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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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USACE Celebrates America's 250thEngineering solutions for our Nation’s toughest challenges.

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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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Jun. 09, 2026 | 
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Some people leave a mark that endures. Such is the case of Jacob S. Gelberman (1909-1973) former Operations Division Chief for the New York District of...
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U.S. Army engineers train Ukrainian military officers on large-scale construction management
Jun. 09, 2026 | 
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The process of managing large and complex construction projects is not a task to take lightly. Doing it well requires proper tools and training. The U.S...
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Col. Andrew Baker, USACE LA District commander, receives a USACE Park Ranger campaign hat during his last USACE LA District town hall June 3 in the LA District headquarters building.
LA District commander hosts farewell town hall, awards ceremony
Jun. 08, 2026 | 
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LOS ANGELES — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District Commander Col. Andrew Baker hosted his farewell town hall and the district’s Second Quarter...
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As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrates its 251st birthday on June 16, 2026, the Jacksonville District continues their critical missions which have defined much of its history since the district was established in 1884. The Jacksonville District’s legacy continues to connect Florida’s communities to global markets while supporting economic prosperity, military readiness and the safe movement of commerce throughout the state.
251 Years of Service: The Jacksonville District Continues the Army’s Legacy
Jun. 08, 2026 | 
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As the U.S. Army celebrates its birthday on June 14, 2026, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrates its 251st birthday two days...
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District and U.S. Army National Guard staff conduct a site visit at William F. Hayden Park in Lakewood, Colorado, April 29, 2026. Historic Camp George West, approximately 2 miles north of the former Camp George West Artillery Range, was established in 1903 by the Colorado Army National Guard. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Army National Guard, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the City of Lakewood have been working to remediate the site since 2010. (U.S. Army photo by Makenzie Leonard)
A unified front: federal and state agencies partner to secure Hayden Park
Jun. 08, 2026 | 
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William F. Hayden Park is a scenic public park on the side of Green Mountain in Lakewood, Colorado, attracting nearly 500,000 visitors annually.Prior to...
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Channeling Progress, Building Futures: USACE, Japan MLIT Strengthen Partnership
Jun. 05, 2026 | 
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In a world where complex water resource challenges demand innovative and resilient solutions, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Japan's Ministry...
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