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New Book Details Last Ohio River Wicket Dams’ History

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New Book Details Last Ohio River Wicket Dams’ History

July 7, 2023

A new book exploring the history of the Ohio River’s last two wicket dams is available from the Louisville Engineer District. “Last of the Old Wicket Dams: A History of… Read More

Demolition At Ohio River L&Ds 52, 53 To Wrap Up In 2022 A blast from underwater demolition takes places November 19, 2021, at the former Ohio River Lock and Dam 53. Landside demolition at the former locks and dams 52 in Brookport, Ill., and 53 in Olmsted, Ill., was completed in 2021. The marine demolition at both projects is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. (Photo courtesy of Louisville Engineer District)

A blast from underwater demolition takes places November 19, 2021, at the former Ohio River Lock and Dam 53. Landside demolition at the former locks and dams 52 in Brookport, Ill., and 53 in Olmsted, Ill., was completed in 2021. The marine demolition at both projects is expected to be completed by the end of 2022. (Photo courtesy of Louisville Engineer District)

Demolition At Ohio River L&Ds 52, 53 To Wrap Up In 2022

April 1, 2022

Demolition at the former Ohio River locks and dams 52 and 53 in southern Illinois is expected to be complete by the end of the year. While landside demolition was… Read More

Demolition Set For Former Ohio L&D 53

May 10, 2021

Blasting will begin in mid-May this year and last through late June 2022 to demolish the former Lock and Dam 53 near Olmsted, Ill. Daily blasting is expected Monday through… Read More