U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Extends Closures Due to COVID-19

download-6

Rock Island, Il – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rock Island District announced on Thursday that, due to the ongoing concerns related to the spread of COVID-19, it has extended its recreation area closures through May 31.

Refunds will be provided through Recreation One-Stop (www.recreation.gov) to those with campground or picnic shelter reservations through May 31. All other Corps-sponsored events, interpretive programs, lock-and-dam tours and site visits have also been canceled through May 31.

The Rock Island District says they regret any inconvenience caused by these closures and continues to keep the safety and health of their visitors and employees as their top priority.