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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division serves as USACE’s tip of the spear in one of the most dynamic construction environments in the world, STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS, BUILDING CAPACITY, and ENHANCING SECURITY for our nation, allies, and partners. 

We SAFELY deliver agile, responsive, and innovative, design, construction, engineering and contingency solutions in support of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Special Operations Command and other global partners to advance national security interests.

  • September

    Signs with support information, including the Clermont and Brown County Crisis Line, the 988 Suicide Crisis Line and Crisis Lifeline and the National Verterans Crisis Line were installed throughout the lakes popular areas, including trailheads, boat ramps and recreational areas.

    New mental health initiative launches at William H. Harsha Lake

    A new mental health initiative designed to provide critical resources to visitors launched at U.S.
  • New York

    A 9/11 Remembrance: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Response

    On September 11, 2001, the world watched in horror as the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center collapsed following a terrorist attack that shook the foundation of our nation. In those moments of chaos, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) quickly mobilized, responding to one of the most significant and unprecedented disasters in American history. What followed was a massive, coordinated effort by USACE and other agencies to aid in the immediate aftermath and recovery in New York City.
  • Bio photo of Portland District’s Richard M. Piaskowski

    Portland District’s Richard M. Piaskowski selected for ERDC University

    Richard Piaskowski, a Fish Biologist with the USACE Portland District has been chosen as a participant for the 2024 session of the Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U).
  • A man in uniform, adds weights to a basket as four students eagerly watch.

    COL Klein Engages STARBASE Academy Students with Engineering Program

    Students at the STARBASE Academy in Winchester, Va., recently explored the world of engineering with Col. Christopher Klein, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Middle East District (TAM). STARBASE, a Department of Defense program, aims to inspire elementary students in STEM fields. Klein, whose son's class participated, shared his experiences, emphasized the importance of engineering, and led students in building popsicle stick bridges to test their strength. Klein's presentation highlighted TAM's commitment to developing future engineers, encouraging students to imagine themselves shaping tomorrow's technology.
  • collage of photos of projects made by the walla walla district while partnering with other entities.

    Sharing the load: Partnering to keep people safe

    To prevent flooding in a desert, sometimes you must build a dam without a river.