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  • Public Notice Open House ScopingMeeting and 30-Day Comment Period Optima Lake Disposition Study, Texas County, Oklahoma

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District (USACE), is investigating the potential disposition of Optima Lake, Texas County, Oklahoma. Optima Lake was authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1936 and constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers beginning in 1966. The structure stretches approximately 15,000 feet across the North Canadian (Beaver) River. Authorized project features of Optima Lake being investigated include the earthen embankment, spillway, outlet works, and administration and maintenance building situated on approximately 13,247 acres of Government-owned land. Currently, authorized purposes for Optima Lake include flood control, water supply, recreation, and fish and wildlife. The USACE is preparing a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document to disclose the potential adverse and beneficial impacts of disposition of these features, as well as the effects of continuous operation and maintenance of Optima Lake or portions of the project under different project purposes or leases with other Federal agencies and non-Federal entities who may be suited to take over operations and maintenance responsibilities.

  • Notice of Availability of the Beta Streamflow Duration Assessment Method for the Great Plains

    Expiration date: 12/31/2022

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) Albuquerque, Chicago, Detroit, Fort Worth, Galveston, Kansas City, Omaha, Rock Island, St. Louis, St. Paul, and Tulsa Districts, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Regions 5, 6, 7, and 8, jointly announce the availability of the Beta Streamflow Duration Assessment Method (SDAM) for the Great Plains (dated September 2022). The method is a rapid assessment tool to help distinguish between ephemeral, intermittent, and perennial streamflow at the reach scale for the Northern and Southern Great Plains SDAM Regions. The beta SDAM may help provide technical guidance for identifying waters that may be subject to regulatory jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act; however, this method does not alter or change the definition of “Waters of the U.S.”

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  • SWT-2008-657

    Expiration date: 10/18/2022

    The overall purpose of this work is to extend the lifespan of an existing long-term solid waste disposal facility for the City of Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. The applicant’s proposed project would result in approximately 49 acres (ac) of expansion to the existing Oklahoma City Landfill.

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  • After-Action Environmental Assessment for the Webbers Falls Pool and Robert S. Kerr Pool Emergency Dredging and Open Water Disposal

    This Environmental Assessment (EA) has been prepared by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Tulsa District (SWT) to evaluate the Webbers Falls Pool and Robert S. Kerr Pool Emergency Dredging and Open Water Disposal. This EA is an assessment of potential impacts that have resulted from the implementation of the Emergency Action Alternative in comparison with the No Action Alternative. It has been prepared in accordance with 33 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 230 and the 1978 Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508, as amended in 1986 and 2005, as reflected in the USACE Engineering Regulation (ER) 200-2-2. In fulfillment of these and all other legal, regulatory, and policy requirements, this EA describes the purpose and need for the action, the range of alternatives considered, and discloses the environmental impacts of the alternatives.

  • SWT-2022-73

    Expiration date: 9/23/2022

    The application is for the construction of a Sierra Slope Retention System or similar material along the left descending bank of Imhoff Creek to stabilize and support vegetative growth along the existing eroded stream bank, and to construct cross vanes to limit further down cutting of the stream channel.

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  • SWT-2022-305

    Expiration date: 9/3/2022

    The purpose is the reconstruction of the existing 4-mile roadway from US-169 to the west causeway (Oologah Lake). The overall purpose of this work is to bring this portion of the EW-300 Road in compliance with the Federal Safety Slope Standards to ensure public safety and efficient traffic flow.

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  • OSMM Field Trial

    Expiration date: 7/31/2022

    This Special Public Notice announces the Field Trial Period for the OSMM is nearing completion. The OSMM is applied on those permit evaluations where a pre-construction notification or individual permit application is required to be submitted to the Corps. The OSMM is authorized for use by the Corps, applicants, and authorized agents to determine the amount of compensatory mitigation necessary to offset unavoidable stream impacts associated with Department of the Army permit evaluations (see 33 CFR 332.3(f)). All users have the ability to provide substantiated comment concerning this OSMM during the Field Trial Period.

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  • SWT-2021-00201

    Expiration date: 5/26/2022

    The proposed Quail Creek Drainage Improvements Project consists of five components: Quail Creek channel, Kemp Boulevard to Maplewood Avenue culvert, Midwestern Parkway culvert enhancement, North Quail Creek channel, and Gladney channel. A project location map is provided in Figure 1. A plan view and cross section exhibit depicting the proposed improvements is provided in Figure 2. A waterbody impacts map is provided in Figure 3.

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  • Special Public Notice for Texas

    Expiration date: 4/30/2022

    This public notice is to announce and convey the 2021 Texas Regional Conditions for the Tulsa District’s portion of the State of Texas and Texas Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 Water Quality Certifications. These documents and certifications will go into effect for the subject 41 nationwide permits (NWPs) on February 25, 2022 and are attached to this public notice. The Corps is not seeking comments at this time.

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  • Special Public Notice for Oklahoma

    Expiration date: 4/30/2022

    This public notice is to announce and convey the 2021 Oklahoma Regional Conditions and Oklahoma Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 Water Quality Certifications. These documents and certifications will go into effect for the subject 41 nationwide permits (NWPs) on February 25, 2022 and are attached to this public notice. The Corps is not seeking comments at this time.

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  • State Highway 100 Bridge over Tenkiller Dam to close for repairs

    TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that the SH-100 Bridge over Tenkiller Dam will close to traffic at 7a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014 for repairs.The bridge is located eight miles north of Gore, Okla. in Sequoyah County.Both lanes of the bridge will close because the open hatch covers, which are located

  • Eufaula 50th Anniversary set for Thursday

    TULSA, Okla. — The public and members of the media are invited to attend a celebration commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Eufaula Lake and Dam. The ceremony will take place at Eufaula Dam Site South, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. President Lyndon Johnson presided over the Eufaula Dam opening in 1964, only ten months after becoming president. During the

  • Lake Texoma announces winter campground operations

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District announces winter campground operations for Lake Texoma to take effect October 1, 2014.

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shares water safety tips for Labor Day holiday

    It’s almost time to say goodbye to summer. If you’ll be spending the weekend on or around the water this Labor Day, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers urges you to remember these safety tips.

  • Final Environmental Assessment for the Arcadia Lake Trail Project

    In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) including guidelines in 33 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230, the Tulsa District has assessed the environmental effects of construction and operation of a multi-use trail system around Arcadia Lake, Oklahoma. The proposed trail would be paved and vary in width from 12- to 18-feet and accommodate varying user groups of pedestrians, joggers, and cyclists. The trail would be constructed and operated by the City of Edmond, Oklahoma and would initially include an approximate 3.1. mile section alont the north side of the lake. As funds and design information become available, the trail could ultimately be expanded to approximately 20 miles in length and encompass as area circling the lake.

  • Corps opens new campsites on Marion Reservoir

    MARION, Kan. —The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers increased recreation and camping opportunities for visitors to Marion Reservoir with the opening of newly constructed campsites at Cottonwood Point Campground, July 28.The Marion Reservoir Lake Office opened 23 campsites that feature water, sewer, and electrical hookups. The sites are available to

  • Corps of Engineers invites public aboard largest diesel towboat on the Mississippi

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Tulsa District offers the public two opportunities to tour the Motor Vessel Mississippi, the largest diesel towboat operating on the Mississippi River. Tours are free and open to the public.

  • Corps evaluating options for future of Walnut Creek State Park on Keystone Lake

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Tulsa District is evaluating options for the future of Walnut Creek State Park on Keystone Lake after receiving notification June 30 from the Oklahoma Department of Tourism of their wish to terminate their recreational lease that includes Walnut Creek.

  • Two camping loops to close temporarily at Lake Texoma

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Tulsa District reminds patrons of Lake Texoma that the “A” and “F” loops within Lakeside campground will not be available for use July 8 through Aug. 26.

  • Corps urges safety for holiday weekend at area lakes

    The Tulsa District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July holiday. If your plans include a trip to a Corps lake, we encourage you to remember these boating and water safety tips.