PORTLAND, Ore. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, has begun a $3,021,620 repair of the Rogue River South Jetty in Gold Beach, Oregon. The contractor, Suulutaqq Inc., will place approximately 5,000 tons of stone to ensure the long-term reliability of the navigation channel.
“Our Jetties work 24/7/365 to deliver USACE’s navigation mission; they must resist the forces of the unique Pacific Northwest wave and storm climate,” said Colter Bennett, Portland District civil engineer and geologist. “To keep nationally important waterways passable USACE must maintain these nationally important marine structures. This project addresses a relatively small but rapidly degrading reach of the south jetty.”
The project is scheduled for completion by Fall 2026. No impacts to navigation are expected.
For public safety, access to the South Jetty and the adjacent beach is prohibited during construction.
“Activity on the site poses a real safety risk to the public,” Bennett emphasized. “We urge everyone to respect the closures and posted signage. These measures are in place to keep everyone safe while our contractor performs this important work.”
Release no. 26-017