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Sediment removal nearing completion

IL, United States

It’s been several years in the making – decades, depending on who you talk to – but the sediment removal project at the Aroma Park boat launch is almost complete. The current iteration of removing sand and silt from that point of the Kankakee River was launched in September 2022 at the boat ramp, which… Read More

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program

United States

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated 848 new miles of navigable waterways and approved 14 new sponsors for the U.S. Marine Highway Program (USMHP). The network, which now covers 27,139 miles across 35 designated routes, supports U.S. supply chains, critical infrastructure, and maritime… Read More

Port Board Oks $4 million Project to Extend Life of Current Dredge Repository Until CHEERS is Ready

OH, United States

A $4 million construction contract to extend the life of the Port’s current dredge repository was approved yesterday by the Port board of directors. The contract with Mark Haynes Construction, Inc., will extend the life of a dredge sediment repository north of Burke Lakefront Airport through 2029. The Port funding is expected to be paid… Read More

Vortex Marine Point Harbor/Surfers Beach Dredge Project Provides Notice for Shutdowns to East Inner Harbor Entrance

CA, United States

We are providing notice for the following near-term events which will affect pedestrian, bicyclist and marine traffic within the projects area and harbor: 7/10 – 7/18 Pipeline launch – Crews will be conducting the final assembly of the dredge pipeline segments and placing them in the water. Each of approximately 6 pieces of pipe will be… Read More

Mn. State Rep. Ron Tusler Spearheaded Effort to have DNR to Fund Brillion, Mn. Dredge Project Despite Gov. Veto

WI, United States

DNR funds dredging project despite Governor’s dead-of-night veto MADISON, WI… Representative Ron Tusler (R-Harrison) issued the following statement after the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) agreed to fund the recently vetoed Brillion dredging project on the north branch of the Manitowoc River: “This funding is the direct result of the tireless pressure Brillion residents… Read More

Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach reopens after 18-month closure due to storm damage

CA, United States

SAN DIEGO – San Diego fully reopened the Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach Monday — 18 months after the public portion of the pier closed in December 2023 due to damage from several storms. The shuttered portion, beyond the Crystal Pier Hotel, underwent extensive stabilization work. “The iconic Crystal Pier will once again be open… Read More

US$100M boost for Philadelphia Navy Yard

PA, United States

Family owned Rhoads Industries to invest in new manufacturing facility to support US Navy submarine construction Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced a near US$100M investment by privately held Rhoads Industries in a new manufacturing facility at the Philadelphia Navy Yard to support US Navy submarine construction. “Shipbuilding has always been key part of Philadelphia’s identity… Read More

Deerskin River residents frustrated dredging project absent from biennial budget

WI, United States

VILAS COUNTY, Wis. – Residents on the Deerskin River in Vilas County have been dealing with silt problems for decades. Governor Evers’ recent veto is just another roadblock in their work to clear up murky waters. Larry Springer has lived on the Deerskin River since 1999. What used to be four-foot-deep water by his dock… Read More

Ocean City dredging

MD, United States

Emergency dredging in the Ocean City Inlet is expected to begin a week ahead of schedule. DNR says the dredge will now arrive around Monday with work beginning the following day on Tuesday. Source

Barr Engineering updates council on Lake Mitchell dredge plan

SD, United States

At the recommendation of the state’s cultural resources experts, dredge work is to be avoided adjacent to the Mitchell archeological lakefront area to reduce the risk of disturbing artifacts MITCHELL — The Lake Mitchell dredge is scheduled to move forward, pending permits, weather, and archaeological artifacts. Eric Lund, vice president and professional engineer from Minneapolis-based… Read More

Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund Provides $29 Million for Ecological Restoration Projects

MD, United States

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is awarding $29 million from the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund to 27 ecological restoration projects encompassing 160 sites throughout the state for Fiscal Year 2026. These projects were selected based on their ability to improve water quality and provide other benefits such as resilience to climate impacts,… Read More

Fort Myers Beach renourishment project delayed again

FL, United States

Fort Myers Beach officials now expect project to be completed by end of July Town of Fort Myers Beach Manager Will McKannay said contractors working for the Town of Fort Myers Beach now expect to complete the town’s beach renourishment project by the end of July, following the latest missed target date of June 30… Read More

Legislation Introduced to Support the Dredging Workforce

LA, United States

Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Congressman Mike Ezell (R-MS) introduced the “Industrial Certification for Coast Guard Veterans Act,” which would expand opportunities for US Coast Guard personnel to transition to the dredging sector upon completion of their service. The bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to produce a report analyzing the transferability of… Read More

Rep. Tusler Condemns Governor Evers for Vetoing Brillion Dredging Project

WI, United States

An area state representative had some harsh words for Governor Tony Evers following a partial veto of a project in Brillion. 3rd District Representative Ron Tusler says $70,000 was earmarked in the 2025-27 state budget to dredge the north branch of the Manitowoc River to prevent flooding. Tusler says dredging the river is something he’s been… Read More

Dredging by Dean Marine nears completion at Oak Orchard Harbor

NY, United States

POINT BREEZE – Dean Marine & Excavating Inc. from Michigan has big pieces of equipment in the Oak Orchard Harbor today. Dean has been scooping sediment from the harbor to make the channel more passable for boaters. The Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $2 million contract to Dean Marine & Excavating to perform the… Read More

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