en.Wedoany.com Reported - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has announced that the contract award for the Rock Hall Harbor maintenance dredging project will be delayed until Fiscal Year 2027, citing incomplete preparatory work related to the dredged material placement site.

According to a letter received by Kent County, the non-federal sponsor of the project, delays associated with the dredged material placement site have prevented the project from proceeding within the current environmental construction window. The USACE noted that additional site preparation work and related documentation are required before the project can commence. Once the placement site is fully ready and all requirements are met, the Corps will award the dredging contract as soon as possible in Fiscal Year 2027.

Rock Hall Mayor James Cook expressed disappointment over the project delay but reaffirmed the town's continued commitment to advancing the project. Cook stated that Rock Hall Harbor is central to the town's economy, maritime heritage, and way of life. Although the town does not control this federal project, it has consistently voiced concerns about the deteriorating condition of the harbor and will continue working with partners to ensure the project remains a priority. He expressed deep disappointment over the additional one-year delay in dredging but reiterated his dedication to advocating for the community and pushing for early construction.

The town stated it will continue to monitor project progress, maintain communication with federal and state representatives, and update the public as more information becomes available.

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