South Pacific Division News Releases

Cochiti Lake to reopen January 4, 2021

Press Operations — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 22:41:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Albuquerque District announced Dec. 21, 2020, that Cochiti Lake is scheduled to reopen for day use beginning Jan. 4, 2021.

Army Corps of Engineers extends America the Beautiful Military Recreation Pass benefits to veterans and Gold Star families

Press Operations — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 01:47:00 GMT

Beginning Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2020, all U.S. military veterans and Gold Star family members will be eligible to enter USACE-managed recreation areas free of charge where a day use recreation fee applies. This benefit does not apply to camping and camping-related services, or fees for specialized facilities (group picnic shelters) and events. Some facilities and activities on federal recreation lands are managed by private concessionaires whose services would not be covered by this benefit.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to hold events for National Public Lands Day, Sept. 26, 27

Press Operations — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 21:04:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District welcomes volunteers to continue the annual tradition of public service by participating in this year’s National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. See below for information on events in the USACE-Albuquerque District.

Army Corps of Engineers invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 26

Press Operations — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 19:15:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes volunteers to continue the annual tradition of public service by participating in this year’s National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26. Events will be held both virtually and in-person where possible and with COVID-19 safety precautions in place.

Potential Blue-Green Algae detected at Abiquiu Lake

Press Operations — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 21:53:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District, has detected signs of a potentially toxic Blue-Green Algae bloom at the lake. Warning signs are posted at the lake’s public access points.

USACE to hold virtual public meeting to discuss Lake Isabella visitor center site selection process

Press Operations — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 14:37:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District will host a virtual public meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2020, to discuss the site selection process for a permanent U.S. Forest Service visitor center in Lake Isabella.

USACE-Albuquerque District to expand phased reopening of lakes

Press Operations — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:52:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Albuquerque District announced May 29, 2020, that two USACE-managed lakes in New Mexico (Conchas and Santa Rosa lakes) have begun a phased reopening, and the boat ramp at Abiquiu Lake will be open as of May 30.

USACE Albuquerque District lakes scheduled to begin phased reopening

Press Operations — Fri, 15 May 2020 22:06:00 GMT

USACE-Albuquerque District announced May 15, 2020, that USACE-managed lakes in New Mexico and southeastern Colorado are scheduled to begin the first part of a phased reopening. The initial reopening date will vary from lake to lake due to local and state conditions. See the news release for lake-specific information.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin the public involvement process for the Conchas Lake Master Plan revision

Press Operations — Tue, 05 May 2020 20:45:00 GMT

The Albuquerque District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is beginning the revision of the Conchas Lake Master Plan. All members of the public are encouraged to submit written comments and suggestions before June 22, 2020.

Corps closes all recreation sites to prevent spread of COVID-19

Press Operations — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:39:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is closing all recreation sites to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective March 30.

Army Corps of Engineers modifying operations at recreation areas due to Coronavirus

Press Operations — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 18:55:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it has begun the orderly shutdown of all USACE-managed campgrounds to protect against the further spread of coronavirus disease 2019. Visitor centers, beaches, special events, and USACE-sponsored events such as shore sweeps, interpretive programs, Kids to Parks Day, Earth Day events, public meetings and other public gatherings at all USACE-managed sites and facilities have also been closed and/or put on hold until further notice.