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Levees are a vital part of modern flood risk management. They are part of flood defense systems that may also include flood walls, pumping stations, gates closures, and other associated structures. These elements work together to reduce risk to human life and reduce economic damages from flood events. — USACE extends comment period on draft National Levee Safety Guidelines

'The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it is extending the comment period on the draft first edition of the National Levee Safety Guidelines to Aug. 31, 2024. The guidelines were developed with stakeholder input under the National Levee Safety Program and released for public review on...'

7/19/2024
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Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 28

Sept. 19, 2024

New Army Civil Works program announces 18 proposals are being invited to apply for federal financing for non-federal dam safety project

Sept. 13, 2024

News Stories

May

19 May 2015
VICKSBURG DISTRICT - The Corps Encourages Life Jacket Wear for Boaters and Swimmers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers always encourages safety for everyone and especially when engaged in water related activities. The Corps is stressing the Wear Your Life Jacket safety message for the Memorial Day weekend by encouraging that you wear life jackets when boating or swimming.
14 May 2015
Corps invites public to hike rediscovered segment of Trail of Tears
SMYRNA, Tenn. (May 13, 2015) – The forced removal of Cherokee Indians east of the Mississippi River in 1838 to Indian Territory in present-day Oklahoma is described by the Cherokee Nation today as the “trail where they cried.” A rediscovered segment of the Trail of Tears near the East Fork Recreation Area is providing new insight into what they experienced during the journey across Tennessee.
13 May 2015
Unmanned survey boat helps engineers plan for bridge project
PITTSBURGH - Technology developed to help Marines plan for amphibious operations is now assisting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with collecting hydrographic survey data in areas not easily accessed by a manned vessel.
12 May 2015
“Worst flooding in years,” isn’t most destructive
Flooding, with record flood stages in the Salt Creek basin struck Lincoln, Nebraska on Thursday, May 7. Heavy, unpredicted rain fell overnight on May 6, with rainfall totals at nearly 7 inches in Lincoln and up to nearly 10.5 inches in Fairbury, Nebraska near the Little Blue River nearly 70 miles southwest of Lincoln. As the Salt Creek and nearby tributaries reached flood stage, the state of Nebraska and LPSNRD requested technical assistance from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under Public Law 84-99, which authorizes USACE to provide assistance when waterways are in or forecast to be in or above flood stage.
12 May 2015
Aegis Ashore team finds timely solution to portable power need
NAVAL SUPPORT FACILITY DEVESELU, Romania (May 12, 2015) -- A U.S. Navy base, under construction in Romania, is using U.S. Soldiers to ensure that the second phase of the European Phased Adaptive Approach, or EPAA, to ballistic missile defense of U.S. and allied interests becomes operational on time.
8 May 2015
Work paused for safety stand-down, highlighting fall prevention
Falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry so each year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration asks employers in the construction industry to participate in the voluntary National Fall Prevention Stand-Down. This year’s National Safety Stand-Down, which raises awareness of preventing fall hazards, is May 4-15. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District asked contractors on each project to set aside some time to pause their work and conduct a focused safety talk on ladder safety, scaffold safety or other fall protection topics.
5 May 2015
Navy’s SPAWAR sees reduced energy costs with Huntsville Center’s Energy Savings Performance Contract
The U.S. Navy’s Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command Systems Center Pacific used a Huntsville Center Energy Savings Performance Contract to reduce energy costs. The ESPC model used at Huntsville Center is an agreement between the government and an energy service contractor which provides capital and expertise to make comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements on facilities or implement new renewable energy capabilities and maintains them in exchange for a portion of the generated savings.
1 May 2015
Engineering Minds
To engage young minds and provide a hands-on learning opportunity for students, the Charleston
1 May 2015
French grad student studies California biodiversity
When a doctoral student from the University of Versailles needed to understand how America balances urban development with natural preservation, she visited the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District.
April

28 Apr 2015
Army’s first resource efficiency manager workshop filled with passion for energy management
The Army’s first Resource Efficiency Manager (REM) Workshop was April 15-17 on Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Huntsville Center, which manages the REM program, hosted the event to enhance the knowledge base of the growing network of REMs across the Army and Army Reserve.

News Releases

8 Sep 2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District to Close Offices for Hurricane Irma
Charleston, S.C. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District will close their downtown
8 Sep 2017
Myrtle Beach Storm Damage Reduction Project Stopped Due to Hurricane Irma
Charleston, S.C. –The Myrtle Beach Storm Damage Reduction Project has temporarily stopped as
7 Sep 2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers prepares for Hurricane Irma; continues to respond to Harvey
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is closely coordinating with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), other federal partners, and state and local agencies in preparing for Hurricane Irma.
6 Sep 2017
Corps continues prepping for Irma; issues guidance to boaters and campers
As Hurricane Irma approaches, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District is preparing to respond as needed and providing information to boaters and campers on operational adjustments that will take place at navigation locks and recreation facilities.
5 Sep 2017
USACE announced plans for Addicks and Barker Releases at local press conference
The Corps of Engineers conducted a press conference to inform the public about the gradual reduction in releases from Addicks and Barker Dams which began Sunday. The reductions will take place until approximately September 15.
5 Sep 2017
Corps to release water from Lake Okeechobee in advance of Irma
As Hurricane Irma makes its way across the Atlantic, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District has begun a pre-storm drawdown that includes water releases from Lake Okeechobee.
3 Sep 2017
USACE announces plans for future Addicks and Barker Releases
The Army Corps of Engineers will begin a gradual reduction in releases from Addicks and Barker Dams beginning tonight. These reductions will take place from now until approximately September 15.
2 Sep 2017
Sam Rayburn Reservoir increases power generation
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District officials announce today an increase of power generation for critical infrastructure needs and to stabilize the power grid of Southeast Texas.
2 Sep 2017
Corps prepares for Irma; activates EOC
As Hurricane Irma makes its way across the Atlantic Ocean, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District has activated its emergency operations center and is ready to deploy teams should it become necessary.
25 Aug 2017
Post storm guidance for flood recovery and repair activities public notice released
FORT WORTH, Texas –U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials have posted a Flood Recovery and Repair