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    In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) Commanding General Maj. Gen. Diana Holland hosted a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Virtual Forum on April 29, 2021. The topic for the forum was ‘In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives’, and panelists included the top female Deputy District Engineers for Programs Project Management (DPM) throughout the region; Kim Thomas, Rock Island District DPPM, Susan Wilson, St. Louis District DPPM, and Pat Hemphill, Vicksburg District DPPM. 
  • Paddle boaters enjoy a day on the lake.

    Army Corps of Engineers promotes water safety this summer season

    Warmer weather is almost here and that means millions of Americans will be planning visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers. As the steward of many of these public waters, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in and around the water.
  • A team that includes subject-matter experts from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the California Department of Public Health and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services conduct a final inspection of work at Adventist Health White Memorial Medical Center in Boyle Heights, California, April 16, as part of FEMA’s support to California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Corps completes final inspection of LA-area hospital COVID-19 additions

    LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District led a final inspection of work April 22 at Mission Community Hospital in Panorama City, California, as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s support to California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • April

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    Lane closure of Highway 32 across Millwood Dam postponed

    The lane closure of Highway 32 across Millwood Dam scheduled for May 4 has been postponed.
  • Photo of Everglades Landscape in Water Conservation Area 3A

    USACE announces a Project Delivery Team Meeting for Combined Operational Plan (COP) Implementation

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District announces a Virtual Project Delivery Team (PDT) Meeting for Combined Operational Plan (COP) Implementation on Tuesday, May 18, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tonia Carr, administrative support assistant in the Executive Office, participates in Denim Day, April 28, 2021.

    USACE Chicago District hosts events to support Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

    (April 30, 2021) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District hosted a number of events in April 2021 to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). This year’s Army theme was "Building Cohesive Teams through Character Trust and Resilience. Protecting Our People Protects Our Mission."
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    Thirty-day public comment period for Dutch Gap ecosystem restoration project begins today

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Chicago District has released for public comment the Draft Integrated Detailed Project Report and Environmental Assessment for the Dutch Gap ecosystem restoration project located in Antioch, Lake County, Illinois.
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    USACE seeks public comment on Draft Environmental Assessment for capital improvements in Napoleon, North Dakota

    Omaha, Neb. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District announces a draft environmental assessment for capital improvements in the city of Napoleon, N.D. is available for public review through May 28, 2021.
  • Will Shuart, Corps of Engineers’ Engineering Research and Development Center’s Geospatial Research Laboratory geographer, recovers a Sensfly eBee X at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, March 22. Shuart, flew two sorties over more than 250 acres at land adjacent to the Army Program Executive Office-Aviation complex on Redstone March 22.

    Huntsville Center, USACE Aviation supports Army Geospatial Research Laboratory for Redstone Arsenal Unmanned Aircraft Systems flights

    Data collected from the UAS flights is used by Soldiers within the IVAS environment to gain a greater understanding and knowledge of the terrain before executing a mission and without having to physically move into an area.
  • Bulltown Historical Association

    Bulltown Historical Association

    The BHA was founded in 2019 by a group of civil war reenactors, their families and friends, with a common goal to educate the public and promote the history of the area. In 2020, in the peak of the Corona Virus National Pandemic, they were able to join with the Burnsville Lake, US Army Corps of Engineers to form a Cooperative Association. This type of an association grants the BHA organization special privileges that allow them to operate on U.S. Army Corps of Engineer property. The BHA works hand in hand with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to preserve and enhance the Bulltown Historical Area in the community of Napier, WV, which is commonly known as Bulltown.

News Releases

  • In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) Commanding General Maj. Gen. Diana Holland hosted a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Virtual Forum on April 29, 2021. The topic for the forum was ‘In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives’, and panelists included the top female Deputy District Engineers for Programs Project Management (DPM) throughout the region; Kim Thomas, Rock Island District DPPM, Susan Wilson, St. Louis District DPPM, and Pat Hemphill, Vicksburg District DPPM. 

  • Army Corps of Engineers promotes water safety this summer season

    Warmer weather is almost here and that means millions of Americans will be planning visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers. As the steward of many of these public waters, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in and around the water.

  • Corps completes final inspection of LA-area hospital COVID-19 additions

    LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District led a final inspection of work April 22 at Mission Community Hospital in Panorama City, California, as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s support to California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Lane closure of Highway 32 across Millwood Dam postponed

    The lane closure of Highway 32 across Millwood Dam scheduled for May 4 has been postponed.

  • USACE announces a Project Delivery Team Meeting for Combined Operational Plan (COP) Implementation

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District announces a Virtual Project Delivery Team (PDT) Meeting for Combined Operational Plan (COP) Implementation on Tuesday, May 18, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  • USACE Chicago District hosts events to support Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

    (April 30, 2021) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District hosted a number of events in April 2021 to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). This year’s Army theme was "Building Cohesive Teams through Character Trust and Resilience. Protecting Our People Protects Our Mission."

  • Thirty-day public comment period for Dutch Gap ecosystem restoration project begins today

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Chicago District has released for public comment the Draft Integrated Detailed Project Report and Environmental Assessment for the Dutch Gap ecosystem restoration project located in Antioch, Lake County, Illinois.

  • USACE seeks public comment on Draft Environmental Assessment for capital improvements in Napoleon, North Dakota

    Omaha, Neb. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District announces a draft environmental assessment for capital improvements in the city of Napoleon, N.D. is available for public review through May 28, 2021.

  • Huntsville Center, USACE Aviation supports Army Geospatial Research Laboratory for Redstone Arsenal Unmanned Aircraft Systems flights

    Data collected from the UAS flights is used by Soldiers within the IVAS environment to gain a greater understanding and knowledge of the terrain before executing a mission and without having to physically move into an area.

  • Bulltown Historical Association

    The BHA was founded in 2019 by a group of civil war reenactors, their families and friends, with a common goal to educate the public and promote the history of the area. In 2020, in the peak of the Corona Virus National Pandemic, they were able to join with the Burnsville Lake, US Army Corps of Engineers to form a Cooperative Association. This type of an association grants the BHA organization special privileges that allow them to operate on U.S. Army Corps of Engineer property. The BHA works hand in hand with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to preserve and enhance the Bulltown Historical Area in the community of Napier, WV, which is commonly known as Bulltown.

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As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reflects on 250 years of service to the Nation, 1st Lt. Amanda Warren is also taking a well-deserved moment to reflect—this time, as one of USACE’s newest Ranger-qualified soldiers. 🔗 Full story: https://t.co/CgXB2ako5a https://t.co/aqacdTnwwg
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As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reflects on 250 years of service to the Nation, 1st Lt. Amanda Warren is also taking a well-deserved moment to reflect—this time, as one of USACE’s newest Ranger-qualified soldiers. 🔗 Full story: https://t.co/CgXB2ako5a https://t.co/aqacdTnwwg
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As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reflects on 250 years of service to the Nation, 1st Lt. Amanda Warren is also taking a well-deserved moment to reflect—this time, as one of USACE’s newest Ranger-qualified soldiers. 🔗 Full story: https://t.co/CgXB2ako5a https://t.co/aqacdTnwwg
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May is National Water Safety Month so remember to play it safe whenever you’re in, on, or near open water (i.e. lakes, rivers, ponds etc.) and please wear your life jacket. #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns https://t.co/VPdyasIyYJ
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We will be sharing dam safety content throughout May as we prepare to commemorate National Dam Safety Awareness Day on May 31. Stay tuned for more on dams all through May! #dambeautiful #DamSafetyDay https://t.co/xdNRoe3tgW
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Teach and model what healthy, safe and respectful relationships look like. Get involved in efforts to support survivors through community events or volunteering. Learn more: https://t.co/xITAjY0cSH #SAAPM #BeTheChange #CourageFuelsChange https://t.co/exKu4xa86t
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If you own an inflatable life jacket, do you know if it is a manual- or automatic-inflate style? Make sure you know before you get out on the water and might have to depend on it to save your life. https://t.co/y5JBA77NgO
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Tune in for the latest episode of Inside the Castle! In this episode we are joined by Eric Daniels with the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence. Learn how the mission to help the Army attract and retain top talent called him back after retirement: https://t.co/dgwt7qGkWh https://t.co/mLBugxjD6v
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Brig. Gen. Walter, from Edisto Island S.C., serves as the commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Southwestern Division.
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Congratulations to now-Brig. Gen. George H. Walter, the newest general officer of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who was promoted in our Headquarters on Friday in a ceremony hosted by Lt. Gen. William "Butch" Graham, USACE CG and 56th Chief of Engineers. Essayons! https://t.co/moSVYXMoFh
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers supports our nation's economy through maintaining safe and reliable navigation systems. Learn more about that mission here! https://t.co/tuHl9ZxbRV
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ICYMI: Proposals being accepted for studies/projects for Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development https://t.co/dGJk1Xj3ec https://t.co/oAyAKN7YLf
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RT @ArmyERDC: Last week, ERDC’s Permafrost Tunnel Research Facility in Fox, Alaska, hosted @SecArmy Daniel Driscoll. Secretary Driscoll le…
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This week we celebrate the U.S. Army Engineer Regiment! Various activities in celebration of Engineer Regimental Week 2025 will also take place at U.S. Army Fort Leonard Wood, home of the U.S. Army Engineer School. Learn more here: https://t.co/tJJjsZn2vK https://t.co/tGINoS91wT
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This week we celebrate the U.S. Army Engineer Regiment! Various activities in celebration of Engineer Regimental Week 2025 will also take place at U.S. Army Fort Leonard Wood, home of the U.S. Army Engineer School. Learn more here: https://t.co/tJJjsZn2vK https://t.co/tGINoS91wT
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Many people drown every year retrieving things, such as boats that have drifted away, so knowing how to tie the proper knot could help prevent that. You should always wear a life jacket when retrieving anything that’s drifting away. #PleaseWearIt https://t.co/xH4LET5XOk
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"More than just a place to fix equipment, it’s a force multiplier." — Bryton Johnson @USACEinCENTCOM just delivered a Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility to Task Force Reaper, strengthening combat readiness across @CENTCOM. 🔗https://t.co/VgXfS0dkXp
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We are working every day to engineer solutions for our Nation’s toughest challenges. Learn more about how USACE has supported the Nation for the past 250 years: https://t.co/aTy0G64ole https://t.co/cIsrwpSwN3
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Held in Arlington, VA, the symposium welcomed over 100 leaders from across the Army, industry, and government to explore how modern, resilient installations support Soldiers, families, and mission success. https://t.co/9bPge6LMrR
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Recently, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Command Sergeant Major Douglas Galick represented USACE on @AUSAorg “Hot Topic” panel: Building, Maintaining & Restoring Infrastructure: Enabling Warfighter Readiness. https://t.co/ux1v4O68p2
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