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US Army Corps of Engineers

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The Pittsburgh District Public Affairs Office interacts with representatives of the media as a resource providing information regarding what the Corps of Engineers does for the region, expert commentary in an array of engineering fields for local issues, and general knowledge.

Latest News Releases

Corps of Engineers awards contract for Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 removal

9/5/2023

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District awards a nearly $30 million contract to remove the Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania. Click here to read the full release.

Corps increases operational activity, public information session at Shallow Land Disposal Area

8/24/2023

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District announces an increase in operational activity and a public information session for the Shallow Land Disposal Area in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, in preparation for site remediation. Click here to read the full release.

Corps announces Notice of Availability for leasing/developing land at Woodcock Lake Park

8/22/2023

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District announced a Notice of Availability (NOA) for Woodcock Lake Park, the leasing is available for viewing on Woodcock Creek Lake’s website at https://www.lrp.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lakes/Woodcock-Creek-Lake/Woodcock-Creek-Lake-Leasing-Development-Opportunity/. Click here to read the full release.

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On June 5, Warren Area High School's class of 2020 had the best dam graduation ever when they graduated with a view from the top of Kinzua Dam.

Congratulations to these students and all seniors graduating this spring on their big accomplishment!

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History of the Monongahela River Navigation System: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District

Sept. 1, 2023 | 7:37

The Monongahela River Navigation System was acquired by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1887. Soon after acquisition, the corps began replacing the locks and dams on the lower portion of the river and upgrading the navigation system to accommodate the growing commercial use of the river.