20 Jun 2016

Tribal opportunities with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

The assistant secretary of the Army for civil works is implementing two significant actions that will benefit federally recognized tribes and their communities. These actions will expand opportunities for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Indian tribes to partner on water resources projects and activities of mutual interest; such as flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, emergency response, and the protection and management of natural and cultural resources.

1 Jun 2016

Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced it is seeking comments on its proposal to renew and revise 50 nationwide permits for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. In addition, USACE is proposing to issue two new nationwide permits that pertain to authorizing the removal of low-head dams and the construction and maintenance of living shorelines.

4 May 2016

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Albuquerque District Welcomes New Commander

Lieutenant Colonel James L. Booth will assume command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Albuquerque District during a formal change of command ceremony May 12, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the district headquarters, 4101 Jefferson Plaza N.E.

22 Dec 2015

Midwinter Bald Eagle Watch at Abiquiu Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Abiquiu Lake will be hosting its annual Midwinter Eagle Watch on Saturday January 9, 2016, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The event is open to the public. Volunteers will be meeting at the Abiquiu Lake project office and are asked to dress warmly and bring binoculars, notepads, and drinking water.

22 Dec 2015

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces changes in recreation day use fees beginning Jan. 1, 2016

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that beginning Jan. 1, 2016, the recreation day use fees charged for boat launches and swimming beaches managed by USACE will change to a simpler fee structure. The fee for a USACE annual pass to these facilities will also change.

3 Dec 2015

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin issuing America the Beautiful

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that beginning Jan. 1, 2016, approximately 240 of its recreation projects nationwide will begin issuing America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Interagency Passes.

25 Nov 2015

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jemez Canyon Dam Announces Temporary Suspension of Recreation

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District, announces the temporary suspension of recreation at the Jemez Canyon Dam recreation (overlook) area, effective Nov. 30, 2015.

20 Oct 2015

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Cochiti Lake Campground Announces Winter Closure Dates

The Cochiti Lake Project is announcing the annual seasonal closure of the Cochiti Project Campground, effective Nov. 1, 2015. The entire Cochiti Campground will be closed to all overnight camping and day use activities from Nov. 1, 2015 through Feb. 28, 2016.

15 Sep 2015

ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PLANS INVESTIGATION PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULED

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be hosting an informal public information meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2015, from 5 to 7 pm, at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 2201 F.G. Amin Street in Truth or Consequences, N.M., to discuss the upcoming remedial investigation at the former Deming Precision Bombing Range No. 24, which is located 25 miles southwest of Truth or Consequences.

8 Sep 2015

Army Corps of Engineers supports new “Every Kid in a Park” recreation initiative

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation for the start of a new initiative to give every child in the United States the chance to explore and learn about America’s great outdoors. The Every Kid in a Park initiative will provide all fourth grade students and their families with free admission for a full year to more than 2,000 federally-managed sites nationwide.