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    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, employees participate in the Society of American Military Engineers Omaha Post Industry Day, May 29, 2025, at the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

    SAME Omaha Post industry day welcomes hundreds of industry members

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District participated in the Society of American Military Engineers Omaha Post Industry Day at the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska, May 28–30, 2025.
  • Staff Sgt. Kyler Hughes, Construction Control Representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, guides students in creating "Ocean in a Bottle" during a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) event hosted by USACE at West Elementary School on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, on May 22, 2025. Highlighting the vital role of STEAM in our everyday lives, Hughes sparks excitement for science and engineering in young minds. (U.S. Army photo by Yohan An)

    USACE Far East District inspires future innovators at STEAM events in South Korea

    USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) successfully hosted its 13th consecutive year of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) events at Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) and Humphreys West Elementary School (HWES) on May 15 and 22, 2025. The events aimed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity and inspire students to explore careers in STEAM fields through hands-on learning experiences.
  • Developed by ERDC’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL), the Winter Route Planning (WRP) algorithm promises to dramatically reduce the risk of vehicle immobilization and increase overall efficiency when routing soldiers to desired target locations.

    CRREL Develops Winter Route Planning Algorithm

    Developed by ERDC’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL), the Winter Route Planning (WRP) algorithm promises to dramatically reduce the risk of vehicle immobilization and increase overall efficiency when routing soldiers to desired target locations.
  • A Derrick arrangement is in the pit during the construction of Lock 4 Oct. 26, 1894, on the Cumberland River in Tennessee. The lock and dam were constructed to establish a navigation channel. The lock and dam were replaced by today's modern system of dams. (USACE Photo)

    Cumberland River intertwined with story of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 3, 2025) – The steady flow of the Cumberland River is intertwined with the story of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. As the Army and USACE mark a quarter-millennium of service this month, it’s fitting to highlight the Nashville District’s enduring legacy in shaping the landscape of the region, reducing flood risk, powering communities, establishing navigation, promoting safe recreation, and stewarding natural resources.
  • The City of Vicksburg has officially designated June as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Month, recognizing the organization’s enduring legacy and its significant contributions to the local community, the region, and the Nation. Pictured from left to right: Alderman T.J. Mayfield, Col. Jeremiah Gipson (MVK Commander), Patricia Hemphill (MVK Deputy District Engineer for Programs and Project Management), Lt. Col. Garrett Dean (MVD Deputy Commander), Col. Christian Patterson (ERDC Commander), Mayor George Flaggs Jr., and Alderman Alex Monsour.

    City of Vicksburg proclaims June as USACE month in honor of 250th anniversary

    In a city known for its rich history, Vicksburg has officially designated June as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Month, honoring the enduring legacy and contributions of the organization to the local community, the region and the Nation.