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 to host public meeting on Mississippi River dredging
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is hosting a public meeting on its dredging activities within Pools 3 and Upper Pool 4 of the Upper Mississippi River, March 10, from 5-7 p.m.
Published: 2/25/2026
Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works announces ‘Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork’ initiative for the Army’s Civil Works program
Today, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program.
Published: 2/23/2026
Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on Baudette water and sewer system
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking comments on a draft environmental assessment, or EA, for a water and sewer system update in the Westwood Housing development in Baudette, Minnesota.
Published: 2/23/2026