29 Apr 2011

Corps of Engineers offers spring recreation opportunities on Lake Bryan

STARBUCK, Wash. – Outdoors enthusiasts can enjoy spring at recreation facilities on Lake Bryan managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

29 Apr 2011

Corps of Engineers offers spring recreation opportunities on Lower Granite Lake

POMEROY, Wash. – Outdoors enthusiasts can enjoy spring at recreation facilities on Lower Granite Lake managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

26 Apr 2011

Corps offers spring recreation opportunities at Mill Creek, Bennington Lake

WALLA WALLA, Wash. – Outdoors enthusiasts can enjoy spring at recreation facilities operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

22 Apr 2011

Corps hosts ‘Industry Day’ in Walla Walla and Boise to learn about federal contracting opportunities

WALLA WALLA, Wash. – The Walla Walla District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting “Industry Day” in Walla Walla, Wash., on April 28 and Boise, Idaho, on May 12. The district is inviting anyone interested in learning about tools needed to do business with the Corps, upcoming contract opportunities and how to compete for them, or showcasing their capabilities to Corps personnel. There is no charge to participate, but seating is limited, and RSVPs are required.

20 Apr 2011

Corps of Engineers completes Hanford Reach Interpretive Center draft Environmental Assessment and other key reviews

Walla Walla, Wash. – The Walla Walla District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has completed a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Hanford Reach Interpretive Center project. The Center is a project of the Richland Public Facilities District, which proposed to build on a project site on Corps-administered land located in Columbia Park West in Richland, Wash. The Corps proposes to approve construction of the Center if the proposed action is determined to not significantly affect the quality of the human environment and does not require preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), a more in-depth document.

19 Apr 2011

Corps hosts free Earth Day event, fishing fun for kids

BURBANK, Wash. – Start looking for that fishing rod and tackle box you stowed away for the winter! Young anglers are invited to a free Earth Day celebration, featuring a kids’ fishing event on Saturday, April 23, from 8 a.m. to noon, at Hood Park.

12 Apr 2011

Lower Monumental Dam crossings closed until further notice; travelers should plan alternate routes across Snake River

KAHLOTUS, WASH. – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District officials announced vehicle crossings on Lower Monumental Lock and Dam are closed until further notice due to operational limitations. Travelers should plan alternate routes across the river for the next several weeks.

8 Apr 2011

Walla Walla District prepares to close Corps-managed recreation areas if there is a government shutdown; Parks leased to non-federal agencies and concessionaires to remain open

WALLA WALLA, WASH. – The Walla Walla District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is preparing for the closure of all Corps-operated campgrounds and day-use parks beginning Saturday, April 9, if the potential shutdown of the federal government goes into effect. Affected recreation areas would not reopen until after the shutdown is lifted. Corps visitor centers at Walla Walla District locks and dams are included in this closure.

7 Apr 2011

Flows Increase on Boise River through Boise

BOISE -- The Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be increasing water releases from Lucky Peak Dam Friday to help manage water flows during the spring runoff period.

30 Mar 2011

Corps of Engineers completes Dworshak Public Use Plan

AHSAHKA, Idaho – With significant public input, the Walla Walla District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has completed a new “Dworshak Reservoir Public Use Plan” that addresses recreation management changes needed based on current reservoir operating conditions.