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 awards $5.5 million contract for Lower Pool 10 restoration project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, awarded a $5.5 million contract to Dubuque Barge and Fleeting (doing business as Newt Marine Service) of Dubuque, Iowa, May 14, for stage 3 of a restoration project in Lower Pool 10, near Guttenberg, Iowa.
Published: 5/15/2026
Corps of Engineers celebrates National Safe Boating Week with safety reminders for boaters
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is celebrating National Safe Boating Week by reminding boaters on the Mississippi River to be smart while on the water. National Safe Boating Week is May 16-22.
Published: 5/15/2026
Corps of Engineers kicks off National Safe Boating Week with safety reminders for recreation site visitors
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, kicks off National Safe Boating Week by reminding boaters at our recreation sites to be smart while on the water. Last year marked our 18th consecutive year without a water-related fatality at our recreation sites
Published: 5/14/2026