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 makes additional changes at Lac qui Parle Dam
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is making additional water level changes at its Lac qui Parle Lake Dam, near Watson, Minnesota, due to ongoing rain within the basin.
Published: 6/24/2025
Storms force campsite closures at Lake Ashtabula
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, has closed several campsites at its Lake Ashtabula campgrounds near Valley City, North Dakota, due to storm damages from this past weekend in eastern North Dakota.
Published: 6/23/2025
Corps of Engineers hosts Lock and Dam 6 open house
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is hosting an open house at its Mississippi River Lock and Dam 6, in Trempealeau, Wisconsin, on July 12.
Published: 6/18/2025