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A NEW CHAPTER: Transatlantic Division transfers mission to Southwestern Division For continued updates on our mission, please visit The Southwestern Division's official website at đź”— https://www.swd.usace.army.mil/

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.

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LAPSE IN DoW APPROPRIATIONS - Friday, October 3, 2025

The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.

 

A NEW CHAPTER: - Tuesday, August 5, 2025

On August 5, 2025, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officially realigned mission oversight of USACE operations in support of U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command from the Transatlantic Division to the Southwestern Division. This transition ensures continued, focused support to U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command across the Middle East, Central and South Asia, and the Levant. Both the Middle East District and the Transatlantic Expeditionary District remain fully operational and continue delivering engineering solutions that support regional stability and operational readiness. This is a new chapter, not a new identity. The mission – and the USACE legacy – continues.

 

 

  • November

    Construction of the new Louisville VA Medical Center is now more than 80 percent complete. Much of that construction included standing up the buildings and facilities across the 34-acre property, but lots of detail work remains to get the project over the finish line.

    Joint occupancy team prepares for key transition from construction to care at New Louisville VA Medical Center

    Construction of the new Louisville VA Medical Center is now more than 80 percent complete. Much of that construction included standing up the buildings and facilities across the 34-acre property, but lots of detail work remains to get the project over the finish line.
  • Lt. Gen. William H. "Butch" Graham Jr., Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and 56th Chief of Engineers, goes on a site tour of the Louisville VA Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 25, 2025. During his visit to the Louisville District, he toured two of the district’s key projects that are making a significant impact in the region.

    USACE Chief of Engineers, senior leaders visit Louisville District

    This week, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers leaders—including Lt. Gen. William H. "Butch" Graham Jr., Commanding General of USACE and 56th Chief of Engineers, and Command Sgt. Maj. Douglas Galick—visited the Louisville District, touring critical projects and recognizing the dedication of district team members. On Sept. 25, Louisville District leadership guided Lt. Gen. Graham and Col. Daniel Herlihy, Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Commander, through several of the district’s key projects.
  • Patoka Lake staff prepare beehives for the upcoming winter months Sept. 3, 2025.

    Winter preparation key to hive success at Patoka Lake

    As the cooler weather of fall begins to chill the air, many creatures take time to prepare for wintertime – including honeybees. Because they do not hibernate, they must take steps to survive until the next spring. Beekeepers can help ensure a hive is successful by lending a helping hand as the little pollinators prepare for the winter. Jim Merkley, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District park ranger and beekeeper at Patoka Lake, is providing that lending hand for the two hives onsite. He said evaluating the current health of the hives is the first step to fall maintenance.
  • One of six new CorpsCam cameras at McAlpine Lock and Dam in Louisville, Kentucky were installed to explore the use of imagery in automating the Lock Performance Management System.

    McAlpine Lock and Dam tests AI cameras to revolutionize data collection, improve operational efficiency

    The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center recently installed six new CorpsCam cameras at McAlpine Lock and Dam in Louisville, Kentucky, to explore the use of imagery in automating the Lock Performance Management System. Currently, LPMS relies on manual data entry by lock operators.
  • Rough River Lake Park Ranger Adam Taylor and KDFWR’s Jeremy Shiflet use a hydro seeder to restore vegetation on eroding shorelines at Rough River Lake in Falls of Rough, Kentucky, Sept. 10.

    USACE, KDFWR stabilize shorelines, improve fish habitat at Rough River Lake

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District Rough River Lake project office recently partnered with Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources to pilot the use of a hydroseeder to restore vegetation on eroding shorelines around the project. The innovative tool sprays mulch and native seeds with a pump and mixing tank—helping vegetation grow faster and stabilize eroding banks. Adam Taylor, Rough River Lake park ranger, spearheaded the effort, which took place at the project in Falls of Rough, Kentucky, from Sept. 9-11.