What Is Environmental Dredging? Dredging is a centuries-old practice used to maintain waterways, harbors, and coastal areas. However, in recent decades, an innovative approach has emerged that focuses not only on navigation but also on ecological restoration and public health. This method is known as environmental dredging. Unlike traditional dredging that prioritizes shipping and commercial… Read More
PADUCAH, Ky. — The Dorena-Hickman Ferry will be closing at about 3:30 p.m. today, Saturday, Aug. 23 due to dredging operations in the area. The ferry will be temporarily out of service for a couple of days for the annual dredging of the Hickman Harbor. The ferry will notify the public of its reopening via… Read More
EMERALD ISLE, Carteret County — Dredging in the Bogue Inlet has resumed since Hurricane Erin passed by the North Carolina coast. The work in between Emerald Isle and Bear Island is scheduled to wrap up later this month or early September. Emerald Isle Town Manager Frank Rush said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is sidecast… Read More
The Sanibel City Council established the Wulfert Channel dredging district and one-time assessment at its recent meeting, as well as approved the annual solid waste assessment and provided direction on recommended improvements to the Shared Use Path. On Aug. 19, the council members voted unanimously 5-0 on a resolution to: determine the propriety and advisability… Read More
J.E. McAmis crews aboard the DB Ellis Island, wrapping up the 2025 Alaska summer tour, dredging for the City of Unalaska, Dutch Harbor, AK. This dredging is being performed by J.E. McAmis’s second Peterson Cat 6020/6030 Hybrid machine equipped with a 95′ Pierce Pacific Manufacturing front. Thank you to PND Engineers, Deforge Maritime, and Fairweather… Read More
