St. Louis District

Boating can be a lot of fun. Practice these tips to keep yourself and others safe while enjoying your time on the water. @PleaseWearIt

These water-related fatality statistics illustrate what’s happening on our nation’s waters according to the leading provider of water-based outdoor recreation in the nation, the #USACE. Please wear your life jacket so you can avoid becoming a fatality statistic.

Spring is here 🌷 Longer days and warmer weather mean it’s time to get outside. Planning a camping trip? Reserve your spot at Recreation.gov and start your next adventure with the St. Louis District 🌞 #FirstDayOfSpring

The St. Louis District recently hosted in-person training for Collateral Duty Safety Officers, bringing together 30 CDSOs to share knowledge, strengthen skills, and support a strong safety culture across the district.

Go to Bobber.info to download the new Bobber the Water Safety Dog St. Patrick’s Day poster and coloring sheet. It is only available for a limited time, so download it today! While on the website check out the other great coloring and activity sheets available.

Heading into Spring is a good time to check your vessel’s safety gear. Make sure you have enough life jackets that fit everyone who will be riding on your vessel and more importantly make sure everyone wears a life jacket. #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns

At the St. Louis District we’re proud to serve the 314 through our work operating locks and dams, managing water resources, and supporting emergency response across the region. #314Day #PiDay #StLouis

Engineers from the St. Louis District were at Rend Lake recently conducting a periodic dam safety inspection. These inspections occur every five years to ensure the dam continues operating safely for the communities that depend on it.

The Army Safety & Occupational Health flag is now flying at Carlyle Lake. The flag travels across the St. Louis District so teams throughout the organization can share in the pride of earning the Army SOH Star and our continued commitment to safety every day.

Many people drown within reach of someone. Learn the signs of someone drowning and how to safely rescue them. Always wear your life jacket when in, on, or near open water (lake, river, etc.) to help ensure you return home safely. @PleaseWearIt

If you enjoy being out on the water this time of year be sure to dress in layers for the water temperature, even if it’s warm outside. Your top layer should always be a properly-fitted life jacket. #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns

Join us tonight, March 5 from 6–8 p.m. for a Virtual Citizens Outreach Meeting with the St. Louis District FUSRAP team. Hear updates on the St. Louis Sites and ask questions about ongoing cleanup activities. Join: dod.teams.microsoft.us/l/meetup-join/…

Civil Engineer Keelan Vaughn works on projects that reduce flood risk and strengthen ecosystems for local communities. “Curiosity and a love of learning are all you need to become an engineer.” #NationalEngineersWeek

As Deputy Chief of Operations, Civil Engineer Ashley Cox helps ensure projects have the resources needed to deliver flood protection, navigation support, and environmental stewardship. Engineering keeps our rivers and lakes operational. #NationalEngineersWeek

From 3D CAD models to construction specifications, Civil Engineer Joey Seib ensures great ideas become successful projects. “My job is to make sure what we want to get built is built.” #NationalEngineersWeek

Join us tomorrow at the St. Louis Science Center for SciFest: Engineering Expo from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn how locks and dams work, explore river engineering, and discover what makes a life jacket buoyant. Stop by our booth for hands-on fun. #NationalEngineersWeek

Civil Design Engineer Matt Hartman helps connect the pieces of complex projects so they work together — and can be clearly communicated to the public. “Innovation doesn’t matter if we can’t explain it.” #NationalEngineersWeek

From building Lego cities to leading environmental restoration projects, Civil/Environmental Engineer Asher Leff helps remove legacy contamination, reduce flood risk, and support ecosystem recovery. “Be curious. Ask questions.” #NationalEngineersWeek

Water resources engineer Jessica Wiegand studies how water moves through our communities to help design resilient systems that protect people and nature. From disaster recovery to flood resilience, her work keeps communities safe. #NationalEngineersWeek

From building things as a kid to overseeing major Civil Works projects, Greg Kohler now leads the St. Louis District’s Project Development Branch. His work supports ecosystem restoration, water quality improvements, & flood risk reduction across the region.#NationalEngineersWeek