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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District
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News Stories Corps of Engineers urges life jacket use during Memorial Day weekend
The Memorial Day weekend is historically one of the busiest times of the year for recreation at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ three lakes on the upper Savannah River—Hartwell, Richard B. Russell and J. Strom Thurmond. While the holiday weekend presents many opportunities for families to have fun at the lake, the Corps of Engineers reminds everyone—children and adults—to always wear a life jacket while recreating in, on, or near the water.
05.24.12 Story by Tracy Robillard
Corps waives recreation day-use and camping fees for military members and dependents
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District will begin accepting the America the Beautiful Federal Recreation Pass Program’s new Interagency Annual Pass for Military (Military Pass) at Corps-managed recreation areas at the Hartwell and J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake Projects.
05.18.12 Story by Tracy Robillard
Corps completes new $25.1 million barracks complex
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District recently completed construction on a $25.1 million Warrior in Transition Barracks Complex at Fort Stewart, Ga., to help wounded and injured soldiers rehabilitate or transition back into duty or civilian life. The complex is part of a three-stage development to improve the quality of life for soldiers during the healing process, as part of the Army’s Warrior Care and Transition Program.
05.16.12 Story by Rashida Banks
 Russell Lake Fishing Derby connects kids with the Great Outdoors
For the people who live near Richard B. Russell Dam and Lake, the value of America’s Great Outdoors doesn’t go unnoticed.
05.16.12 Story by Tracy Robillard
Corps of Engineers extends harbor deepening comment period
Officials from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today extended the deadline for submitting comments on the proposed deepening of the Savannah Harbor to June 5, 2012.
05.8.12 Story by David Wheeler
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Recent Video Water Safety Public Service Announcements (PSAs)
This video contains three pre-produced water safety PSAs featuring a Corps of Engineers Park Ranger. Each PSA has a runtime of 14 seconds. Stations can add their own ID. For questions, contact Sandra Hudson at 912-652-5760
Taken: 05.02.2011
 Savannah Harbor Expansion Project Press Conference
The final report—consisting of a General Re-evaluation Report (GRR) and an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)— concludes that deepening the harbor from its current depth of 42 feet to 47 feet is economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and in the best interests of the United States.
“Today’s release culminates 14 years of intense study, analysis, and coordination with state and federal agencies, stakeholders and the general public,” said Col. Jeff M. Hall, Commander of the Savannah District. “The cooperating agencies have unanimously agreed to the release of the final report.”
The following agencies served as Cooperating Agencies in preparing the final report: Environmental Protection Agency - Region IV; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries Service - Southeast Region; US Fish and Wildlife Service - Southeast Region; and the Georgia Ports Authority.
“The Final Report represents the most comprehensive study for harbor deepening in the nation’s history,” Hall said. “We are confident that our report is thorough and strong, and that the project will enhance the nation’s global competitiveness while sustaining the natural environment.”
The final report recommends the 47-foot plan, which is also the “National Economic Development” Plan. Signing of the Record of Decision—the final step in the process before construction can begin—is anticipated in late 2012.
The GRR-EIS study, authorized by Congress, reflects an extensive analysis of the engineering alternatives, environmental impacts, and economic costs and benefits of deepening the Savannah Harbor and shipping channel. Funded by the federal government and the state of Georgia, the study examined the characteristics of future international shipping fleets, current and future trade routes, and the capacity of the Garden City Terminal on the Savannah River.
Based on analyses within the report, the 47-foot plan would bring $174 million in annual net benefits to the nation, with a cost-to- benefit ratio of 5.5 to 1. Essentially, for every $1 invested in the project, the nation would yield nearly $6 in returns. The estimated total cost for the project, based on fiscal year 2012 levels, is $652 million, cost-shared by the Federal government and the State of Georgia. Available in high definition.
Taken: 04.11.2012
 Corps of Engineers debuts water management video
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District announces the release of a video, “Balancing the Basin,” which describes the multiple uses of water from the Savannah River Basin. The Corps coordinates its water management efforts with federal and state natural resource agencies to balance the needs of the river’s upstream and downstream users.
“The need for water puts great demands on the Savannah River Basin,” said Col. Jeff Hall, Savannah District Commander. “Everyone has their own interests so our goal is to explain the delicate ‘give and take’ needed to manage our multi-purpose reservoir system.”
Taken: 11.02.2011
 Corps Modernizes Freshwater Flow at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge
The labor-intensive job of diverting fresh water into the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge has become easier since the Savannah District replaced the old wooden structures with custom-built diversion gates. At a cost of $12.5 million, the new stainless steel structures modernize and automate the process of controlling water in the area. Previously, wildlife managers with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service could only route water to 3,000 acres of wetlands for waterfowl; with the gate improvements the water management area has doubled to 6,000 acres. Produced by George Jumara.
Taken: 10.07.2011
 Understanding the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project
On Nov. 15, 2010, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released the Draft General Re-evaluation Report (GRR) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on a proposal to deepen the Savannah Harbor. The GRR and EIS identify the tentatively selected 47-foot "National Economic Development Plan" and the "Maximum Authorized Depth" Plan of 48 feet and explore the Engineering, Environmental and Economic aspects fo the project. A single plan will be recommended in the final report, which is scheduled for release in the fall of 2011. For more information go to www.sas.usace.army.mil Available in HD. Produced by Sandra Hudson.
Taken: 10.01.2010
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