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In 1969, the former Department of Environmental Resources, Bureau of Mine Reclamation initiated a program called "Operation Scarlift." A lime treatment plant was established at Swamp Creek and was viewed as a short-term solution to the problem.
Dead Sea Savior
In 1969, the former Department of Environmental Resources, Bureau of Mine Reclamation initiated a program called "Operation Scarlift." A lime treatment plant was established at Swamp Creek and was viewed as a short-term solution to the problem.
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Ranger Jacob Henry hosted children who attended the festivities in an all-day JAKES Day event, Aug. 20.
Stonewall Jackson Lake brings Water Safety to JAKES Day
Ranger Jacob Henry hosted children who attended the festivities in an all-day JAKES Day event, Aug. 20.
As the new commander, Col. John P. Lloyd passed the flag to Lenna Hawkins, deputy district engineer. This gesture represents the seamless integration of the military and civilian team within the district.
Pittsburgh District welcomes new commander
As the new commander, Col. John P. Lloyd passed the flag to Lenna Hawkins, deputy district engineer. This gesture represents the seamless integration of the military and civilian team within the district.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District Shenango River Lake partnered with local organizations to hold the 13th Annual Leslie Sparano Memorial Summer Fest July 22.
Bobber the Water Safety Dog visits with guests at Summer Fest promoting the Corps water safety message July 22.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District Shenango River Lake partnered with local organizations to hold the 13th Annual Leslie Sparano Memorial Summer Fest July 22.
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Col. Bernard Lindstrom, district commander (center) and other Mahoning Creek Lake supporters plant a tree during the lake's 75th anniversary commemoration, June 18.
Mahoning Creek celebrates 75th
Col. Bernard Lindstrom, district commander (center) and other Mahoning Creek Lake supporters plant a tree during the lake's 75th anniversary commemoration, June 18.

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Dead Sea Savior

Once known as the Dead Sea of Elk County, East Branch Lake is having a resurgence of life.
Published: 9/9/2016

Stonewall Jackson Lake brings Water Safety to JAKES Day

Two rangers from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District’s Stonewall Jackson Dam attended the JAKES Day with the Stonewall Jackson Woodland Tracks Chapter of the National Wildlife Turkey Federation in Buckhannon, West Virginia, Aug. 20.
Published: 8/23/2016

Pittsburgh District welcomes new commander

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District held its change of command ceremony at the Soldiers and Sailors Museum in Pittsburgh, Pa., July 29.
Published: 8/9/2016

Latest News Releases

Corps investigating fish kill downstream of Youghiogheny River Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is working to investigate the cause of a recent fish kill downstream of Youghiogheny River Lake.
Published: 9/28/2016

Michael J Kirwan Dam commemorates 50 years with a special celebration

Come celebrate 50 years of the Michael J. Kirwan Dam and reservoir bringing value to the region. This event will include presentations, speeches from legislators and children of Rep. Kirwan, games, tours of the facility, a ceremonial 50th Anniversary tree planting, and more.
Published: 9/27/2016

Day Use Fee-Free Day and Fee-Free Coupons Issued for Volunteers on National Public Lands Day, September 24, 2016

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host National Public Lands Day events at various lakes throughout the Pittsburgh District.
Published: 9/20/2016

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In a traditional act that is rooted in military history dating back to the 18th century, Maj. Gen. Donald E. (Ed) Jackson, Jr., passed the command flag to Col. John P. Lloyd to symbolize the transfer of responsibility from one commander to another.
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In a traditional act that is rooted in military history dating back to the 18th century, Maj. Gen. Donald E. (Ed) Jackson, Jr., passed the command flag to Col. John P. Lloyd to symbolize the transfer of responsibility from one commander to another.
  • In a traditional act that is rooted in military history dating back to the 18th century, Maj. Gen. Donald E. (Ed) Jackson, Jr., passed the command flag to Col. John P. Lloyd to symbolize the transfer of responsibility from one commander to another.
  • Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Jones, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Lt. Gen. Todd Semonite, USACE commanding general, greets Donald Fogel, Pittsburgh District Maintenance Branch chief, and Dane Summerville, district dive coordinator, at Montgomery Locks and Dam on the Ohio River, June 22.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Loyalhanna Lake will be holding the pool elevation lower than the typical summer level.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District Shenango River Lake partnered with local organizations to hold the 13th Annual Leslie Sparano Memorial Summer Fest July 22.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District Shenango River Lake partnered with local organizations to hold the 13th Annual Leslie Sparano Memorial Summer Fest July 22.
  • Col. Bernard Lindstrom, district commander (center) and other Mahoning Creek Lake supporters plant a tree during the lake's 75th anniversary commemoration, June 18.
  • Pittsburgh District rangers worked to ensure Mahoning Creek Lake's 75th anniversary commemoration was a fun and safe event.
  • The recently dewatered Elizabeth lock on the Monongahela River made for an interesting and relevant backdrop for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District’s discussion about the need to sustain the nation’s inland waterways, July 18.
  • The recently dewatered Elizabeth lock on the Monongahela River made for an interesting and relevant backdrop for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District’s discussion about the need to sustain the nation’s inland waterways, July 18.
  • The recently dewatered Elizabeth lock on the Monongahela River made for an interesting and relevant backdrop for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District’s discussion about the need to sustain the nation’s inland waterways, July 18.
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