America 250
We're celebrating 250 years of the United States of America.
The Dredge Goetz makes waves
The Dredge Goetz mobilized from Reads Landing, near Wabasha, Minnesota, May 21. The St. Paul District removes over 1 million cubic yards of river sand from the Mississippi River each year so it remains navigable to commercial and recreation traffic.
Don't litter, recreate responsibly!
Please recreate responsibly and don't litter at our parks. Make sure you always pick up your trash.
Mark your calendar for our 2026 fee-free dates!
USACE offers fee-free days throughout the year to mark days of celebration and commemoration.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrated 250 years in 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrated 250 years in 2025.

Latest News

Corps of Engineers opens Lock and Dam 4 for an open house
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is hosting an open house at its Mississippi River Lock and Dam 4 in Alma, Wisconsin, on July 25.
Published: 6/30/2026
Corps of Engineers opens Lock and Dam 2 for an open house
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is hosting an open house at the Mississippi River Lock and Dam 2 in Hastings, Minnesota, July 18.
Published: 6/30/2026
Corps of Engineers encourages safety for a fun July 4 weekend
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, encourages safe practices on our recreation sites this July 4 weekend. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of picnicking, camping, fishing, boating and swimming opportunities at the district’s 49 recreation sites.
Published: 6/29/2026