"Your true pilot cares nothing
about anything on earth
but the river, and his pride
in his occupation surpasses
the pride of kings."

—Mark Twain
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Rivers. Important then.
Important now.


Navigation

maintenance

The UMWA helps to ensure the Upper Mississippi navigation system is used and maintained in a safe manner.


Environment

focused

We advocate policies that keep our waterways environmentally healthy and viable.


Stakeholder

members

The association’s membership is comprised of waterway operators, shippers and those interested to promote a thriving waterway.


Representing

Members

We advocate for those in IA, MN and WI with an interest in waterways, from manufacturing to utilities; from transportation to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Transportation

A large percentage of our region’s agricultural products are transported on our waterways.

Wildlife

Our ecology counts on an environmentally sound waterway.

Recreation

Use of waterways is a major contributor to economic vitality.

Infrastructure

Investment in infrastructure is essential to ensure the success of our waterways.

Are you a member? Consider joining UMWA

Please join us in our commitment to preserve the economic and environmental viability of the Upper Mississippi waterway. The organization is only as strong as our membership, and we need people just like you.

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UMWA Latest News & Events


Corps begins construction on Upper Pool 4 project near Bay City, Wisconsin
08/24/2023

Corps begins construction on Upper Pool 4 project near Bay City, Wisconsin, ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. […]


McGregor, Minnesota, resident recognized with national Corps’ award
08/21/2023

McGregor, Minnesota, resident recognized with national Corps’ award, ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers national headquarters recently recognized Tammy […]


Corps seeks public comments on potential Wacouta Bay restoration project
08/21/2023

Corps seeks public comments on potential Wacouta Bay restoration project, ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, […]

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Meet the UMWA Executive Committee

Chair, Board of Directors
Tom Burrows
Road Machinery Services

President
Jeremy C. Putman
Riverview Tug Service, Inc.

Vice President
Mark Wegner, Twin Cities & Western Railroad

Secretary
Amy Hofmeister
Mosaic

Treasurer
Linda Williams
Saint Paul Port Authority

Director
Al Christopherson

Director
David Johnson
Tow, Inc.

Director
Ben Doane
CHS Inc.

Director
Greg Genz
Kaposia Marine

Director
Jack Holm
Lafarge Holcim

Director
Paul Freeman
MN Soybean Growers

Director
Doug Hosszu
Upper River Services LLC

Director
Taylor Luke
LS Marine

Director
Ryan Pecinovsky
Pile Drivers Local 1847

Director
Kathryn Sarnecki
Saint Paul Port Authority

Director
Rick Voigt
Voigt Consultants LLC

Director
Mark Caspers

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400 Wabasha Street North, Ste 240
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(563) 542-4619
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