Historic Transfer of Authority

On August 5, 2025, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducted a historic Transfer of Authority ceremony in Winchester, Virginia, marking the official transition of mission oversight of USACE operations in support of U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command from the Transatlantic Division, which has led this effort for more than 15 years, to the Southwestern Division.

Following the transition, the Middle East District and the Expeditionary District will seamlessly continue operations under the leadership of the Southwestern Division. This realignment strengthens enterprise-wide efficiency and ensures enduring, focused support to U.S. forces and mission partners across more than 21 countries in the Middle East, Central and South Asia, and the Levant.

Throughout the next few weeks, the Southwestern Division's website will be undergoing updates and changes to reflect the new responsibilities as we continue the legacy and support the ongoing work of the Southwestern Division's two newest districts.

Around The Southwestern Division

Video by Brannen Parrish
Solving the Puzzle: Rock Core Drilling for Dam Safety Modification Project
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District
Dec. 30, 2025 | 1:12
The Dam Safety Production Center of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is collecting rock core samples in the area around Keystone Dam. USACE geotechnical engineers will use the data to understand the geological features of the soil at depths up to 210 feet.
By collecting rock core samples, USACE engineers can design the project and plan for the construction phase.
The Keystone Dam Safety Modification Project is a dam safety initiative to reduce risk of overtopping from statistically possible storm events. The project is in the pre-construction engineering and design phase, which is expected to last several years.
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Articles and News Releases

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces finalization of nationwide permits
1/7/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will reissue 56 existing nationwide permits and issue one new permit for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of...
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 26-02 Lock Closure Forecast - 2026
1/7/2026
The purpose of this Navigation Notice is to provide forecasted lock closures for the 110-ft Stoplog Conversion projects in 2026. The information below is considered tentative and the closure details...
USACE, Air Force Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Net Zero Facility at AFPC
1/1/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Air Force marked a milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new two-story net zero addition to the Air Force's Personnel Center, Dec. 4, 2025...
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 25-91 MPLD Nav Pass Closed
12/31/2025
Due to falling river elevations, the crest gate dam at Montgomery Point Lock and Dam (NM 0.5) is in operation and the navigation pass is closed. All vessels are required to pass through the lock...
Temporary full road closure scheduled for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam
12/30/2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Jan.13 through Jan.15, 2026, for routine maintenance...
MKARNS Nav Notice SWL 25-90 MPLD Nav Pass Open
12/30/2025
Due to increased river elevations, the crest gate dam at Montgomery Point Lock and Dam (NM 0.5) is lowered and the navigation pass is open. When the Montgomery Point Lock and Dam tailwater elevation...
Building the Future: Military Construction Program in Texas
12/19/2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has long been a cornerstone of military readiness, and nowhere is this more evident than in Texas. With its vast landscapes and strategic importance, the region hosts...

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The Southwestern Division is listed as one of USACE Best Places to Work for 2022! There are six districts (Galveston, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Little Rock, AR, and Tulsa, OK) that are part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division (headquartered in Dallas). Most of SWD’s work falls into three major mission areas: Civil Works, including flood risk management, navigation, hydropower, water supply, recreation, regulatory, and disaster relief; Military Programs, including engineering, construction, and environmental management services for the Army and Air Force; and Interagency and International Services, which includes planning and engineering and construction management services for other federal, state and local agencies.

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