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Friday the Thirteenth Struck New Cumberland Locks and Dam - the Operators Fixed It Anyway

Andrew Byrne — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Friday, Feb. 13, was a day many people spent their evenings urgently buying last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts and pretending that was the plan all along. On the Ohio River, a navigation facility crew was dealing with a different urgent matter: one of New Cumberland Locks and Dam’s locks was not locking.

Future Engineers in Action: Northeast Florida students tackle real-world challenges at the 24th Annual Engineering Career Day

Misty Cunningham — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:53:00 GMT

Nearly 100 students from Northeast Florida schools tackled real-world engineering challenges while learning from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers professionals, industry partners, and universities during National Engineers Week.

Against Rising Tides and a Disappearing Shoreline: A Rapid Sand Response

Peggy Bebb, Public Affairs Specialist — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:56:00 GMT

Against a rising tide and disappearing shoreline, Col. Brandon L. Bowman, Commander Jacksonville District, received a call from Congressman Brian Mast’s (FL-21) office requesting immediate assistance. The message was clear: severe erosion was accelerating at Jetty Park and had created a dangerous risk of potential shoreline breach onto private property, and the Corps expertise was needed.

USACE Los Angeles District attends SAME, NAVFAC small business/industry forum

Shawn Davis, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District Public Affairs — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:00:55 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District leadership represented their organization at the joint Society of American Military Engineers and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command small business and industry forum Feb. 27 in San Diego.

Public invited to virtual meeting on Former Nansemond Ordnance Depot cleanup

Pentagon News — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:43:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) invites community members to the quarterly Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) meeting Thursday, March 5, to discuss the ongoing environmental cleanup at the Former Nansemond Ordnance Depot (FNOD).

Steady Hands Behind Critical Infrastructure: Larbi Kandil Leads Asset Management for Jacksonville District

Misty Cunningham — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:13:00 GMT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., (Mar. 3, 2026) Behind every functioning lock, dam, facility, and survey vessel in the Jacksonville District is a complex system of maintenance, planning, and stewardship. Helping ensure those assets remain safe, reliable, and mission-ready is Larbi Kandil, District Asset Manager and Chief of the Asset Management Section within the Multi-Projects Branch, Operations Division.

Mission Uninterrupted: How the Louisville District weathered the freeze

Pentagon News — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:35:27 GMT

Last month, a widespread winter storm wreaked havoc across the region, bringing hazardous conditions, heavy ice and prolonged freezing temperatures to the Ohio River Basin. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District personnel worked around the clock to maintain safe and reliable operations despite the severe winter weather.

More than 175 industry representatives attend USACE-Albuquerque District’s annual Business Opportunities Open House

Elizabeth Lockyear — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:33:00 GMT

The Albuquerque District hosted its annual Business Opportunities Open House at the Sid Cutter Pilot’s Pavilion at the Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque, N.M., Feb. 25, 2026. This year, more than 175 industry attendees representing approximately 145 companies participated in the networking and learning event.

Savannah District strengthens military partnerships at summit

Pentagon News — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:51:30 GMT

Representatives from 11 military installations gathered in Savannah, Georgia, Feb. 25-26, 2026, for a summit hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District. The event focused on ensuring stakeholders understand the district’s support capabilities, strengthening partnerships, addressing concerns, and sharing best practices.

Dr. Sally Shoop awarded American Society of Civil Engineers Can-Am Amity Award

Justin Campfield, public affairs specialist — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:07:10 GMT

Dr. Sally Shoop, research engineer with ERDC’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory, has been awarded the 2026 Can-Am Civil Engineering Amity Award by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Newest licensed professionals celebrated for National Engineers Week

Lee Roberts — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:18:01 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 26, 2025) – As part of National Engineers Week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District recognized its newest licensed professionals yesterday by affixing nameplates onto the “Registered Professional Personnel” board as a record of achievement for all to see at the district headquarters.

Engineering Week Spotlight: Roger Morejon

Pentagon News — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:45:00 GMT

For Roger Morejon, a civil engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District, it's not just about building structures, but about building a better world.

Leaders recognize graduates at finish line of Supervisor Training Program

Supriti Jaya Ghosh — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:45:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 26, 2026) -- A dozen supervisors crossed the finish line of a rigorous nine-month journey yesterday. During a formal graduation ceremony, they received certificates of completion — well-earned recognition for their dedication to the Supervisor Training Program.

Caribbean District and Silver Jackets lead water summit for Puerto Rico’s water future

Lynda Yezzi — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:49:00 GMT

From aging infrastructure to rising flood risks and shifting rainfall patterns, Puerto Rico’s water systems are under growing pressure. Last week, more than 130 experts from across the Caribbean islands, the federal government, and academia, came together for the first ever Caribbean Water Resources Summit, hosted by the Army Corps of Engineers Caribbean District and the Silver Jackets Program. The summit brought scientists, agency leaders, nonprofits, and academics into one room to share data, strengthen partnerships, and collaborate on solutions that protect communities and ecosystems. From advanced modeling tools to discussions on energy, land use, and emergency response, the day highlighted how interconnected Puerto Rico’s water challenges truly are, and how essential coordinated action will be in the years ahead.

Louisville District holds public meeting on Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project

Michael Maddox — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:24:09 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District hosted an informational public meeting to provide an update on Phase 2 of the Rough River Dam Safety Modification project at Rough River Lake in Falls of Rough, Kentucky Feb. 24, 2026.

Engineer performing surgical overhaul of Wilson auxiliary lock recounts career path

Lee Roberts — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:50:00 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 25, 2025) – When the Wilson Lock’s main chamber went offline last year, the Tennessee River’s heartbeat depended entirely on its aging auxiliary system. To keep barge traffic moving, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers crews worked around the clock to maintain the "double lift" lockage. Today, that marathon continues as Mechanical Engineer Peter McDonald and his team return to the auxiliary lock for a surgical overhaul. The mission: replacing critical hydraulic cylinders and the complex web of piping, pins, and A-frame assemblies that power the lock's massive filling and emptying valves.

Army Engineers, Marines cut ribbon on new expeditionary dining facility in Pohang, South Korea

Ms. Rachel Napolitan — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:55:25 GMT

Col. William Doctor, Camp Mujuk commander; Lt. Col. Robert Howell, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District deputy commander; the Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency (MND-DIA), and members of the project team gathered to cut the ribbon on an Expeditionary Dining Facility, Camp Mujuk, South Korea, on Feb. 23, 2026.

Division commander’s visit highlights people, partnerships in mission delivery

Noe Gonzalez — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:57:21 GMT

Col. Daniel J. Herlihy, commander of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, visited the Nashville District to gain an in-depth understanding of its complex infrastructure projects by speaking directly with the people managing them. His tour included a stop at Center Hill Dam, where a critical spillway gate replacement is underway in partnership with American Bridge Company to ensure public safety, and the Chickamauga Lock, where a new lock is being built to significantly increase navigation efficiency. Throughout the visit, Herlihy emphasized that the success of these modernizations depends on the quality of the people and strong partnerships, recognizing several employees for their excellence and stating his priorities are to "continue to deliver, and to take care of each other.

Engineering Week Spotlight: Lauren Walker

Pentagon News — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:41:49 GMT

For Lillian, Alabama native Lauren Walker, the daily commute offers a unique satisfaction.

A Marathon to Mastery: An Army Engineer's Journey to Lifelong Learning

Joe Macri — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:04:00 GMT

Lt. Col. Donald Lew has become the first and only active-duty Engineer Officer to earn all nine Engineer Additional Skill Identifiers (ASIs) after a 15-year journey. His pursuit was not initially a deliberate goal but was driven by a passion for self-improvement, particularly for his assignment with the 75th Ranger Regiment. Lew has utilized every skill acquired and encourages others to pursue these qualifications, stating that the main barrier is self-imposed limitations.