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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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News Stories

March

17 Mar 2015
Fightin’ Ice
For the past few months, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District lock workers on the Allegheny River have been fighting the elements to keep the locks operational as the region endured severe freezing temperatures.
10 Mar 2015
Outreach a ‘Wise’ pursuit to securing Corps’ future
SAVANNAH, Ga. – Millions of students are plagued by the age-old question, “What do I want to do for a living?” but the Corps helps to rectify this enigma by offering industry exposure to students at statewide outreach events.
3 Mar 2015
Unique History of an International Partnership in Water Resources Management
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA. As part of a combined effort by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
February

26 Feb 2015
Top priority on top of the world - Corps maintains Arctic Air Base, supporting national security
It's 9:00PM and 2 degrees in Thule Air Base located in the northwestern corner of Greenland in the
13 Feb 2015
Unique program celebrates five years changing veterans’ lives, preserving history
On the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, Maj. Gen. Michael Wehr, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi Valley Division, recalled part of the sixteenth President’s second inaugural address as part of celebrating another important anniversary.
13 Feb 2015
Gilfillan to help teach other federal agencies protection of Native American sacred sites
Mark Gilfillan, tribal liaison with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District, has been asked to help teach members of other federal agencies how to best protect Native American sacred sites.
13 Feb 2015
USACE enables, supports Combined Joint Task Force during Operation Inherent Resolve
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or USACE plays a vital role in supporting Operation Inherent
10 Feb 2015
Last 2 Ebola treatment units completed
U.S. and international agencies carrying out Operation United Assistance have wrapped up work on the final two of 10 Ebola treatment units in Liberia, a top engineer with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) said Jan. 23. Europe District’s Forward Engineer Support Team-Advanced played a part by providing technical expertise.
10 Feb 2015
Breaking barriers: Army opens first-of-its-kind ACP in Germany
WIESBADEN, Germany — The Clay Kaserne Access Control Point is the first Department of Defense project worldwide to employ a new active vehicle barrier safety scheme, know as High Efficiency Presence Detection.
January

28 Jan 2015
Corps of Engineers takes constructive approach in developing its engineers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 27, 2015) – Did you know that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers builds more than structures and dam safety projects? The Nashville District also uses a constructive approach to develop its engineers and encourages them to obtain their professional certifications.

News Releases

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
25 Aug 2017
Hurricane Harvey: Pittsburgh Emergency Power Team Activated
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District has begun prepositioning emergency power assets in Texas as Hurricane Harvey approaches landfall later this evening.
24 Aug 2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dedicates new survey vessel serving Baltimore Harbor
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, dedicated its new hydrographic survey vessel, CATLETT, this morning in a ceremony in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
23 Aug 2017
USACE Galveston District prepares for Tropical Depression Harvey
GALVESTON, Texas (August 23, 2017) – The U.S Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District initiated emergency operations on Tuesday afternoon in preparation for Tropical Depression Harvey.
11 Jul 2017
Senior Pass Price Increase
Beginning August 28, 2017, the price of the Lifetime Senior Pass (currently $10) will increase to $80. A new Annual Senior Pass is also available for $20. Previously purchased lifetime Golden Age or Senior Passes will be honored for the lifetime of the pass holder.
11 Jul 2017
Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns
More public recreation fatalities occur in July than any other month, so the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) asks you to please play it safe while on, in, or near the water because drowning is a leading cause of death this time of year. USACE public recreation fatality statistics show that 88 percent were male, 89 percent were not wearing a life jacket, and 47 percent were swimming in areas not designated as a swimming area.
25 May 2017
President's Fiscal 2018 Budget for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works Program released
The President’s Budget for fiscal year 2018 (FY 2018) includes $5.002 billion in gross discretionary funding for the Civil Works program of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). "The fiscal 2018 Civil Works budget for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reflects the administration's priorities to support and improve the nation's economy and infrastructure, and to protect the American people," said Mr. Doug Lamont, senior official performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works. "This Budget supports the core mission areas of coastal and inland navigation, reducing flood risks from riverine flooding and along our coasts, and restoring aquatic ecosystems.”