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ERDC looks to modernize flood models with levee vegetation index
By
Justin Campfield, ERDC public affairs specialist
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center
Published Nov. 5, 2024
A multidisciplinary ERDC team is working to modernize widely used flood models such as StormSim and Hydrologic Engineering Center software by developing a vegetation index that more comprehensively quantifies vegetation stability on coastal levees. The index will incorporate an array of ecological measurements, such as root/shoot ratios, evapotranspiration rates, soil moisture, vegetation shear, root strength, and vegetation age, size and type.
Pilot project tests new technology for collecting sediment from Niobrara River
By
Delanie Stafford
USACE OMAHA DISTRICT
Published Nov. 5, 2024
A joint research pilot project between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center and the Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition was recently conducted on the Niobrara River in northeast Nebraska to test new technology designed to intercept sediment from the riverbed before it reaches Lewis and Clark Lake.
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Published Nov. 6, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,850 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of Veterans Day, November 11.
Chief of Engineers visits Hurricane Milton-battered Florida
By
Mark Rankin
Jacksonville District
Published Oct. 30, 2024
SARASOTA, Fla. (Oct. 29, 2024) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 56th chief of engineers, Lt. Gen. William H. Graham, visited the Sarasota, Florida, area to meet with leaders and volunteers involved with USACE's Hurricane Milton response.
Operation Blue Roof sign-up for Hurricane Milton extended thru Nov. 14
Jacksonville District
Published Oct. 28, 2024
SARASOTA, Fla. – At the request of the State of Florida and FEMA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will continue to collect Right of Entry (ROE) forms for Operation Blue Roof through Thursday, Nov. 14, extending the original deadline by nine days. Homeowners impacted by Hurricane Milton can sign-up for this FREE service at BlueRoof.gov or by calling toll free 1-888-ROOF-BLU (1-888-766-3258).
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division Personnel Support Hawaii Wildfires Recovery
By
Army Lt. Col. Angela King-Sweigart
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division
Published Oct. 24, 2024
Several staff members assigned to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division were activated to support U.S. Army Corps of Engineers response to the Hawaii wildfires.
USACE Far East District challenges workforce to “Walk A Mile in Their Shoes” for National Disability Employment Awareness Month
By
Monique Freemon
USACE Far East District
Published Oct. 29, 2024
To walk a mile in one’s shoes requires empathy and action. In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Tracy Aristide, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, coordinated a “Walk a Mile in Their Shoes” event on Oct. 17, 2024, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
Early involvement of coatings experts can have big impact on project success
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By Tim Reeves, U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center
Published Oct. 30, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Paint Technology Center, Technical Center of Expertise (PTCx) is at the forefront of cutting-edge research and development, while also supporting project managers across the Department of Defense in ensuring the correct coatings, methods and personnel are used to protect infrastructure, reduce downtime and extend service life.
Debris Removal Effort Ramps Up at Claytor Lake with Additional Resources
By
James E Walker IV
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Published Oct. 28, 2024
DUBLIN, Va., October 23, 2024 – Debris removal operations at Claytor Lake have intensified as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), in partnership with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), deploys additional resources to accelerate recovery from Hurricane Helene.
San Francisco District planning team applies nature-based solutions to Roi-Namur recovery efforts
By
Tammy L. Reed
USACE San Francisco District
Published Oct. 29, 2024
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers San Francisco District’s knowledge of and push for Engineering with Nature principles and designs reached a new high as the district’s EWN expertise jumped an ocean all the way to Roi-Namur, the second largest island of the Kwajalein Atoll in the western central Pacific Ocean. It’s part of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and it lies 2,100 nautical miles southwest of Honolulu and about 4,200 nautical miles southwest of San Francisco. On Oct. 11, a San Francisco District project development team submitted its preliminary EWN and non-EWN design plans to protect facilities against large waves to the USACE Honolulu District to present to the U.S. Army Garrison – Kwajalein Atoll and U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command.
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USACE recognizes workforce in National Awards Ceremony
Nov. 13, 2024 |
News
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) recognized the accomplishments of many of its outstanding Civilians and Soldiers during a Nov. 13 awards ceremony...
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Lieutenant General William H. Graham (far left), 56th Chief of Engineers and Commanding General, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Command Sergeant Major Douglas Galick (far right), 15th Command Sergeant Major, USACE present (left to right) Brad Scully, Lise Ditzel-Ma, Gerald Young, Jodi Yoshishige, and David Matsumoto the 2024 USACE Project Delivery Team of the Year Award at the 2024 USACE National Award Ceremony in Washington, DC Nov. 13, 2024. This was to commemorate the PDT’s work on the Command and Control Facility Project on Fort Shafter, Hawaii, which is the new U.S. Army Pacific Headquarters building now named the Frederick C. Weyand Command Center. (Photo courtesy of USACE HQ).
Honolulu District Wins Two Awards at 2024 USACE National Award Ceremony
Nov. 13, 2024 |
News
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Honolulu District received National Recognition in two different categories this year awarded during 2024 USACE National...
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This edition highlights providing environmental and economic benefits, in support of Environmental Operating Principle #3.
The Corps Environment – Fall 2024 edition now available
Nov. 13, 2024 |
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The Fall 2024 edition of The Corps Environment is now available! This edition features ongoing projects and initiatives that are providing enduring...
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Soil Similarity search based on Vicksburg, MS and it’s results, each image showing different similarity filtering
ERDC Engineers Enhance Data Classification with Regional Locality-Sensitive Hashing Patent
Nov. 13, 2024 |
News
The “Classification Engineering Using Regional Locality-Sensitive Hashing (LSH) Searches” represents a significant leap in data classification and...
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The history of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) represents a cornerstone in the development of our nation, with its impact extending far beyond the mainland United States. Since the early 20th century, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean region have played a vital role within USACE, marked by a century of engineering innovation and collaboration. United States Army Corps of Engineers dated 1927, available at the Library of Congress | Control number 98687143.
Over a Century of Engineering Excellence: The history of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
Nov. 12, 2024 |
News
The history of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) represents a pillar in the development of our nation, with its impact extending far beyond the...
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H2Rescue driving through finish line, setting record for longest distance by a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle heavy-duty truck without refueling
ERDC’s H2Rescue truck drives into GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Books
Nov. 12, 2024 |
News
In a partnership with Accelera™ by Cummins, a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title has been set for the longest distance traveled by a hydrogen fuel cell...
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Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,850 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of Veterans Day, November 11...
Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 28
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of...
New Army Civil Works program announces 18 proposals are being invited to apply for federal financing for non-federal dam safety project
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced the first set of proposals being invited to apply for loans under the new Corps...
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