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Saylorville Lake Outflows Altered in Anticipation of Spring Flooding |
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JOHNSTON, Iowa -- (March 12, 2010) The Corps of Engineers is implementing additional measures in an effort to keep water from flowing over Saylorville Lake's spillway. Recent rains and snowmelt due to higher-than-expected temperatures in the Des Moines River basin have increased inflows into the Lake resulting in the projected Lake elevation exceeding previous estimates.
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National Weather Service Flood Forecasts |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- (March 10, 2010) The National Weather Service provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy. NWS data and products form a national information database and infrastructure which can be used by other governmental agencies, the private sector, the public, and the global community. It is accomplished by providing warnings and forecasts of hazardous weather, including thunderstorms, flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, winter weather, tsunamis, and climate events. The NWS is the sole United States OFFICIAL voice for issuing warnings during life-threatening weather situations.
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Placing Concrete Underwater |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- (March 15, 2010) During an inspection late last year at Dresden Island Lock and Dam, scouring of limestone bedrock on the downstream side of the dam was discovered. This prompted an emergency contract to be awarded to prevent additional erosion and potential dam failure.
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Cedar Rapids Flood Risk Management Feasibility Study Continues |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- (Dec. 28, 2009) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rock Island District, in partnership with the City of Cedar Rapids, continues to review and evaluate flood risk management alternatives for the City. The Corps has completed a preliminary analysis for an alternative that mirrors the City of Cedar Rapids' preferred plan. This alternative includes levees and floodwalls on both sides of the Cedar River built to June 2008 record flood levels.
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Water Resources Development in the Rock Island District |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- Water Resources Development Books are electronic publications describing the activities and projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers within the Rock Island District. This reference is published biennially by the Corps and provides information and data about Corps projects.
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Clock Tower Historic Corridor |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- The Corps has been documenting the restoration of the Clock Tower throughout its history. The Historic Corridor on the fourth floor is nearly complete and includes displays on the history of the building and Corps of Engineers.
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Check Out The Tower Times Online |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- The Tower Times is also available online with additional photos and informaiton. This is the District's monthly publication highlighting different projects and events.
Check out the Tower Times Online by clicking on Full Story below.
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National Engineers Week |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- The Rock Island District took a moment during National Engineers Week, Feb. 14-20, to recognize engineers receiving their professional registration and the Order of the Engineer.
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Spotlight on the District - Kathleen Sullivan |
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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. -- Having an outsider's perspective is already helping Kathleen Sullivan in her career with the Corps of Engineers. When she started this past November, Sullivan brought with her ten-plus years of experience to the Central Area Office.
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