Public Notice

USACE seeks public comments on potential future changes to the nationwide permits to increase permitting efficiency

USACE announced it is seeking input from all interested parties on ways to increase the efficiency of the nationwide permit program. A public notice soliciting input on potential future changes to the nationwide permits was published in the March 16, 2026, Federal Register at https://www.federalregister.gov/d/2026-05051. USACE will accept written comments through May 15, 2026. Comments should be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking portal at www.regulations.gov at docket number COE-2026-0001, or by mail to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: CECW-CO-R, 441 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20314-1000.

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

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Articles and News Releases

Full road closure scheduled for Highway 25 across Greers Ferry Dam
4/17/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 25 across Greers Ferry Dam from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3 for routine maintenance...
MKARNS NAVNOT 26-15 Lock 9 Repair Closure
4/14/2026
Mariners are advised that Arthur V. Ormond (No. 9) NM 176.9 will be closed to traffic beginning at 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on April 21st, 2026. The lock closure is required to facilitate ongoing...
U.S. Army Engineers Conduct Bridging Exercise at Bardwell Lake
4/14/2026
Soldiers from the U.S. Army Reserve’s 401st Engineer Company spent the weekend of March 26-29 at Bardwell Lake conducting a multi‑day bridging exercise designed to train new troops and refresh skills...
USACE to temporarily close boat ramp at Tucker Hollow
4/10/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is temporarily closing the Tucker Hollow boat ramp and the surrounding area on Bull Shoals Lake Apr.13 for one day. The closure is necessary for contract crews to...
USACE introduces QR Code payment system for activity passes along the Arkansas River
4/10/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Russellville Site Office has launched a QR code payment system to give visitors a faster, more convenient way to purchase activity passes at USACE-managed campgrounds...
USACE announces regulatory transformation workshop in Little Rock
4/10/2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host a regulatory transformation workshop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 12 at the Statehouse Convention Center, located at 101 E. Markham St., Little Rock, Arkansas...
Agencies Join Forces to Build Mile-Long Firebreak After Near-Miss Blaze in Harker Heights
4/9/2026
After a wildfire at Dana Peak Park crept dangerously close to homes in Harker Heights, local, state and federal agencies partnered to build a large-scale firebreak aimed at protecting neighborhoods...

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is an innovative, transformative organization providing engineering solutions to customers worldwide. Our 36,000 civilian employees are delivering positive impacts for today and tomorrow. Working at USACE means making a direct contribution to war fighters and their families, supporting overseas contingency operations, developing technology and systems that save the lives of soldiers and civilians, providing disaster relief, and protecting and enhancing the environment and the national economy.  We offer challenging professional, technical, and administrative opportunities in the U.S. and abroad—each building on a strong tradition of public service extending back more than 200 years.

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.

Submit your resume today at http://usace.yellogov.com/app/collect/event/E1okVHWYyLY9oLJqXUrUaA or scan the QR code below.