Center Hill Lake

10/08/2026

Lucas Hix earns top honors across the region. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District Commander Lt. Col. Guillermo Guandique presents Hix with the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Natural Resources Management Employee of the Year Award.

At Cordell Hull Lake, Hix manages Defeated Creek Campground, directs more than 160 dedicated volunteers to generate over $233,000 in operational savings, and leads crucial hearing protection trials for park rangers patrolling federal waters.

Full article: https://www.army.mil/article/296008

09/25/2026

What happens when 7 inches of rain forces water managers to simulate releasing 34,000 cubic feet of water per second? You bring in the experts to make sure our communities stay safe.
This week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District hosted its high-water tabletop exercise at Center Hill Dam. Held every five years, this critical exercise gathers federal, state, and local emergency officials to synchronize response plans, test real-time communication, and fine-tune emergency releases.

Read more about this readiness exercise and what steps you should take if you live downstream of a dam at https://www.army.mil/article/295701

09/24/2026

The mission of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is to deliver engineering solutions, with our partners, to secure our Nation, strengthen our economy, and reduce disaster risk. To achieve this, the Chief of Engineers' first priority is clear, Deliver Today.

We achieve this when,
• We deliver quality projects and services on time and within budget.
• We get the engineering right, securing technical excellence in our designs.
• We get the project management right, driving discipline from start to finish.
• We get the business right, maximizing resource stewardship and efficiency.

Whether upgrading the spillway gates at Center Hill Dam or managing water resources across the Cumberland River Basin, our team remains dedicated to our ultimate vision, Engineering solutions to the nation’s toughest challenges.

(USACE Photos by Noe Gonzalez)

09/23/2026

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District recently celebrated the graduation of its 2026 Leadership Development Program Level 2 class. Over the course of a demanding seven-month curriculum, 20 graduates developed critical skills in emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and interpersonal communication. This rigorous training prepares our next generation of leaders to successfully guide the district's critical infrastructure and regional water resource missions. Read more about the class and their commitment to leadership development on our website.

09/11/2026

As our nation marks the 25th anniversary of September 11, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District pauses to honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the brave responders who answered the call in our country’s darkest hour.

"You could smell the fuel, the dust... To see the faces on the families that were there—that was horrible."
— James Sowell, USACE Nashville District (Ret.)

Within hours of the attacks in 2001, five dedicated Nashville District team members mobilized to Ground Zero. Operating from Pier 90 in Manhattan, Sowell drove and maintained an Emergency Command and Control Vehicle (ECCV), establishing a critical communications lifeline for firefighters, police, and emergency personnel when standard networks were completely severed.

Working around the clock, the Nashville team restored vital satellite links and radio interoperability while emergency management personnel helped lead the 24-hour Emergency Operations Center for the North Atlantic Division.

We remain steadfast in our promise to never forget the sacrifices made that day or the quiet dedication of those who helped rebuild and recover.

🏛️ Learn More: Explore the broader engineering mission at the National Museum of the United States Army newest exhibit, "Steel and Stone: Engineering the Response to 9/11," now free and open to the public.

09/10/2026

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE
The roadway across Center Hill Dam (Hwy 96/141) will be CLOSED Wednesday, September 16, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM for maintenance work.
Both lanes will be closed and no thru traffic will be permitted during this time.
Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is completed safely.

09/03/2026

08/18/2026

How did Civil War-era engineering tools evolve into a massive network of modern hydroelectric dams powering the region? ⚡Today, the Nashville District turns 138 years old. Take a quick trip through time with us to see how we tamed the Cumberland River.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Aug. 18, 2026) – With ceremonial refreshments and a tribute to over a century of regional impact, theU.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nash...

07/31/2026

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District will join the global community in celebrating World Ranger Day today, an annual event that commemorates rangers injured or killed in the line of duty and honors the critical work they do to protect both our natural resources and the people who enjo...

07/31/2026

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE
The roadway across Center Hill Dam (Hwy 96/141) will be CLOSED Friday, August 7, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM for maintenance work.
Both lanes will be closed and no thru traffic will be permitted during this time.
Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is completed safely.