The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Buffalo District started the Cleveland Harbor spring 2018 dredging program last week.
As part of the $4.688 million contract awarded to Ryba Marine Construction on September 6, 2017, 200,000 cubic yards of sediment will be dredged, with 100,000 cubic yards being hydraulically placed into a confined disposal facility, and 100,000 cubic yards being mechanically placed into a contractor furnished confined disposal facility.
“ We recognize the economic importance of maintaining a safe and navigable channel as we continue to work collaboratively with stakeholders to dredge Cleveland Harbor, ” said Lt. Col. Adam Czekanski, USACE Buffalo District Commander .
USACE also added that they are committed to working in Cleveland Harbor, and across the Great Lakes Navigation System, to find sustainable solutions for dredged material management.