July 13, 2020
Value to the Nation for REC has been updated with FY19 Data
Natural and recreational resources at the 402 USACE lakes provide social, economic and environmental benefits for all Americans. The money spent by visitors to USACE lake and river projects on trip expenses adds to the local and national economies by supporting jobs and generating income. Visitor spending represents a sizable component of the economy in many communities around USACE lake and river projects. The 260 million visits to Corps Lakes in 2019 result in $11 BILLION in visitor spending to the areas around our lakes. There is now new Value to the Nation data posted for the program (last updated 2016). The Recreation Fast Facts reports highlight some of the benefits related to USACE's role in managing natural and recreational resources in the U.S. Please pass along to pertinent personnel and use for your various updates.

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Ryan Hartwig
Recreation Program Manager (acting)

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