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  • Corps operates Sepulveda Dam during rain storms

    Sepulveda Dam is the western-most of the Corps of Engineers’ dams operated by the Los Angeles District in the Los Angeles County Drainage Area flood control system. The purpose of the project is to collect flood runoff from the uncontrolled drainage areas upstream, store it temporarily and release it into the Los Angeles River at a rate that does not exceed the downstream channel capacity.

  • Alamo Dam increases release

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District is making higher-than-normal releases from Alamo Dam to bring the water surface elevation of Alamo Lake back to its target elevation, since an initial large inflow began March 13.

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

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

  • Sacramento District closes recreation parks and lakes

    Sacramento, California - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District has closed all

  • First Case of COVID-19 at the Pentagon

    A U.S. Marine stationed at the Pentagon tested positive for COVID-19 on March 24. 

  • Overseas Stop Movement Order in Response to COVID-19

    Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper enacted a 60-day stop movement order for all DOD uniformed and civilian personnel and their sponsored family members overseas.

  • DOD's Military OneSource, Family Readiness, Spouse Programs Available During COVID-19

    Resources and services offered through Military OneSource, the Military and Family Life Counseling program, and the Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program will continue to serve the military community during the coronavirus outbreak.

  • DOD Announces Death of Contractor

    The Department of Defense is saddened to report that a Crystal City-based contractor passed away on March 21, 2020. The individual had tested positive for COVID-19.

  • Army Corps of Engineers adjusts lake operations amid health concerns

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.  – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District has announced changes to

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

    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.