Civil Works

Civil Works Mission and Vision: Dedicated to providing quality, responsive service to the nation in peace and war. The Directorate of Civil Works is a major component of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Civil Works programs include water resource development activities including flood risk management, navigation, recreation, and infrastructure and environmental stewardship. Our mission also includes emergency response.

Latest News Releases

Latest News

Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on its Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam Disposition Study
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking public input on its recently completed draft disposition study for the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam, located in Minneapolis.
Published: 6/10/2025
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers’ Birthday and Juneteenth Celebration
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees at its more than 2,600 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of the USACE birthday, June 16, and Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19.
Published: 6/5/2025
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces road closures for Fargo-Moorhead diversion project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, in coordination with the Metro Flood Diversion Authority and Cass County, North Dakota, has closed the intersection of Cass County Roads 16 and 17 to allow for the construction of a roundabout and embankment tie-in to the Diversion Inlet Structure, as of May 5.
Published: 5/30/2025