Little Rock District News

Little Rock District USACE breaks ground on $74 million F-35 academic training center at Ebbing Air National Guard Base

Tomas Rofkahr — Fri, 08 May 2026 20:15:55 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District broke ground May 6 on a $74 million academic training center at Ebbing Air National Guard Base, advancing the base's transformation into a one-of-a-kind international F-35 pilot training facility.

James W. Trimble Lock and Dam: More than 50 years supporting navigation

Erin Jimenez — Fri, 08 May 2026 19:52:31 GMT

The James W. Trimble Lock and Dam is one of 18 navigation locks and dams that make up the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System. Authorized by Congress through the River and Harbor Act of 1946, the MKARNS was built to make the Arkansas River commercially navigable from the Mississippi River to the Port of Catoosa near Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Blue Mountain Lake drawdown begins May 1

Jay Townsend — Fri, 01 May 2026 19:52:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will begin lowering Blue Mountain Lake May 1 to support habitat improvement efforts for fish and waterfowl.

Little Rock District Hydropower Delivers Critical Energy During Winter Storm 2026

Jay Townsend — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:45:00 GMT

As Winter Storm 2026 pushed energy demand to its highest levels of the season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District played a key role in keeping power flowing across the region.

Table Rock Lake Youth Archery Hunt

Pentagon News — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:26:08 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Table Rock Lake, will host a youth archery hunt October 24 - 26, 2025. The hunt will take place on Corps property below Table Rock Dam.

Why Table Rock Lake Empties First

Erin Jimenez — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:26:00 GMT

If you’ve ever spent time around Table Rock Lake when the lake level is high after repeated heavy rainfall events, you may have noticed something curious. The water levels here start dropping before you see any change at nearby Beaver Lake or even the massive Bull Shoals Lake downstream.

A legacy of service: Mark Eddings' 38-year journey with USACE

Erin Jimenez — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:40:00 GMT

After nearly four decades of dedicated service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Park Ranger Mark Eddings, is retiring. His career spans a remarkable 38 years, with 19 spent in the Little Rock District. From his early days in Tulsa to his final years in Little Rock, Eddings’ journey has been shaped by his passion for environmental stewardship and a deep connection to the lands he served.

Little Rock Logistics Team wins national level award for excellence

SWL PAO — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:48:00 GMT

Little Rock District Logistics team triumphs in 2024. The SWL team achieved a near perfect score on the 2024 Command Logistics Review Program Inspection and provided flawless support during emergency operations, with six deployments for the Logistics Planning and Response Team (LPRT), Blue Roof, and Debris teams.

Seasonal Rangers Wanted at Beaver Lake!

Public Affairs — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:41:00 GMT

The Beaver Lake Project Office is seeking motivated, high performers with a passion for outdoor public recreation around the lake. Summer seasonal positions for 2025 are now available.

USACE corrects the record on Fairfield Bay Park lease

Public Affairs Office — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:54:16 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District is clarifying information communicated during the Fairfield Bay City Council meeting on Oct. 9, 2024, regarding the operations and lease terms of Fairfield Bay Park.

Big Dam Bridge facelift

Public Affairs — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:36:43 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District and Pulaski County announce the commencement of a facelift project for the Big Dam Bridge. Crews from Pulaski County are currently pressure washing the bridge, using only water to ensure environmental safety.

See Something - Say Something

SWL PAO — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 21:35:00 GMT

As August ushers in the Army's annual Anti-Terrorism Awareness Month, the importance of vigilance and proactive measures to protect yourself and the ones you love from potential threats is brought to the forefront. This month-long observance serves as a critical reminder of the persistent threat of terrorism and the vital role that awareness and preparedness play in safeguarding ourselves, our families, and our communities.

Fireworks near USACE Parks this 4th of July

Pentagon News — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for a fireworks show near a USACE Lake or River location this 4th of July holiday?

Table Rock Lake hosts a Safety Around Water Event

Tomas Rofkahr — Wed, 15 May 2024 18:40:00 GMT

Table Rock Lake is hosting a Safety Around Water event in cooperation with the Ozark Mountain YMCA on Sunday, May 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dewey Short Visitor Center.

Seeking Your Feedback

Pentagon News — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:19:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking for feedback from our industry partners. If you have opinions about Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) Clauses, specifically when utilizing Price Indices and custom clause language, we'd like to hear from you.

Little Rock District conducts Levee Sector Lead Training

Jay Woods — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:55:23 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District held Levee Sector Lead training for 23 employees from around the district at the Jacksonport State Park Visitor Center in Jacksonport, Arkansas on March 27, 2024.

USACE Little Rock District names Knight Engineer of the Year

Little Rock District PAO — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 17:04:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District recently named Vilonia, Arkansas native Gabriel Knight, as the 2024 Engineer of the Year.

The Dewey Short Visitor Center opens for 2024 recreation season

Tomas Rofkahr — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 21:24:00 GMT

With Spring in the air, the Dewey Short Visitor Center has opened for the 2024 recreation season. Located near Branson, Missouri, the Dewey Short has been called the "crown jewel" of Table Rock Lake. Three stories tall, with an impressive glass and steel façade facing the lake, the Dewey Short is not only a beautiful building, but also one of the most popular visitors centers in all the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Corps of Engineers seeks public input on Fairfield Bay Park lease

Pentagon News — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:31:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District is scheduled to discuss the expired Fairfield Bay Park lease during a Fairfield Bay City Council work session at 2 p.m. Oct. 30, 2023, in the Fairfield Bay Conference Center.

Bull Shoals and Norfork Dam Safety Exercise

Jay Townsend — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 17:22:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District hosted a dam safety exercise for Bull Shoals and Norfork Dam’s along with state and local stakeholders at the Bull Shoals White River State Park on Sept. 6, 2023.