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    USACE responds to FEMA mission in aftermath of Oklahoma tornadoes

    OKLAHOMA CITY - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees were among the first on the scene following the May 2013 tornado outbreak in Oklahoma. Members of the USACE Emergency Support Function III deployed to the scene hours after destructive tornadoes ripped through several areas in the state, with the most extensive damage in the cities of Shawnee, Moore and El Reno.
  • Processing personal effects at the JPED

    Joint Personal Effects Depot continues to process fallen service members personal belongings

    Exactly two years ago workers at the Joint Personal Effects Depot processed the first Personal Effects (personal property) in the facility's new home at Dover Air Force Base, Dover, Del. The mission of the JPED is to receive, safeguard, inventory, store, process and determine the final disposition of personal effects of killed, injured or missing Department of Defense personnel serving in support of overseas contingency operations.
  • Hannah Blankenship, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) intern.

    STEM internship opens a world of possibilities for high school student

    TULSA, Okla. - At the completion of her STEM internship at the Tulsa District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Hannah Blankenship was invited to write a commentary about her experience. It seems this high school senior learned a lot more than she expected during the internship. How could the Army Corps of Engineers be such a widespread and dynamic government entity that is involved in so many aspects of people's lives but not even be in the vocabulary of the average high school student?
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    Bostick: Warfighter support at heart of USACE mission

    STUTTGART, Germany - Support to American and coalition warfighters remains a top priority at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the chief of engineers told service component commanders during a weeklong trip to Europe.
  • Brigadier General Margaret W. Burcham took command of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, headquartered in Cincinnati Ohio, on September 19, 2011. The division has seven engineer districts totaling over 4800 people operating in a seventeen state area, and is charged with directing federal water resource development in the Great Lakes and Ohio River basins with infrastructure valued at over $80 billion. With an annual operating and construction budget exceeding $2 billion, missions include planning, construction and operations of navigation structures and flood damage reduction, hydropower, environmental restoration, water conservation, recreation and disaster assistance.

    Burcham becomes first female General Officer on the Mississippi River Commission

    Brigadier General Margaret W. Burcham was officially appointed as a member of the Mississippi River Commission by President Barack Obama May 28, 2013. Burcham is the first female general officer to be appointed to the commission.
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    US, Indonesia exchange knowledge on structural engineering considerations to promote safety

    SENTUL, Indonesia- The sun beats down relentlessly on another habitual afternoon, as those that cannot escape the heat wipe the sweat from their brow with a heavy and tired hand. Despite the warmth, the scene is tranquil and undisturbed. However, this static calm is thrust into a dynamic upheaval of chaos from the collision of tectonic plates.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed construction of a new Afghan Uniform Police district headquarters facility in Qala I Naw 120 days ahead of schedule.

    3 Afghan National Police headquarters facilities now complete in Western Afghanistan

    KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed construction of three Afghan Uniform Police headquarters facilities in Western Afghanistan, well ahead of schedule. The facilities, built by Afghan-owned and operated construction firms with oversight by the Afghanistan Engineer District-South, will serve as bases of operations for 100 personnel at Qala I Naw, 120 personnel at Torghondi, and 60 personnel at Lash Jaween.

  • May

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    Improving water quality: Corps biologist fights algae blooms at Salamonie

    LOUISVILLE, Ky.-- Harmful Algal Blooms have been plaguing the Salamonie Watershed in Northern Indiana since 2009, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District Water Quality Biologist Jade Young has been working for more than three years to combat the problem.
  • Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general, meets with students and faculty May 14 at Patch High School in Stuttgart, Germany, as part of his European tour. The 53rd chief of engineers discussed the importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, with students in an Advanced Placement biology class and later gave a pep talk to cadets in the school’s Army JROTC unit. He was interviewed by students in a television and radio production class, who broadcast it via internal school channels. Bostick also sat down with AFN Stuttgart to talk about the USACE mission, warfighter support and ways in which communities benefit from Army STEM innovations. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers photo by Brian Temple)

    New STEM agreement strengthens USACE support of DODEA

    STUTTGART, Germany -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general made a pitch to spur more interest in science, technology, engineering and math among American students during a visit May 14 to Patch High School.
  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., --The Mann sisters, (l-r) Monika Sanchez, Michelle and Melissa, pose for a photo at the District's annual Organization Day, June 14, 2012.

    Three Sisters, One Corps of Engineers District

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., -- When Albuquerque District Commander Lt. Col. Gant figuratively talks about Corps employees being like a family, Monika Sanchez and Michelle and Melissa Mann take her literally.

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May 25, 2022 UPDATED
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March 28, 2022 UPDATED
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 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 birthday, June 16, and Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19. Learn more: https://t.co/NsmH8yghB7 https://t.co/l5bj7hdwmh
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🎙️ On this episode of Build Strong With Us, we talk with Brian Ellis of USACE Aviation in Huntsville, AL. Brian spent a career in uniform in the aviation field, and is now driving innovation within USACE. Listen here: https://t.co/zb4WG0xDUl https://t.co/JbNAM2Zty5
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The Society of American Military Engineers recently recognized Alpha Company, 249th Engineer Battalion, with the prestigious 2024 Itschner Award, presented annually to the most outstanding active-duty engineer company in the U.S. Army. Essayons! https://t.co/aYu3xV6tcw
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A harmless day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event. By always wearing your life jacket and asking others to do so too, it could save your life or the life of someone you care about. @PleaseWearIt https://t.co/Omp99xqYD5
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Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom. #MemorialDay https://t.co/Yo713sDtoP
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📢 The Spring 2025 edition of The Corps Environment is here! This publication highlights how USACE is turning environmental challenges into mission-ready solutions, enhancing readiness, partnerships & community well-being. 🔗: https://t.co/0j2qCHIlcP https://t.co/smJKF5RIH4
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Following these simple tips can help ensure that you have a good Memorial Day weekend. Historically, this is one of the riskiest times of the year for boating and water-related activities and many fatalities occur. Remember Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns so @PleaseWearIt. https://t.co/iBXY9ARO7R
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RT @fema: As severe storms are forecast in the Southeastern states this week, make sure you know where to go in case you or your family nee…
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As USACE prepares for possible changes in recreation operations this summer season due to staffing shortages, public safety and service quality continue to be our highest priorities.
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🚨 USACE Recreation Operational Status site is LIVE! Planning a visit? Check real-time updates on closures, restrictions & alerts at USACE recreation sites nationwide. 🔗 https://t.co/vNKLYVZkGA The site is regularly updated to help you stay informed before you travel. https://t.co/vrVmbFtjxx
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