News from May 2023


Headwaters Highlights: Dam Safety Team Conducts Regular ‘Doctor Visits’ to Prevent Flooding Disasters

Before smartphones and GPS, Ed Wehner was driving to a reservoir for work but got lost a few miles from the dam. So he stopped at a nearby gas station to ask for directions.


DCV Gelberman: Leading the Fleet Week NYC Parade in Style

Fleet Week in New York City is a cherished tradition, a week-long celebration that every year invites a host of U.S. Navy ships, Coast Guard cutters, and Royal Canadian Navy vessels to dock in the metropolis and give the public a glimpse into the world of maritime defense and naval operations.


Congrats to February Employee of the Month, Joey Cabay!

ongratulations to Metals Unit Welder/Fitter Leaderman, Mr. Joey Cabay, on his Employee of the Month recognition for the month of February!


Temporary Closure: Along Almonaster Ave.

Work related to the Southeast Louisiana Urban Flood Control Project (SELA).


U.S. Army Corps of Engineers releases third and final report on sampling results from Jana Elementary School

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District released the third and final report today detailing the results of its findings from extensive sampling and testing at Jana Elementary School in Florissant, Missouri.


USACE Wilmington to hold a public open house for the Wilmington Harbor 403 Letter Report and Environmental Impact Statement

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District is conducting a public comment period through 30 June 2023 and will host a public open house on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 4:00 PM at Cape Fear Community College, Union Station Building, 502 N Front St. Wilmington, NC 28401.


USACE seeks public input on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System 12-foot Channel Deepening Project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock and Tulsa Districts are seeking public input on the MKARNS 12-foot Channel Deepening Project.


U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Construction project repurposes items from Fort Stewart barracks renovation

Building 633, a 46-year-old Volunteer Army barracks, is getting extensive internal renovations, and the old doors, cabinets and other such hardware items that were removed are being repurposed at various locations on the installation and throughout Georgia.


Westerman Applauds Permitting Provisions in Fiscal Responsibility Act

On May 30, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement about the permitting reform provisions included in the Fiscal Responsibility Act:


Voluntary Climbing Closure in June

The month of June holds spiritual and cultural significance for the tribes closely associated with Mato Tipila – Bear Lodge (Devils Tower).


Cape Lookout National Seashore Reports Fatality on Shackleford Banks

At approximately 4:30 PM on Sunday, May 28th, an accident involving three individuals in a rented boat occurred in the ocean south of Shackleford Banks.



Special Commemoration Programs and Events during the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg

Gettysburg National Military Park staff will commemorate the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on July 1, 2, and 3, with a series of free hikes, walks and talks that discuss, explore, and reflect on this important turning point in the American Civil War.


Mariposa Grove Prescribed Burn: May 30-31, 2023

Yosemite National Park fire crews have several prescribed burns planned over the next several weeks.


SciGirls TV Show Screening at National Park

Everyone is invited to the Indiana Dunes National Park’s visitor center on Friday, June 2nd at 6:30 pm for a special screening of the PBS TV show, SciGirls.


SciGirls TV Show Screening at National Park

Everyone is invited to the Indiana Dunes National Park’s visitor center on Friday, June 2nd at 6:30 pm for a special screening of the PBS TV show, SciGirls.


Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve invites public comment on a Development Concept Plan and Environmental Assessment for Kingsley Plantation

imucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve seeks public input on a Development Concept Plan and Environmental Assessment that prescribes site improvements and management at Kingsley Plantation.


Temporary Closures for Herbicide Application

From June 3 to June 7, a team of biologists and resource staff will be applying herbicide to control non-native giant cane (Arundo donax) along the river in the Rio Grande Village area.


Petrified Forest Hosts Four Artists-In-Residence for the 2023 Season

Artwork has been integral to the protection, preservation, and public enjoyment of our national parks. Since the park’s hundredth birthday in 2006, Artists-in-Residence have offered their creative interpretation of the Petrified Forest.


Local Painter Presents Solo Exhibit at Sandy Hook

Middletown, N.J. –By the Sea an exhibit of paintings by Gregory Lewis, will open on Saturday, June 3.