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MOBILE, Ala. — 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. A native of Miami, Florida, Morejon has found a fulfilling career where his passion for engineering and desire to make a positive impact on society converge. Morejon,… Read More
The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers announced Monday an effort to cut red tape for critical infrastructure projects, including ones in Michigan. The “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” effort aims to fund major water resource projects and shorten timelines for permits. “This will eliminate bureaucratic delays and provide fast, clear decisions needed to save lives and… Read More
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers failed to explain how it would mitigate environmental harms, including PFAS contamination. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can’t dredge 28 miles of the Wilmington Harbor as planned, after North Carolina environmental regulators determined the billion-dollar proposal would be inconsistent with the state’s coastal management policies. Tancred Miller, director of… Read More
WASHINGTON – Today, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program. “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” will provide greater focus on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) core Civil Works missions, while minimizing non-core programs, direct funding to priority… Read More
By Chuck Walker MOBILE, Ala. — For Lillian, Alabama native Lauren Walker, the daily commute offers a unique satisfaction. Driving past the Dauphin Island Causeway Shoreline Restoration project, she gets a firsthand look at the impact of her work as a cost engineer and value engineering assistant with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District…. Read More
By Juliet Colville MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has begun the first phase of the beach renourishment project in Myrtle Beach. Sand is being placed between 52nd Avenue North and 64th Avenue North to repair erosion caused by Hurricanes Ian and Debby. The Myrtle Beach City Government said crews are… Read More
DETROIT – Today, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program. “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” will provide greater focus on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) core Civil Works missions, while minimizing non-core programs, direct funding to priority… Read More
By Patrick Zimmerman The Dredging Contractors of America has received new information from the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (ASA-CW) regarding upcoming administrative reforms and congressional activity related to the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (WRDA 2026). The Office is serious about its initiative for “Building Infrastructure, Not… Read More
OMAHA, Neb. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Omaha District Regulatory Division is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act for the proposed Perkins County Canal Project. The EIS will analyze the potential impacts of the proposed project on the human and natural environment. The Nebraska Department… Read More
By Payton Tholstrup Beginning on March 8th, the boat ramp and ramp parking lots at Tuttle Creek Cove campground will be closed. According to a recent announcement posted on Tuttle Creek Lake’s Facebook page, the closure is to accommodate phase two of the water injection dredging (WID) project at Tuttle Creek. The closure will continue… Read More
By Shannon Moeck Long before engineer Chloe Koren became an Army Fellow with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Middle East District, she was a high school student walking into District headquarters for the first time, unsure of exactly where engineering might take her but eager to find out. Today, just a few years… Read More
PORTLAND, Ore. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, is proud to announce its participation in the Oregon Chapter of the American Meteorological Society’s (AMS) event, “30th Anniversary of the February ’96 Floods.” The commemorative event will take place at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026,… Read More
Separated by less than 50 miles of roadway at the Jersey Shore, Ocean City and Surf City have more than just the Atlantic Ocean as their easternmost point in common. Another shared trait was on full display Feb. 13 as federal officials toured several towns to survey beach erosion. “We know this is a big… Read More
This is a new construction dredge material placement area at the Beltway 8 portion of Segment 4 of the Houston Ship Channel Expansion, also known as Project 11. This new placement area will safely contain the sediment and other materials removed from the channel during dredging operations. Project 11 adds significant value to the nation… Read More
PALM BEACH, Fla. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District will begin construction this month on the Mid-Town segment of the Palm Beach Shore Protection Project in partnership with the Town of Palm Beach. The effort will restore storm-related erosion along the federally authorized Mid-Town Beach project area, from Seminole Avenue to Banyan Road…. Read More