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  • Remembering 9/11: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Role in Service and Recovery

    On September 11, 2001, America faced one of its darkest days. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost when terrorists attacked the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, an event that shook not only New York City but the entire nation. In the midst of chaos and devastation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) mobilized with speed and determination, stepping into a role that would prove vital to the immediate response and long-term recovery.

  • USACE’s Legacy in Afghanistan: A Look Back at Building Through Conflict

    Nearly two decades ago, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) arrived in Afghanistan with a mission rooted in tragedy, forged in urgency, and driven by hope. In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, American forces entered Afghanistan to dismantle al-Qaeda, remove the Taliban from power, and deny terrorist networks a safe haven. What followed was not only a military campaign, but one of the most ambitious reconstruction and infrastructure efforts in U.S. history.

  • New York District Honors 250 Years of Army Engineering Excellence

    NEW YORK – As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers marks its 250th Anniversary in 2025, the New York District proudly joins in celebrating a legacy of engineering excellence that dates back to the Continental Congress’ appointment of the first Army engineers on June 16, 1775.

  • One of the Greatest Engineering Feats No One Talks About: The St. Lawrence Seaway

    The Saint Lawrence Seaway stands as one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century, yet it remains one of the least talked about. This massive infrastructure project, which transformed North American trade and transportation, was built with precision, innovation, and sheer determination. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with Canadian authorities, played a critical role in its construction, ensuring that the Great Lakes region could compete on the global stage.

  • Peter Conover Hains: A Pioneering Force in American Military Engineering

    Major General Peter Conover Hains’ career spans some of the most transformative years in U.S. military and civil engineering. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District revisits the legacy of this influential engineer—a man whose innovations and leadership helped shape the nation’s infrastructure during times of conflict and peace.

  • Seasonal Rangers Wanted at Beaver Lake!

    The Beaver Lake Project Office is seeking motivated, high performers with a passion for outdoor public recreation around the lake. Summer seasonal positions for 2025 are now available.

  • The Conquest of Hell Gate: A Historic Feat in New York Harbor

    In the late 19th century, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers undertook one of the most ambitious and challenging engineering feats in American history—the removal of hazardous rocks from Hell Gate, a narrow and treacherous strait in the East River of New York. This critical waterway was a major route for maritime transportation but was notorious for its perilous conditions due to powerful tidal currents and submerged rocks that obstructed navigation.

  • Big Dam Bridge facelift

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District and Pulaski County announce the commencement of a facelift project for the Big Dam Bridge. Crews from Pulaski County are currently pressure washing the bridge, using only water to ensure environmental safety.

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the Pacific Theater: Overcoming Unprecedented Challenges

    In the most primitive, undeveloped, and remote areas of the Pacific Ocean, China, and Southeast Asia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers played a crucial role during World War II. These regions, often covered with impenetrable jungles, teeming with tropical insects and diseases, cut by swift and wide rivers, and crossed by rugged mountains, presented formidable challenges. The engineers faced the task of creating logistical facilities at the end of tenuous supply lines stretching hundreds, if not thousands, of miles back to developed bases.

  • US Army Corps of Engineers Reflects on Its Historic Legacy This Independence Day

    As the United States celebrates Independence Day, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District takes this moment to reflect on its storied history and enduring mission to serve the nation through military engineering, construction, and civil works. The history of the USACE dates back to the American Revolution. On June 16, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the establishment of a "Chief Engineer for the Army," marking the beginning of the Corps' long-standing commitment to engineering excellence. Colonel Richard Gridley was appointed as the first Chief Engineer by General George Washington, tasked with constructing fortifications near Boston, including those at Bunker Hill.