U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chooses Canal Over New Dam for Gallipolis Locks on Ohio River
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has selected a canal option to enhance the Gallipolis Locks and Dam on the Ohio River, opting against the construction of a new dam. This decision, driven by the need to accommodate modern barge traffic, allows for quicker implementation despite higher costs and helps preserve land for local industrial development, notably the ongoing construction of Nucor Steel's $4 billion mill.

Jan 10, 2026, 6:29 PM