoor enthusiasts to “do the right thing”

Press Operations — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:59:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District has partnered with more than a dozen federal, state and local agencies in and around the Columbia River Gorge to encourage outdoor enthusiasts to “do the right thing” and comply with public health directives to stay home and reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Corps of Engineers announces closure of boat ramps near Big Bend Dam

Press Operations — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 01:38:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in coordination with the Crow Creek Sioux and Lower Brule Sioux tribes are closing the boat ramps near Big Bend Dam, near Fort Thompson, South Dakota, effective Friday.

Portland District closes all recreation sites to prevent spread of COVID-19

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:39:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is closing all recreation sites to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective March 30.

Kansas City District continues to prioritize levee rehabilitation

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:22:00 GMT

The Kansas City District continues to prioritize levee rehabilitation to repair damages incurred during 2019 historic flooding throughout the region. We are also committed to providing on-site quality assurance to awarded construction contracts all while practicing social distancing as long as necessary.