Posted on March 27, 2026
Little Goose Lock and Dam Project Supervisory Mechanical Engineer, Benjamin Feider, in the USACE Walla Walla District provides navigation lock facts from within the lock, during a tour. NWW hosted members of the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association and regional stakeholders, highlighting ongoing efforts to maintain safe and efficient navigation along the Columbia-Snake River System.
NWW works closely with the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA) and regional stakeholders to support safe, reliable navigation on the Columbia-Snake River System. Through ongoing collaboration, USACE maintains critical infrastructure—including dams, locks, and navigation channels—while PNWA advocates for federal investment in key projects such as dredging, hydropower, and system operations.