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This page is for journalists and news media with questions. For all Portland District related topics: 
Send an email to DLL-CENWP-MEDIA-DESK@usace.army.mil.
Office: 503-808-4510

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Drought vs. drawdown at Detroit reservoir: Top 5 questions answered

This summer, visitors to and residents near Detroit Reservoir are noticing lower-than-average water levels.
12 days ago

Col. Brendan “Mac” McEvoy assumes command of USACE Portland District

Army Col. Brendan John “Mac” McEvoy became the 65th commander of the Portland District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, during a change-of-command ceremony at the district’s downtown headquarters today.
20 days ago

During historically dry year, USACE to hold virtual public meeting about Lost Creek, Applegate reservoir levels

Army water managers will hold a virtual public information meeting July 22 to discuss historically low water levels and the summer forecast for the Rogue River Basin.
25 days ago

USACE to discuss low Willamette Valley reservoir levels at virtual public meeting

Water managers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will hold a virtual public information meeting July 23 to share the latest summer water forecast and discuss ongoing drought conditions across the Willamette Valley’s 13 federal reservoirs.
25 days ago

USACE Announces Operational Updates for Willamette Valley Dams

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, has finalized its plan for operating the Willamette Valley’s 13 federal dams by executing a Record of Decision (ROD).
47 days ago

Step into the fascinating world of Pacific lamprey June 24 at Bonneville Dam for Lampreypalooza

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission invite the public to Lampreypalooza for a day of science, storytelling, and up-close encounters with one of the Northwest’s most ancient and culturally significant native fish.
52 days ago

Summer recreational lock schedule now in effect on Columbia River

Recreational boaters navigating the three lower Columbia River dams—Bonneville, The Dalles, and John Day—now have expanded access to pass through the navigation locks for the summer season.
67 days ago

New 20-year plan finalized to manage Columbia River dredged material

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District, has finalized a 20-year plan to maintain the lower Columbia River’s deep-draft navigation channel, a critical artery for the nation’s economy.
68 days ago