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🌊 #GreatLakesWaterLevels: Lakes Superior and Michigan-Huron are in the midst of their seasonal declines. However, Lakes St. Clair, Erie, and Ontario rose in January. Water supplies received by Lake Superior were below average in January, but water supplies to the other lakes were above average. Great Lakes basin-wide precipitation was above average in January, with only Lake Superior receiving below average precipitation. The latest 6-month forecast predicts the levels of Lakes Superior and Michigan-Huron will continue to decline in February and Lake St. Clair will also fall. The levels of Lake Erie and Ontario are expected to continue rising. For more information, please visit the latest 6-month water level forecast: https://lnkd.in/gM3f3zNY. #DetroitDistrict #GreatLakes #WaterLevels U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District

🌦 In August, rainfall across the Great Lakes was near average, except for near Lake Ontario where rainfall was well above average. This high rainfall likely brought about above average water supplies to Lake Ontario that was not experienced for the other Lakes. 🌊 As anticipated, all of the lakes began their seasonal declines in August and while water levels in August 2024 were below August levels in 2023, levels on all of the lakes except for Superior were above their long-term averages. 🌬 As we transition into La Niña conditions, what’s in store for Great Lakes water levels? Find out in the latest 6-month forecast found on our website at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gdSzCRsV #DetroitDistrict #GreatLakes #WaterLevels U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division

#GreatLakesWaterLevels 🌊 July monthly mean water levels were near long-term average levels on Lakes Superior and Ontario, while Lakes Michigan-Huron, St. Clair and Erie were above their long-term average levels for July. 🍂 The late summer or early fall is typically when the lakes are entering their period of seasonal decline as cooler air moves over the relatively warm lake water surfaces and evaporation increases. 🌦 What can we expect for Great Lakes Water Levels over the next 6 months? Find out in the latest 6-month water level forecast at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gdSzCRsV #DetroitDistrict #GreatLakes #WaterLevels U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District

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🌦 The Great Lakes basin experienced near average precipitation in May, equating to about three inches of rainfall. Despite generally warmer and drier than normal conditions, all of the Great Lakes continued their seasonal rise in May. While these 2024 levels were below May levels in 2023, levels on Lakes Michigan-Huron, St. Clair and Erie were still above the long-term average. ☀️ As we head toward summer, what’s in store for Great Lakes water levels? Find out in the latest 6-month forecast found on our website at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gM3f3zNY. #DetroitDistrict #GreatLakes #WaterLevels U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District

During #NationalEngineersWeek, the #USArmy highlights the pivotal role of Army engineers. Their work and dedication make them crucial in addressing evolving challenges and ensuring a resilient and stronger future for our nation. Watch this video and learn how the US Army Corps of Engineers is #MakingaDifference in the ongoing recovery efforts following the Hawaii wildfires.

🌊All of the Great Lakes are in the midst of their seasonal rise. In fact, the monthly mean levels of Lakes St. Clair, Erie and Ontario climbed five to six inches from March to April. 🌊In addition, each of the Great Lakes experienced above average precipitation in April, as provisional estimates indicate Lakes Michigan-Huron, Erie and Ontario received precipitation that was around 40% above average. 🌊Are all of the lakes predicted to continuing rising in May? Find out by checking the latest forecast on our website: https://lnkd.in/gM3f3zNY #DetroitDistrict #GreatLakes #WaterLevels U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District

🌊 Building a safer tomorrow starts today! 🏗 It's Wear Your Lifejacket at Work Day, a reminder that safety doesn't take a backseat, especially when water's involved. Construction crews, maritime workers, and all water-related jobs, let's prioritize safety by strapping on those lifejackets. Protecting lives is the foundation of every project. #wearyourlifejacketatworkday #SafetyFirst #ConstructionSafety #WaterSafety #USACE Safe Boating Campaign, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Transatlantic Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters

Some helpful information about the state of the Port Allen Lock and IHNC repairs and projected timelines. Sure is helpful to have “easy to digest” timelines when planning future voyages!