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USACE Marks 250 Years with Pivotal Support to the Army’s Birthday

By Maj. Spencer Garrison and Kathryne Gest HQ USACE Public Affairs Office Published June 30, 2025
As the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th anniversary June 14 with a birthday festival and parade in the nation's capital, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was hard at work behind the scenes and on the logistical front lines. In a powerful intersection of history and engineering excellence, USACE’s contributions helped ensure parade success while also symbolizing its own 250th anniversary of building and defending the nation.
Making America Great: The Army and Its Engineers Celebrate 250 Years of Service

By Charles Maib CEPOJ Published June 16, 2025
This year marks a monumental anniversary for America: 250 years of unwavering dedication by the U.S. Army along with its indispensable branch, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Together, these two venerable institutions have played pivotal roles not only in protecting American freedom but also in weaving the very fabric of the nation’s development.
Engineering the Alliance: JED in the 21st Century and Beyond

By Charles Maib U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Japan Engineer District Published June 15, 2025
As the new millennium unfolded, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (JED) entered a transformative era. Building upon decades of bilateral cooperation, JED adapted to evolving strategic priorities, technological advancements, and global challenges, all while maintaining its commitment to excellence in engineering, construction and delivery.
New York District Honors 250 Years of Army Engineering Excellence

By Public Affairs NAN Published June 11, 2025
NEW YORK – As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers marks its 250th Anniversary in 2025, the New York District proudly joins in celebrating a legacy of engineering excellence that dates back to the Continental Congress’ appointment of the first Army engineers on June 16, 1775.
The Legacy of America's Engineers in the Middle East

By Catherine Carroll U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division Published June 9, 2025
Legacy is not about what is built. It is about what endures. For 250 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has shaped the nation’s strength through engineering. Every district, division, and mission contributes to that legacy, supporting the U.S. Army, serving the public, and building the foundations that carry us forward.
Huntsville Center awards $3 billion energy resilience contracts

By William S. Farrow Huntsville Center Public Affairs Published June 10, 2025
Huntsville Center’s ESPC MATOC IV can be implemented and paid for from energy savings within the contract term as contracted Energy Savings Companies (ESCOs) utilizes its private capital to make infrastructure improvements without tapping into the stakeholder’s budget.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launches nationwide Recreation Operational Status website

HQ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Public Affairs Office Published May 22, 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has launched its Recreation Operational Status website to keep the public informed about the operational status of USACE recreation areas nationwide.

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ERDC and the 109th Airlift Wing team up for aviation first

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USACE Marks 250 Years with Pivotal Support to the Army’s Birthday

Jun. 30, 2025 |

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As the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th anniversary June 14 with a birthday festival and parade in the nation's capital, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was...

Sacramento Districts Chad Young Selected for ERDC University

Jun. 27, 2025 |

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Chad Young, a planner with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Sacramento District, has been selected as one of five USACE participants for the 2025...

Fort Worth District Earns a Best Practice During Inspector General P2 Inspection

Jun. 26, 2025 |

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District recently welcomed a three-member team from the USACE Inspector General’s office for an inspection of...

Pacific Ocean Division Welcomes Command Sgt. Maj. Zachary R. Plummer

Jun. 25, 2025 |

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Command Sgt. Maj. Zachary R. Plummer assumed responsibility as the new Pacific Ocean Division (POD) Command Sergeant Major at a June 25 ceremony at Ft...

Building together: USACE highlights regional needs, invites business innovation

Jun. 25, 2025 |

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The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Northwest Posts hosted the Meet the Chiefs 2025 Regional Event on June 17, at the Seattle Airport...

Congressman Michael Collins tours Army Corps projects in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

Jun. 25, 2025 |

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SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO – The Honorable Michael Collins (R-GA) recently concluded a three-day tour of Army Corps of Engineers projects across Puerto Rico and...

ERDC Alumni Association awards scholarships to nine high-school graduates

Jun. 25, 2025 |

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Each year, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Alumni Association presents scholarships to local high-school graduates. This...

Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it is seeking comments on its proposal to renew and revise 56 existing nationwide permits and issue one new nationwide permit authorizing activities...

Army Corps of Engineers announces proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it has prepared its proposal to renew and revise 56 of 57 existing nationwide permits for work in wetlands and other waters that are...

Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers’ Birthday and Juneteenth Celebration

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,600 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of the USACE...