23 Oct 2024

Largest prescribed burn to date conducted on Raystown Land

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District and the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PAGC) implemented prescribed fire management on approximately 360 acres at the Raystown Lake Project, Oct. 22.

15 Oct 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District personnel deploy in support of major storm responses

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District deployed more than 15 specially trained personnel to various locations on the East Coast in early Oct. to support ongoing Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton response and recovery efforts.

10 Oct 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awards $40 million contract for Chesapeake Bay restoration project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, awarded a $39.9 million contract to Seacoast

9 Oct 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct feasibility study for Washington Metro backup water supply

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, and Metropolitan Washington Council of

8 Oct 2024

Army Corps of Engineers announces extended closure to Snyder’s Run Boat Launch

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, has announced that the construction project at the Snyder’s Run Boat Launch has extended the closure of the Snyder’s Run Boat Launch until Saturday, October 19th, 2024.

23 Sep 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announce temporary Snyder’s Run Boat Launch Area closure

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, will close Snyder’s Run Boat Launch from September 30th, 2024 - October 13th, 2024 to complete repairs to the launch ramp approach area.

18 Sep 2024

Washington Aqueduct wins regional awards for best tasting drinking water, advances to national competition

The Washington Aqueduct earned multiple taste test awards for drinking water produced at its

16 Sep 2024

Raystown Lake announces access opportunities for 2024-2025 hunting season

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, announces the opening of several access roads to accommodate various upcoming hunting seasons at Raystown Lake.

30 Aug 2024

Army Corps announces temporary Tatman Run Recreation Area closure

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, in coordination with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), will close Tatman Run Recreation Area to clear way for the finalization of a stream bank repair and bridge project by the entrance to the park on Route 994. The closure is effective Tuesday, Sep. 3, 2024, with restored access to Tatman Run Boat Launch estimated to be in October 2024.

28 Aug 2024

Generations on the Water

Born in Cecil County, Baltimore District’s Jacob Tuer was destined for a life on the water. His neighborhood had a slip for the family boat, and he spent countless hours on jon boats cruising the Elk River with his father, Jeff, who operated survey vessels for the Baltimore District from 2014 to 2018. But when a container ship struck the Key Bridge, leading to its collapse and blocking a vital shipping channel, another member of this family of Maryland watermen, Jacob’s brother Matthew, found his path converging with his brother’s in an unexpected way.

28 Aug 2024

USACE Public Affairs - Ensuring Trust & Transparency During the Key Bridge Response

When the sun rose over the Patapsco River on March 26, it unmasked a shadow of tragedy and despair. The historic Francis Scott Key Bridge was destroyed, the M/V DALI sat immovable in the Fort McHenry Federal Channel, six lives were lost, thousands were out of work and the flow of commerce into and out of the Port of Baltimore was brought to a halt. Knowing the mission to come, it was that morning when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District Public Affairs Office would rally its extensive communications capabilities.

15 Aug 2024

USACE Responds to Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

In the early morning of March 26, 2024, crew aboard Motor Vessel DALI issued the mayday call moments before the crash that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge, enabling authorities to limit vehicle traffic on the span. The collapse of this pivotal piece of infrastructure sent eight construction workers into the Patapsco River below, taking the lives of six of them.

14 Aug 2024

Versatile Ecologist Takes on Multiple Roles to Ensure Smooth Operations at Unified Command Center

In the heart of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), where efficiency is paramount and every role is critical, Amani Khalil stands out as a beacon of adaptability and expertise.

14 Aug 2024

Baltimore Native Leads Coordination Efforts for US Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore in Key Bridge Response

In the heart of Baltimore, Kimberly Matthews, a design manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore, stands at the forefront of disaster mitigation efforts, orchestrating a seamless coordination between USACE engineers and architectural engineering firms.

14 Aug 2024

From Bugs to Bridges: A Biologist’s Dedication Shines in Baltimore Harbor Crisis

Ariel Poirier, a biologist with USACE Baltimore, applies her passion for nature and expertise as an operations liaison in response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

12 Aug 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completes Baltimore Storm Risk Management Study; $77 million identified for city tunnels

Lt. Gen. Scott A. Spellmon, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Commanding General and 55th U.S. Army Chief

25 Jul 2024

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, welcomes new commanding officer

Col. Francis Pera became the 70th commander and district engineer of the U.S. Army Corps of

15 Jul 2024

Corps of Engineers to host public meetings regarding SM-1A deactivated nuclear power plant

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, will host a series of in-person and virtual

9 Jul 2024

Latest Oysters Outcome data shows Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement will be met

Newly released data from June 6, 2024, on oyster reef restoration in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries indicates that the Oysters Outcome in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed agreement will be met by the 2025 deadline.

4 Jul 2024

Washington Aqueduct recommends lift of Boil Water Advisory for District of Columbia and parts of Northern VA

The Washington Aqueduct recommends lifting the Boil Water Advisory issued Jul. 3, 2024, for the District of Columbia and portions of Northern Virginia after water levels return to normal ranges.