16 Jul 2025

MKARNS Nav Notice No. 25-52 Lock 1 Tow Haulage Return to Service

The tow haulage equipment at Norrell Lock (No. 1) NM 10.3 has been returned to service.

11 Jul 2025

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 25-51 Updated MKARNS Locks Email List

Due to attrition, the MKARNS Lock & Dam POC email list has been updated as follows. Please use the following email addresses when emailing individual locks for scheduled crew changes, lock tickets, etc.

11 Jul 2025

USACE reopens Waveland Park swim beach

HAVANA, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Blue Mountain Lake Field Office is reopening the swim beach at Waveland Park.

9 Jul 2025

USACE to Conduct Hinged Pool Operation on the Arkansas River to Improve the Navigation Channel

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District plans to conduct a hinged pool operation in the Dardanelle Pool of the Arkansas River from approximately Thursday, July 10 through Thursday, July 17, as part of a targeted effort to improve navigability and reduce future maintenance dredging needs.

9 Jul 2025

Single lane closure scheduled for Highway 25 across Greers Ferry Dam

HEBER SPRINGS, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be closing one lane of the Highway 25 bridge across Greers Ferry Dam from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. July 16, 2025, for a routine bridge inspection.

8 Jul 2025

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 25-50 Dardanelle Hinged Pool Operation

To promote beneficial scouring of shoals in the Dardanelle Pool following recent sustained high-water flows, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District, will conduct a “Hinged Pool” operation from Thursday, July 10th, 2025, through Wednesday, July 17th, 2025.

3 Jul 2025

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 25-49 Lock 8 Tow Haulage Return to Service

The tow haulage equipment at Toad Suck Lock (No. 8) NM 155.9 has returned to service.

3 Jul 2025

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 25-48 Lock 1 Operational

Due to tailwater elevations falling below 143.0 feet at Norrell Lock (No. 1) NM 10.3, the lock chamber is now operational for navigation.  All vessels are required to pass through lock. Vessels may contact Norrell Lock and Dam on Channel 16 for further information.

30 Jun 2025

USACE reminds everyone to be water safe this Independence Day

As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day with festivities, family gatherings and outdoor activities, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District, is urging everyone to prioritize water safety while enjoying the region’s lakes and rivers.

27 Jun 2025

USACE Little Rock District names Tuan Dang Engineer of the Year

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District recently named Maumelle resident Tuan Dang, as the 2025 Engineer of the Year. The Engineer of the Year Award is the district’s highest honor given to a Department of the Army Civilian recognizing exceptional engineering achievements and contributions to the mission.