https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil Memphis District News Releases RSS Feed en-us Fri, 12 Apr 2024 20:56:00 GMT Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:50:10 GMT https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3740045/memphis-district-adds-third-dry-dock-to-river-maintenance-fleet-christens-in-ho/ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Memphis District gathered at Ensley Engineer Yard (EEY) April 2 to christen its newest dry dock in honor of Billy Manley, a former employee who served as yards and docks chief for five years until his passing in 2020. Ensley Engineer Yard professionals use dry dock structures approximately 310 days a year to repair and maintain marine vessels belonging to the Memphis District, its sister districts, and partner agencies.<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Apr/12/2003438446/115/75/0/240402-A-QE391-1004.JPG' alt='The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District, christened its new dry dock during a ceremony held at Ensley Engineer Yard, April 2, 2024. The dry dock was named after Billy Manley, who worked as the yards and docks chief for the district until his passing in 2020. More than 80 people attended the christening, including several members of Manley&#39;s family, his friends, and district employees. In keeping with USACE tradition, Manley&#39;s wife, Teresa Manley, conducted the act of christening and District Commander Col. Brian Sawser directed it to service to the current chief of yards and docks, Dennis Lewis. The Dry Dock Manley was constructed at Conrad Shipyard in Morgan City, Louisiana, before arriving at Ensley Engineer Yard on December 15, 2023. It is 168 feet long, has a 77-foot beam, a draft of 4.5 feet, and a lifting capacity of 1000 tons.' /> <br /> Fri, 12 Apr 2024 20:56:00 GMT Press Operations https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3740045/memphis-district-adds-third-dry-dock-to-river-maintenance-fleet-christens-in-ho/ Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Navigation Events/Ceremonies U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi Valley Division U.S. Army Corps of Engineers U.S. Army Corps of Engineers https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3732187/mississippi-river-commission-schedules-high-water-inspection-trip/ The Mississippi River Commission will conduct its annual high-water inspection trip on the Mississippi River, April 8-12, 2024. <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Apr/05/2003430274/115/75/0/240403-A-LD840-1003.JPG' alt='The Mississippi River Commission hears public testimony aboard the Memphis District’s M/V Mississippi while docked in Tiptonville, Tennessee. This was the first of four public hearings held during the 2022 MRC low water inspection trip. (USACE Photo/PA Specialist Jessica Haas)' /> <br /> Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:42:00 GMT Press Operations https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3732187/mississippi-river-commission-schedules-high-water-inspection-trip/ Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works Navigation Public Comment U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi Valley Division Civil Works Navigation People All Photos https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3665343/army-corps-of-engineers-announces-end-of-low-water-drought-in-mississippi-valle/ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mississippi Valley Division announced today the drought that plagued the Mississippi River basin since 2022 is officially over. Low water conditions began in the region in September 2022.<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Jan/30/2003387456/115/75/0/230615-A-LD870-2043.JPG' alt='The Memphis District Operations Division: The fleet and people who maintain the Mighty Mississippi.' /> <br /> Fri, 02 Feb 2024 18:32:00 GMT Press Operations https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3665343/army-corps-of-engineers-announces-end-of-low-water-drought-in-mississippi-valle/ Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Navigation Water Safety Weather Historical U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi Valley Division U.S. Army Corps of Engineers U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Water Safety