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 monitors Gull Lake Dam water levels
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is closely monitoring water levels at its Gull Lake Dam, near Brainerd, Minnesota. Below average precipitation and drought conditions continue to impact water levels.
Published: 8/11/2026
Corps of Engineers begins Mud Lake temporary drawdown
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, will start temporarily lowering water levels at Mud Lake, located in Traverse County, Minnesota, and Robert County, South Dakota, today, Aug.10.
Published: 8/10/2026
Corps of Engineers announces closure of County Road 33 at Lac qui Parle Emergency Spillway
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, announced today that County Road 33 over the emergency spillway at Lac qui Parle Dam near Watson, Minnesota, is closed to eastbound traffic through November 30.
Published: 8/6/2026