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    Zebra mussels cause severe damage to various moving parts of the hydroelectric power plant in Gavins Point, South Dakota. Water strainers and cooling systems clogged up with zebra mussels require regular shut downs due to over heating and the prevention of water flowing through the powerhouse. (photo by: Michael Schnetzer, USACE Omaha District)

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers moves to eradicate invasive species

    Since the discovery of zebra mussels at the South Dakota Big Bend powerhouse intake gates in the summer of 2019, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has conducted an internal analysis of the potential alternatives to control the invasive species.
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    Omaha District receives distinguished honors for executing record-setting $595 million small business program

    Each year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters Office of Small Business hosts a Small Business Awards Ceremony to recognize districts and individuals across the organization who have made significant contributions to maximize small business opportunities. During a virtual ceremony hosted in Washington, D.C., the Omaha District received several awards for executing its largest small business program ever at $595 million during fiscal year 2020.

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