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Mother-Daughter Team Serves Together in Saipan Recovery Mission

Francisco G. Hamm — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:35:00 GMT

Amid the storm-ravaged streets of Saipan, where rooftops still bear the scars of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, two women move with purpose and pride. Christina Etzrodt, and her daughter, Clara Baber, aren’t just colleagues - they’re a mother-daughter team from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District. United by service, they stand side by side to help families rebuild their homes and their lives. For them, this deployment is more than a mission; it’s a shared journey that strengthens both their bond to their family and their commitment to the community.

Seattle-based emergency management specialist provides valuable leadership on USACE flood mitigation efforts in Mendenhall Valley

Cameron McLeod — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:43:21 GMT

Recurring glacial outburst floods in southeast Alaska’s Mendenhall Valley present a challenging and complicated issue for homeowners and businesses in Juneau. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is actively working with the City and Borough of Juneau and other stakeholders to construct effective flood risk mitigation solutions, assembling materials and experienced professionals from across the country to work toward an effective solution for Juneau.

Youth anglers reel in excitement at Corps of Engineers-hosted event

Michael Ariola, Corporate Communications Office — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:51:46 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Savannah District hosted the 5th annual Take Kids Fishing event May 23, 2026, at the Modoc Fishing Pier on J. Strom Thurmond Lake in Modoc, South Carolina.

Gathright Dam Pulse Release Announcement

Pentagon News — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:39:00 GMT

The pulse release, scheduled for June 17, 2026, from the Gathright Dam and Lake Moomaw Project has been canceled. The next pulse release is scheduled for July 15, 2026.

Understanding the life-saving power of your hard hat

Lee Roberts — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:56:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 11, 2026) – In the high-stakes environments of hydropower plants and active construction sites, safety is not optional. By donning hard hats and securing chin straps, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees actively mitigate risk, maintaining a culture where protection is part of the mission.

A “Swiss-Army Knife" in Real Estate: Matt Tate’s Driven Journey

Pentagon News — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:00 GMT

For Matt Tate, a Realty Specialist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Mobile District, versatility is the name of the game.

USACE river infrastructure paves the way for ODOT’s Brent Spence Bridge project

Charles Delano — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:25:00 GMT

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation phrase "I'll believe it when I see it" has been used for more than 20 years to describe. the long-awaited Brent Spence Bridge corridor project being managed by the state agency Now, residents finally see progress. The arrival of the tugboat Elizabeth Ann and its heavy-lift crane barge has signaled the official start of construction for the $4.05 billion companion bridge project connecting Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky. A project the Louisville District helped support in an unexpected way.

Army Corps Groundbreaking Kicks Off Campus Modernization Program at U.S. Merchant Marine Academy on Long Island

Pentagon News — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:27:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, and Leaders from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy on Long Island, held a groundbreaking ceremony kicking off over $2 Billion in renovations of campus facilities over the next 10+ years.

USACE and partners make a splash with a successful Fishing Rodeo

Ashley Webster — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:43:48 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers partnered with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Friends of Cordell Hull Lake, and local volunteers to host a successful fishing derby at Roaring River Park. In celebration of Tennessee's Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day, the event expanded beyond its traditional youth-only focus to welcome adult and family participants. To ensure a great experience, TWRA provided catfish for the event, while FOCHL sponsored adult fishing licenses to remove barriers to entry. Ultimately, the community-backed derby successfully promoted outdoor recreation, conservation education, and family engagement at Cordell Hull Lake.

Family Visit Rekindles Legacy of ‘60s Army Corps’ Operations Chief Jacob S. Gelberman

Pentagon News — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:42:26 GMT

Some people leave a mark that endures. Such is the case of Jacob S. Gelberman (1909-1973) former Operations Division Chief for the New York District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1960s whose outstanding contributions led to naming a District drift-collection vessel after him ⎼ the GELBERMAN.

U.S. Army engineers train Ukrainian military officers on large-scale construction management

Hannah Mitchell — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:41:34 GMT

The process of managing large and complex construction projects is not a task to take lightly. Doing it well requires proper tools and training. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District wrapped up its third project management workshop for Ukrainian military officers from Ukraine’s State Special Transport Service on June 5 in Germany.

LA District commander hosts farewell town hall, awards ceremony

Shawn Davis, USACE LA District Public Affairs — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:20:29 GMT

LOS ANGELES — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District Commander Col. Andrew Baker hosted his farewell town hall and the district’s Second Quarter Awards Ceremony June 3 at the LA District headquarters building in downtown LA.

251 Years of Service: The Jacksonville District Continues the Army’s Legacy

Misty Cunningham — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:38:00 GMT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As the U.S. Army celebrates its birthday on June 14, 2026, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrates its 251st birthday two days later, on June 16th. The Jacksonville District’s continuum legacy stretches back more than 140 years in Florida, combining military engineering expertise, environmental stewardship, navigation improvements, flood-risk reduction, ecosystem restoration and emergency response into one of the most diverse missions in the federal government.

A unified front: federal and state agencies partner to secure Hayden Park

Makenzie Leonard — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:18:02 GMT

William F. Hayden Park is a scenic public park on the side of Green Mountain in Lakewood, Colorado, attracting nearly 500,000 visitors annually. Prior to its existence as a public park, this stretch of Green Mountain was known by the Army National Guard as the Camp George West Artillery Range.

Safety First: Rough River project team prioritizes safety ahead of blasting operations

Michael Maddox — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:46:00 GMT

Team members on the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project recently took part in a Rock Blasting Quality Assurance for Construction Personnel training to learn more about blasting operations on construction projects. The training, held May 18-22 in Louisville, Kentucky, provided an orientation to USACE Louisville District construction personnel on how to perform essential checks on the plans and field work during blasting operations. Surface and underwater rock blasting is part of the work on Phase II of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project in Falls of Rough, Kentucky.

Channeling Progress, Building Futures: USACE, Japan MLIT Strengthen Partnership via Tunneling and Water Management Exchange

Susan Lee Walker and Dr. Michelle Hilleary — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:10:11 GMT

In a world where complex water resource challenges demand innovative and resilient solutions, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism (MLIT) convened in Tokyo from May 19-21, 2026, for their 17th technical exchange.

Huntsville Center’s Energy Resilience Program

Lillian Putnam — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:18:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville plays a central role in advancing the Army’s energy resilience efforts through the Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program, ERCIP, a Department of Defense initiative designed to ensure reliable power and water for mission-critical operations.

Beyond the desk: A week aboard a USACE dredging vessel to protect an ancient, elusive fish

Louis R. Velasco — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:34:00 GMT

For Jacqui Bergner, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers aquatic biologist, the rumble of a dredging vessel's engine wasn't just noise—it was the sound of her office. For one week, she called the massive hopper dredge Essayons home, working 12-hour shifts sifting through thousands of pounds of sand and mud. Her mission: to monitor for the accidental “take” of threatened green sturgeon.

FNOD Restoration Advisory Board meeting scheduled for June 11

Norfolk District Public Affair — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) invites community members to the quarterly Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) meeting Thursday, June 11, to discuss the ongoing environmental cleanup at the Former Nansemond Ordnance Depot (FNOD).

USACE Far East District inspires curiosity through STEAM outreach across three schools in South Korea

Yohan An — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:10:44 GMT

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) engaged more than 2,000 students during its annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) outreach events at Humphreys West Elementary School (HWES), Osan Elementary School (OES) and Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) in May 2026.