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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.

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    What is an Environmental Impact Statement?

    When an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is necessary in making a Corps permit decision, it provides staff with a comprehensive document to gain an understanding of environmental consequences that a proposed project may have and allows us to make balanced public interest decisions to protect, restore, and enhance the environment.” -- Fred Anthamatten, Chief, Regulatory Branch

  • What is required for debris removal?

    “The Corps provides strong protection of the nation’s aquatic environment by ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations.” - Fred Anthamatten, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District Regulatory Branch Chief

  • What are the Colorado River Locks?

    Q. What are the Colorado River Locks? A. USACE Galveston District locks provide navigation access through the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, assisting vessels crossing the intersection of the Colorado River.

  • What is the Wallisville Lake Project?

    WALLISVILLE, Texas - Tucked away along the outskirts of the bustling City of Houston lies a
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    Navigation Data Center Provides Hourly Lock Performance Data

    ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA - May 1, 2012. USACE IWR's Navigation Data Center has launched the USACE Lock