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May 31 is National Dam Safety Awareness Day, a reminder that dam safety programs are important to monitor dams and follow best safety practices. To learn more about dam safety and the dams in your area, visit the National Inventory of Dams: nid.sec.usace.army.mil #DamSafetyDay

Small fish. Big impact. 🐟 The Emerald Shiner Fish Passage Project is helping restore fish migration along the Niagara River, strengthening the food web & improving habitat for generations to come. Hear more about the project: #USACE #GreatLakes #EnvironmentalRestoration #GLRI

We are proud to officially welcome Col. Walter T. Allard as the new commander of the #USACE Little Rock District. We look forward to his leadership as the district continues its vital work in #civilworks, #militaryconstruction, and managing the region's water resources.

During #DamSafetyAwareness month we are highlighting our Homme Dam, located in #ValleyCity, #NorthDakota. Scott Tichy, our site manager, discusses why it's important to do periodic inspection on our dams. 📹Watch the video here: youtu.be/D3I7L5CebRA

#DYK that 700 million tons of commodities are shipped on the #MississippiRiver every year? A 15-barge tow carries the same amount of commodities as 1,050 semi-trailers. Learn more: ow.ly/ziRk50YWlic #BuildingStrong #USACEMVD

The Dredge Goetz is on the move! 🚢 Near Reads Landing, we’re dredging river sand to keep the Upper Mississippi River open for business and national security. The sand gets a second life in construction, road maintenance and habitat projects. #BuildingStrong #USACEMVD

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works @ASACivilWorks Adam Telle on May 21 authorized the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to publish a Notice of Proposed Deauthorization List of water resources projects in the Federal Register. Learn more: usace.army.mil/Media/News-Rel…

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations, Maj. Gen. Jason E. Kelly, visited ERDC this week to coordinate with researchers in accelerating technological deployments.

Soldiers assigned to the Bravo Company, 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power) conducted critical circuit breaker maintenance at Cannelton Locks and Dam. From disaster relief to securing our stateside waterways, the 249th stands ready, making a stateside impact every day.

No dam is risk-free. Ahead of National Dam Safety Awareness Day on May 31, we’re spreading the word on safety measures to keep in mind. For more info, visit nid.sec.usace.army.mil #DamSafetyDay

.@ASACivilWorks Adam Telle joined @SecRollins to discuss how USACE is working with @USDA to bring Blue Point Project forward, cutting red tape and enabling the construction of the world's largest ammonia plant in support of USDA's Fertilizer Production Expansion Program.

Did you know a single river is responsible for moving 35% of all U.S. waterborne commerce? In this video, discover why this inland waterway is vital to America’s economy and see how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is working to modernize this critical infrastructure.

The Lockport Lock on the Illinois Waterway has reopened! The closure was scheduled through May 19, but hard-work and dedication from the Illinois Waterway and Mississippi River Maintenance Teams pictured here allowed the chamber to open ahead of schedule earlier this week!

Note: This video includes elements of AI-generated content, which were reviewed and edited by relevant DoW personnel to verify appropriateness and compliance with DoW policies and guidance.

Our “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” District Salary Transparency initiative, explained:

Construction is officially underway on the first phase of the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project! #USACE #GreatLakes #InvasiveSpecies #EcosystemRestoration #EngineeringTheFuture #BrandonRoad

Great news for Lake Lure, NC! Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, the lake and beach are open for fun and tourism again. We teamed up with @USACEWilmington to remove over 1M cubic yards of debris from Hurricane Helene, making way for a new marina and vibrant summer season.

Strong communication and collaboration are critical to delivering effective flood risk management solutions. By engaging directly with our partners and the communities we serve, we can better align priorities and develop projects that create lasting impacts. #USACE

Waterways are critical to navigation & national defense. Recent military rotations moved vehicles & equipment via inland waterways, proving their value for heavy transport at scale. Maintained by USACE, these waterways support readiness, rapid deployment & sustainment. #MVK

When the power goes down, the Army Corps of Engineers steps up. 🇺🇸 Watch how the Corps of Engineers worked through the January winter storms to get water and power back to American communities. 🎥 @USACEHQ