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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...'

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December

28 Dec 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces publication of a set of 41 Nationwide Permits
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today the publication in the Federal Register of a set of 41 Nationwide Permits (NWPs), to include 40 reissued and one new NWP which authorize work in streams, wetlands and other waters of the United States under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.
October

7 Oct 2021
Army Civil Works Releases U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
Today, as part of President Biden’s whole-of-government approach to confronting the climate crisis, Army Civil Works released its climate adaptation and resilience plan for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to ensure its Civil Works projects and operations adapt and are increasingly resilient to climate change impacts.
September

1 Sep 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers initiates Blue Roof Program
VICKSBURG, Miss. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reviving its free Operation Blue Roof program to get as many houses into livable condition as possible during Hurricane Ida recovery. Operation Blue Roof is a priority mission managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for FEMA.
August

29 Aug 2021
USACE Memphis District Team deployed to Louisiana in support of FEMA Hurricane Ida relief efforts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Memphis District deployed an Emergency Power Planning and Response Team (PRT) in support of FEMA’s Hurricane Ida recovery efforts.
24 Aug 2021
The Corps Environment – August 2021 issue now available
This edition highlights considering the environment when employing a risk management and systems approach, in support of Environmental Operating Principle #5.
May

28 May 2021
Statement by Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works on the President’s Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
The Biden-Harris Administration today submitted to Congress the President’s Budget for fiscal year 2022. As the Administration continues to make progress defeating the pandemic and getting our economy back on track, the Budget makes historic investments that will help the country build back better and lay the foundation for shared growth and prosperity for decades to come.
6 May 2021
The Corps Environment - May 2021 issue now available
The May 2021 edition of The Corps Environment is now available! This edition highlights protecting and preserving the environment, in support of Environmental Operating Principle #4. Content includes commentary from Col. Alicia Masson, Commander of U.S. Army Environmental Command, and highlights initiatives across the Army environmental community.
3 May 2021
Corps general tours military, DOD, VA projects during weeklong visit to California
LOS ANGELES – One of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ top generals for military and international operations made his first visit to Southern California during a weeklong tour of some of the agency’s Los Angeles District projects. Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Milhorn, the Corps’ deputy commanding general for Military and International Operations, toured several project sites across the desert and the coastline – from the National Training Center at Fort Irwin to Vandenburg Air Force Base – during his visit to California.
3 May 2021
Developmental position to offer growth, new skills for USACE employee
Many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees are eager to learn new skills and grow in their position. Fortunately, the Memphis District oftentimes offers opportunities for its employees to do just that through what's called developmental assignments and/or positions. A developmental position is a temporary job that differs from their permanent position and is designed to train and develop employees in preparation for further career advancement. These temporary positions normally last about 120 days, but can be shorter or longer depending on the position. Additionally, the job location can either be at the employee’s home station or in a completely different state. While the differences vary from position to position, one thing remains the same, the benefits of working a developmental assignment are endless. Recently, Memphis District Procurement Analyst TiJuana' TJ' Harris was provided the chance to apply for a 120-day developmental assignment at the division level, where she said she would learn even more about the "whys" of USACE contracting.
3 May 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to deliver on F-35 program in Israel
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District has delivered an additional secure home for part of the Israeli Air Force’s fleet of F-35 fighter jets, with a small ceremony marking the completion of another Hardened Hangar project on site earlier this year in March.

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Archive: 2021

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19 Nov 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers releases the 2021 Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released the 2021 Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development. The report, in accordance with Section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA) of 2014, provides Congress with a list of proposed feasibility studies submitted by non-federal interests, completed Chief’s Reports recommending projects for authorization, proposed modifications to authorized water resources development projects or feasibility studies, and proposed modifications to environmental infrastructure program authorities. The report is submitted to Congress for consideration of authorization for USACE studies, projects, and environmental infrastructure programs; it does not provide funding which is done separately through Congress’s annual appropriations process.
1 Nov 2021
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Veterans Day
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,850 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of Veterans Day, November 11.
23 Sep 2021
Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 25
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, Sept. 25.
28 Jul 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers releases Natural Resources Management Strategic Plan
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today released a Natural Resources Management Strategic Plan that provides a framework for the future of the USACE Natural Resources Management (NRM) program. The plan ensures wise management of public access to USACE lands and waters in a manner that protects all project purposes and mission areas through responsible outdoor recreation, environmental conservation and land use management while partnering with communities to serve the American people.
21 Jul 2021
Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works updates Water Resources Development Act of 2020 implementation guidance
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (OASA(CW)) is providing an update today on the status of implementation guidance for the 170 sections in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020.
3 May 2021
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 21-16 Lock 9 Reopened
MKARNS - Arthur V. Ormond Lock (No. 9) NM 176.9 has reopened to navigation traffic.
3 May 2021
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 21-15 Lock 8 Reopened
MKARNS - Toad Suck Ferry Lock (No. 8) NM 155.9 has reopened to navigation traffic.
3 May 2021
USACE begins a land acquisition study for Beaver Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces that it is beginning a study to assess the potential impacts of frequent flooding along the public-private shared boundary on Beaver Lake.
3 May 2021
Public meeting to be held to share Lock 53 demolition blasting plan
A public meeting is being held in Olmsted, Illinois, Tuesday, May 11, to inform the community about the blasting plan for the upcoming demolition work at Lock and Dam 53 on the Ohio River.
3 May 2021
In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) Commanding General Maj. Gen. Diana Holland hosted a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Virtual Forum on April 29, 2021. The topic for the forum was ‘In the Valley: Female Leader Perspectives’, and panelists included the top female Deputy District Engineers for Programs Project Management (DPM) throughout the region; Kim Thomas, Rock Island District DPPM, Susan Wilson, St. Louis District DPPM, and Pat Hemphill, Vicksburg District DPPM.