13 May 2005

Corps of Engineers will conduct biological assessment for ivory-billed woodpecker

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 13, 2005 – The Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will conduct a biological assessment for the Grand Prairie Project. The project is designed to protect the Alluvial and Sparta aquifers in Eastern Arkansas.

4 May 2005

Corps of Engineers will work with environmental agencies to protect endangered woodpecker

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 4, 2005 – Rediscovery of the once-believed-extinct ivory-billed woodpecker comes as welcome news to the Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – especially since the discovery took place on or near wetlands previously managed by the Corps.

2 May 2005

Corps of Engineers to stage disaster exercise this week

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 2, 2005 – If a massive earthquake ever devastates the Mid-South as many experts believe is possible, communications with the outside world will be a key factor in helping this region recover from the effects of the quake.

12 Apr 2005

Mississippi River Commission Schedules High-Water Inspection Trip

VICKSBURG, Miss., April 12, 2005 -- The Mississippi River Commission (MRC) will conduct its annual high-water inspection trip on the Mississippi River April 18-22, 2005.

6 Apr 2005

Corps of Engineers contacting Wolf River Harbor Industries regarding proposed land bridge

MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 6, 2005 – The Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, contractor Tetra Tech, Inc., and the Riverfront Development Corporation, will begin contacting industries and government agencies located on Wolf River Harbor today to gather information about their operations.