U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Coverage of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the Nexus archive.
- Meet the Capital Region man who bought Exit 19
Garry Lewis transformed the Exit 19 interchange in Satsuma, Louisiana, into a mixed-use development with an executive airport and the Patriots RV Resort. His projects include residential communities, commercial properties, and infrastructure improvements, despite challenges like wetlands disputes and local opposition.
- Businesses gather signatures opposing Line 5 tunnel following Bad River drilling fluid spill
A coalition of over 200 Great Lakes business owners opposes Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project following a 1,900-gallon drilling fluid spill in Wisconsin. The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and environmental advocates argue the spill violates permits and threatens tribal lands, while Enbridge claims the cleanup is underway and compliance is ongoing.
- Traffic shift planned for Deep Creek Bridge July 2-3
Drivers will experience a traffic shift and reduced speed limit in the westbound lane of the Deep Creek Bridge from July 2-3, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The changes are part of ongoing work in the area.
- Alaska tribes fight controversial gold mine project
Alaska Native tribes are challenging the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' approval of a gold mining project in a pristine northwestern Alaska estuary. The project, involving industrial suction dredging, has been approved despite concerns about environmental degradation and threats to tribal subsistence practices.
- New $25M regional study aims to secure backup water supply beyond the Potomac River
A $25 million regional study called 'Secure the Source' is being launched by WSSC Water, the Washington Aqueduct, and Fairfax Water to identify a large-scale backup water supply for the D.C. area, addressing vulnerabilities in the region’s reliance on the Potomac River. The study aims to ensure emergency water access for weeks if the river becomes unusable due to drought or contamination.
- Living shoreline aims to mitigate flooding, erosion in Lewes, Delaware
Lewes, Delaware faces tidal flooding and erosion due to climate change, prompting University of Delaware researchers to develop a hybrid living shoreline with native grasses, oyster shells, and artificial domes. The project, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, aims to reduce infrastructure damage, protect marine habitats, and support local businesses affected by rising seas and storms.
- Dredging project near Port Everglades draws lawsuit, environmental concerns
A dredging project near Port Everglades faces a lawsuit from environmental groups alleging violations of the Endangered Species Act. The project, which involves creating a 10.8-acre offshore pit for sand bypassing, is criticized for threatening endangered staghorn coral populations. Previous dredging projects, such as the 2013 Port Miami expansion, have caused significant coral damage.
- Trump's border wall deal you can't refuse
The Trump administration is pressuring Texas landowners to cooperate with border wall construction, threatening to use eminent domain if necessary. The rushed process has caused frustration among residents, ranchers, and the tourism industry due to inaccurate surveys and environmental waivers.
- Supreme Court rules for Michigan in its fight to shut down an aging energy pipeline
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Michigan's lawsuit to shut down a section of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac will remain in state court, citing Enbridge's delay in moving the case to federal court. The pipeline, operational since 1953, has faced legal battles over safety concerns and environmental risks, with Michigan revoking its easement in 2020 and Enbridge seeking permits for a protective tunnel.