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 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
Corps of Engineers opens Lock and Dam 6 for an open house
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is hosting an open house at Lock and Dam 6, on the Mississippi River in Trempealeau, Wisconsin, on July 11.
Published: 6/29/2026
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of America’s 250th birthday celebration
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,800 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in support of America’s 250th birthday celebration, July 3-5.
Published: 6/24/2026