Rock Island District District Projects

Dam Safety Program

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:49:00 GMT

The purposes of a dam safety program are to protect life, property and the environment by ensuring that all dams are designed, constructed, operated and maintained safely and effectively.

Red Rock Remedial Works Southeast Des Moines Southwest Pleasant Hill Levee, Des Moines River

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:31:00 GMT

Project in Operation. Red Rock Remedial Works protects Southeast Des Moines/Southwest Pleasant Hill (SEDM/SWPH) from the back up effect of the Red Rock reservoir during large magnitude floods.

National Flood Fight Materiel Center - Overview

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:43:00 GMT

Under authority of Public Law 84-99, during flood emergencies the Corps of Engineers may provide tribal, state and local communities with flood fight supplies and equipment.

Lake Red Rock, Iowa

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:15:00 GMT

Lake Red Rock is a multiple purpose project providing primary benefits in flood control and secondary benefits in low-flow augmentation, recreation and environmental stewardship.

Floodplain Management Services (FPMS)

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:34:00 GMT

The Floodplain Management Services (FPMS) Program provides a full range of technical services and planning guidance in support of effective floodplain management and flood risk reduction.

Des Moines Recreational River and Greenbelt, Iowa (Recreation)

Pentagon News — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 05:18:00 GMT

The Des Moines Recreational River & Greenbelt is a partnership of local and federal governments and private interests dedicated to developing ecosystem improvements and recreational opportunities in the Des Moines River corridor.