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    GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — The Wayne N. Aspinall Federal Building here, shown March 23, 2012. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District's regulatory office is located in the historic building, built in 1918, which is currently undergoing renovations by the U.S. General Services Administration to reach a net zero energy rating.

    Colorado regulatory office has new, energy-efficient home

    The Wayne N. Aspinall Federal Building in Grand Junction, Colo. is now on its way to being the first federal building under the U.S. General Services Administration to achieve a net zero energy rating.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Dredge William A. Thompson makes its way down the Upper Mississippi River for the last time June 12, 2012. After more than 80 years of service with the Corps of Engineers, the Thompson will retire in Prairie du Chien, Wis.

    'Big bannana boat' Dredge Thompson takes final voyage on Mississippi River

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees and retirees, river residents and those affectionately known as river rats lined the banks of the Upper Mississippi River to see the Dredge William A. Thompson make its final voyage, June 12-13.
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    Corps of Engineers announces upcoming contracts

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has 52 construction and service contracts, worth a total of almost $712 million, to award in southern Afghanistan before the end of fiscal year 2012.
  • Blue Marsh Lake Dam Operator Jeff Omlor explains the purposes of the dam during Get Outdoors Day at Blue Marsh Lake. Families and children were able to take dam control tower tours as part of the activities. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District hosted the day to encourage outdoor activity and water safety.

    Get Outdoors Day makes a splash at Blue Marsh Lake

    More than 1000 people celebrated the great outdoors at Blue Marsh Lake on June 9 with kayaking, hiking, fishing and various outdoor and water safety activities.
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    DOD's Supercomputing Program Relocates to Mississippi

    The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) has been named the lead organization for the Department of Defense (DOD) High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP), following Congressional approval in December 2011.
  • WEST POINT — Cadets working on experiments in a new lab in an area of the science center where renovation has been completed. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District is constructing a new science center for the cadets at the academy that is maintaining the look of the historic 200-year old campus and taking their science education well into the 21st Century.

    New science center helps cadets reach for the stars

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District is constructing a new science center for the cadets at the academy that is maintaining the look of the historic 200-year old campus and taking their science education well into the 21st Century.
  • A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District deployee and Mississippi National Guardsman discuss debris removal.

    The Vicksburg District Prepares for 2012 Hurricane Season

    Every year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District deploys volunteer employees to disasters within the District's area of operation and around the world.
  • FORT CARSON, Colo. — The brigade and battalion headquarters building, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, features an on-site solar array, which supplies approximately 62 percent of the building's electrical power needs.

    Fort Carson achieves first platinum certification

    Since 2008, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has built and certified 31 facilities at the LEED gold level and achieved 22 silver certifications.
  • CORONA, Calif. — Michael Siu, the senior civil engineer at Prado Dam in Corona, Calif., welcomes math, science and technology students from Roosevelt High School to the dam June 4 to learn its purpose and benefits and why the dam was constructed at that location.

    Prado Dam hosts potential future engineers

    The number and types of engineers America's education system is preparing for the nation's future is often an active and energetic discussion among the Department of Defense, educators and the scientific community.
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    USACE Galveston District celebrates Corps' 237th birthday

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District celebrated the Corps' 237th birthday with an awards ceremony, June 7, to recognize an Employee, Engineer and Supervisor of the Year, as well as to honor staff for their contributions to the community, state and nation.

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New Army Civil Works program announces 18 proposals are being invited to apply for federal financing for non-federal dam safety project
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commemorates 200th anniversary of the Civil Works program
April 30, 2024
Army Corps of Engineers publishes proposed rule on protection of historic properties
Feb. 12, 2024
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day
Nov. 2, 2023 UPDATED
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Sept. 20, 2023
Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 23
Sept. 18, 2023
Transformational Investments for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works Program
March 9, 2023
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan. 4, 2023
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Signs Partnership Agreement with the American Indian Science and Engineering Society
Nov. 17, 2022
New lifetime pass available for Military Veterans and Gold Star Families to access public lands
Nov. 10, 2022
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day
Oct. 31, 2022
Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Releases Work Plan for Fiscal 2022 Civil Works Appropriations
May 25, 2022 UPDATED
Statement by Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works on the President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
March 28, 2022 UPDATED
Army Civil Works Studies, Projects and Programs to Be Accomplished with Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding
Jan. 19, 2022
USACE Memphis District Team deployed to Louisiana in support of FEMA Hurricane Ida relief efforts
Aug. 29, 2021
Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works updates Water Resources Development Act of 2020 implementation guidance
July 21, 2021
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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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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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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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