17 Oct 2013

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers returns to full operations

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (Oct. 17) The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, has returned to full operations today following the passing of the continuing resolution by Congress.

30 Sep 2013

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers preparing for possible government shutdown

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (Sept. 30) The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, is preparing for a potential federal government shutdown due to lack of funding. If unfunded on Oct. 1, shutdown of all activities other than excepted activities will occur. Excepted activities will be minimally staffed to protect against imminent threats to life and property or to continue support to maintain national security.

14 Jun 2013

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center reopens after flooding

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (June 14) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Illinois Waterway Visitor Center will reopen Saturday following record level flooding on the Illinois River in April.

20 May 2013

Wearing your life jacket can save your life

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (May 20) – This year during National Safe Boating Week (May 18-24), and throughout the boating season, the Rock Island District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages safe and responsible boating, including the practice of always wearing a life jacket, and being alert and aware while on the water. Safe boating saves lives - for this year’s National Safe Boating Week and throughout the boating season remember to “Wear It!”

23 Apr 2013

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center closed due to flooding

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (April 23) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Illinois Waterway Visitor Center is closed until further notice. Record flooding in the area has caused the visitor center to be inaccessible.