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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Our Mission:

Deliver vital engineering solutions, in collaboration with our partners, to secure our Nation, energize our economy, and reduce disaster risk.

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Regulatory Request System

The Regulatory Program is committed to protecting the Nation's aquatic resources and navigation capacity, while allowing reasonable development through fair and balanced decisions.  The Corps evaluates permit applications for essentially all construction activities that occur in the Nation's waters, including wetlands. Learn More | Regulatory Request System

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is opening doors for the next generation of talent and we are looking for individuals ready to do more than just start a job. Build Your Future, Build Something That Matters, Build Strong With Us, Here.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is one of the nation's leading federal providers of outdoor recreation with more than 400 lake and river projects in 43 states. Visitors of all ages can enjoy traditional activities like hiking, boating, fishing, camping and hunting, and for those slightly more adventurous there is snorkeling, windsurfing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking and geo-caching.  Regardless of your favorite outdoor activity one thing is certain, recreation enriches people's lives. Learn More

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Contracting With USACE
The USACE Directorate of Contracting provides enterprise acquisition leadership, policy, and operational support to enable the timely delivery of military, civil works, and emergency response missions. Learn More

The Directorate of Civil Works is a major component of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.  The Civil Works programs include water resource development activities including flood risk management, navigation, recreation, and infrastructure and environmental stewardship. Learn more

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The Directorate provides premier engineering, construction, real estate, stability operations, and environmental management products and services for the Army, Air Force, other assigned U.S. Government agencies and foreign governments. Learn More

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers’ Birthday
Jun. 09, 2026 | 
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,800 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in...
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Power Restored, Recovery Continues for Tinian Residents
May. 29, 2026 | 
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SAIPAN, Northern Mariana Islands – At the direction of FEMA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Honolulu District and the Army’s 249th Engineer Battalion...
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Record of Decision signed for Dakota Access Pipeline Final Environmental Impact Statement
May. 21, 2026 | 
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers signed the Record of Decision (ROD) today for the Dakota Access Pipeline Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS),...
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ASA(CW) Adam Telle, back left, announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program. “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” will provide greater focus on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) core Civil Works missions, while minimizing non-core programs, direct funding to priority water resources projects that will provide the greatest benefits to the nation, shorten permitting timelines, and reduce or eliminate extraneous regulations and paperwork that slow USACE’s delivery of Civil Works projects and programs.
Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works announces ‘Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork’ initiative for the Army’s Civil Works program
Feb. 23, 2026 | 
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Today, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s...
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Active emergency preparedness in action: Walla Walla District staff navigate a realistic crisis scenario during the Lucky Peak Emergency Action Plan tabletop exercise. These exercises are critical for testing established communication channels between USACE and external partners, ensuring teams are prepared to act quickly and protect public safety.
Vigilance 24/7: How the Walla Walla District prepares dams – and communities – for the unexpected
Jun. 17, 2026 | 
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WALLA WALLA, Wash. – What does it take to keep a dam safe? For the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District the answer goes far beyond replacing...
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At a March 2026 town hall, a cross-functional team led by the USACE Walla Walla District’s Regulatory Branch was named the USACE National Regulatory Team of the Year. They were recognized for successfully managing the complex Stibnite Mine Project in Idaho, an effort requiring extensive coordination with tribal nations, partner agencies, and stakeholders.
Complex project earns Walla Walla District team national award
Jun. 17, 2026 | 
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District is part of the first team ever to receive the USACE National Regulatory Team of the Year, recognized...
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Commander’s visit to Rend Lake highlights partnerships, recreation, and regional impact
Jun. 17, 2026 | 
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Col. Andy Pannier, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District commander, visited Rend Lake to meet with project staff, recognize employees and...
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USACE, U.S. Air Force partners fortify Malmstrom national defense with ‘Gateway to Sentinel’ groundbreaking
Jun. 17, 2026 | 
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U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers leaders celebrated a project groundbreaking May 28, 2026 at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The project...
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Artist's rendering of the future Air Operation facility at Vandenberg Space Force Base featuring a new air traffic control tower.
Collaboration key for design contract replacing critical infrastructure at Spaceport
Jun. 17, 2026 | 
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Although there are no fixed or rotary wing aircraft assigned to Vandenberg, various transient aircraft often use their 15,000 ft. runway to deliver...
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Patricia Fontanet Rodríguez, chief of Emergency Management for the Caribbean District, points out the path of a fictional hurricane during the Caribbean District’s 2026 Hurricane Tabletop Exercise in San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 9–10. Participants coordinated actions for a simulated Category 3 storm. The exercise demonstrated how USACE districts can rapidly surge personnel and expertise to support FEMA and local agencies during major disasters.
Caribbean District prepares for 2026 Hurricane Season with multi‑day exercise
Jun. 16, 2026 | 
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SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO – The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which began June 1 and runs through November 30, is forecast by the National Oceanic and...
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