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Bureau of Reclamation Seeks Comments on Marble Beach Project
The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking comments on the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for a bank stabilization project at Marble Beach on Lake Roosevelt in Stevens County, Washington. The proposed project would stabilize the shoreline, halt bank erosion, and reduce the potential for exposure and
USACE Hosts Christening Ceremony for New Survey Vessel Sarge
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District Irvington Site Office, hosted a christening ceremony for its new survey vessel, Sarge, on July 13, 2018, at the Irvington Site Office in Irvington, Ala. The Sarge was named in honor of former Irvington site employee Mr. Stephen Sema. Sema’s military
USACE Detroit Welcomes New Commander
Lt. Col. Greg Turner assumes command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, on Thursday, July 26, in a Change of Command ceremony rich with symbolism and heritage. As District Engineer, Turner, along with the district’s more than 400 employees, oversees an approximate $80 million pro
Permit Extension Announced for Lake Ontario Flood Repairs
Senator Pam Helming earlier this week announced that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has extended the application deadline for the Lake Ontario General Permit as well as the expiration date of the permit. According to an official statement, this will allow property owners
New Planning Document for Everglades Restoration
Yesterday, following the release of a revised Integrated Delivery Schedule (IDS) for Everglades restoration projects at the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration Task Force meeting, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio urged the Army Corps to work with the South Florida Water Management District, in consultation
Initial Funding Approved for Ponte Vedra Beach Project
The St. Johns County Commission approved financial assistance for the Ponte Vedra beach restoration scheme with a 3-2 majority vote on Tuesday, July 17. This will allow the county’s preferred engineering firm, Taylor Engineering, to begin the necessary preliminary work. “The county will now hire a c
Flagler County Kicks Off Canals Dredging Work
Drainage canals and ditches in western Flagler County were evaluated for maintenance needs and clearing work has begun, the Flagler County Government said in its latest release. Flagler County staff finished its assessment on Thursday, July 23, and immediately started clearing a 1.5 mile section of
Shuster Highlights Importance of Investing in Port Infrastructure
Retiring Congressman Bill Shuster, chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, earlier this week released a legislative discussion draft outlining his vision to invest in U.S. infrastructure, including for surface and water transportation programs. Among those voicing support and
Ponce de Leon Inlet Dredging About to Begin
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Jacksonville District said in their latest announcement that the maintenance dredging operations at Ponce de Leon Inlet and the surrounding intra-coastal waterway channels are set to start during the next month. The project, set to be conducted by Cavache, Inc. of P
CARE Meeting Set for Tomorrow
An advisory group that advises the state on remediation of the Grand Calumet River Area of Concern will discuss dredging of local waterways and habitat management efforts tomorrow, July 26, the State of Indiana said in their latest announcement. The Citizens Advisory for the Remediation of the Envir
House Passes Hampton Harbor Dredge Amendments
The New Hampshire Congresswoman Shea-Porter’s amendments to dredge Hampton and Portsmouth Harbors have been included in the House Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), which recently passed 408-2. Commenting the latest news, the New Hampshire Congresswoman said: “Hampton Harbor is New Hampshire’s
Baker-Polito: Navigational Dredging Pilot Program Announced
The Baker-Polito Administration yesterday announced a new pilot program to support dredging in coastal communities in the 2018 season. The 2018 Navigational Dredging Pilot Program will provide up to $4 million in grants to municipalities with shovel-ready projects for salt water dredging of public w