Interior Newswire Report News
Bureau of Land Management announces Plan Ahead This Memorial Day Weekend and Beyond
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lakeview District asks the public to recreate responsibly and be mindful of the potential for wildfires.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $62.5 Million Through Investing in America Agenda for Endangered Species Recovery Planning
By Interior Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
On May 19, on Endangered Species Day, the Department of the Interior announced a $62.5 million investment from the Inflation Reduction Act to help plan for endangered species recovery efforts that will be implemented over the next several years to benefit more than 300 species currently listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
BLM invites public to Idaho Resource Advisory Council meeting and field tour
By Interior Newswire Report | May 21, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet at the BLM Boise District Office, 3948 Development Ave., Boise, ID 83705 for an in-person field tour of public land projects on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time (MDT).
Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility Closes for Construction
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is temporarily closing the Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility for construction operations between May 22 and September 30.
Army Corps invites public comment on shoreline protection plan at Ofu Airport
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Honolulu District, in partnership with the American Samoa Department of Port Administration (DPA) is announcing the release of a Draft Integrated Feasibility Report and Environmental Assessment (IFR/EA) which identifies a proposed plan for shoreline protection at the Ofu Airport in American Samoa.
USACE to host groundbreaking ceremony for spillway improvements at Pipestem Dam in Jamestown, North Dakota
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, in partnership with the prime contractor, Barnard Construction Company, will be hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for the Pipestem Dam Spillway project at the Pipestem Dam - near right abutment of dam crest, in Jamestown, North Dakota May 25, 2023, from 10-10:30 a.m.
Maintenance to temporarily close Canyon Lake Dam service road
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials at Canyon Lake will temporarily close the dam service road for embankment maintenance May 22 - 25, 2023.
Rangers Initiate Search for Fallen Climber
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
Denali National Park and Preserve rangers began an aerial and ground search for a climber who fell from the 16,000 foot ridge on the West Buttress to the Peters Glacier on the evening of Friday, May 19.
Salem Maritime Launches “Salem Merry-time Fest”
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
Join us for the Salem Merry-time Fest from noon to 7pm on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Salem Maritime National Historic Site on Derby Street.
Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center to reopen daily Memorial Day weekend, tours return in June
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
Starting May 25, 2023, the Bureau of Reclamation’s Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time. The outdoor, guided walking tours will resume June 16.
Public invited to attend Tiber Reservoir Public Meeting
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation is scheduled to host a public meeting at the Chester Community/Senior Center at 618 E. Adams Ave., Chester, Montana, 59522, to discuss recreation at Tiber Reservoir, May 24, 2023, from 6-8 p.m.
BLM Extends Public Scoping Period for Environmental Assessment to Streamline OHV Special Recreation Permits
By Interior Newswire Report | May 20, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will extend the public scoping period for the programmatic environmental assessment that will cover a range of Special Recreation Permits for Off-Highway Vehicle events in Nevada.
USACE closes swim beaches at Lost Bridge North and Damsite Peninsula until further notice
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Beaver Lake Project Office has closed the swim beaches at Lost Bridge North and Damsite Peninsula on Beaver Lake until further notice.
USACE opens larger, safer parking lot at Martis Valley Trail
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
In coordination with Placer County and the Northstar Community Services District, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers opened a new parking lot at Martis Creek Dam and Lake on May 19.
May 20-26 declared as Safe Boating Week in Arkansas
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District in partnership with the Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Entergy attended a Safe Boating Week Proclamation ceremony where Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders declared May 20-26 as Safe Boating Week in the Natural State
May 20-26 declared as Safe Boating Week in Arkansas
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District in partnership with the Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Entergy attended a Safe Boating Week Proclamation ceremony where Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders declared May 20-26 as Safe Boating Week in the Natural State.
USACE closes swim beaches at Cranfield and Oakland Park until further notice
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mountain Home Project Office has closed the swim beaches at Cranfield on Norfork Lake and Oakland Park on Bull Shoals Lake until further notice.
Buffalo District Regulators Host the NCNE Wetland Delineation Training
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District Regulatory Branch brought together 16 partners from different federal government agencies around the country to earn their certification in Northcoast Northeast Wetland Delineation through a four-day classroom and field training course, May 1-4, 2023.
St. Louis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers makes positive effect on the Mississippi River
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 1,200 ft. x 110 ft. lock chamber adjacent to the existing 600 ft. x 110 ft. lock chamber in Winfield, Mo. today.
Three Illinois Waterway locks to close temporarily June 1
By Interior Newswire Report | May 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, is temporarily closing the Brandon Road, Dresden Island and Marseilles locks on the Illinois Waterway, June 1, to facilitate needed repairs and maintenance.