Southwestern Division News Releases

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces publication of 2026 nationwide permits

Press Operations — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:16:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today the publication of the 2026 nationwide permits in the Federal Register. The 56 reissued and one new nationwide permit in the final action are necessary for work in streams, wetlands and other waters of the United States under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.

Army Corps of Engineers waives fees and invites volunteers to participate in National Public Lands Day, Sept. 27

Press Operations — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:47:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, Sept. 27.

US Army Corps of Engineers Aquatic Restoration Monitoring for Ecosystem Recovery (ARMER) Network

Press Operations — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:23:00 GMT

Abstract: Long-term, high-quality ecosystem restoration monitoring is essential to achieve recovery and maximize restoration investments. However, there are many challenges associated with restoration monitoring that inhibit effective collection, storage and management, communication, and utilization of ecosystem recovery information. A nationwide monitoring network of restoration and reference sites is needed to generate high-quality, replicated datasets to address large-scale ecosystem restoration challenges. The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) makes significant annual investments in ecosystem restoration projects and monitoring for adaptive management under their aquatic ecosystem restoration mission, and thus, is uniquely positioned to lead the development of an ecosystem recovery monitoring network. Investments in large-scale, long-term data collection and management would allow USACE to (1) improve data consistency and data replication to reduce uncertainty in ecological recovery assessments, (2) demonstrate the socioecological benefits of restoration to better inform future restoration investments, and (3) improve the USACE’s ability to publicly communicate returns on investments and the nationwide value of aquatic ecosystem restoration. This report details a roadmap for how USACE could leverage aquatic ecosystem restoration investments to operationalize the USACE Aquatic Restoration Monitoring for Ecosystem Recovery (ARMER) Network and advance the science of aquatic ecosystem restoration.

Army Corps of Engineers announces proposal to renew and revise nationwide permits

Press Operations — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it has prepared its proposal to renew and revise 56 of 57 existing nationwide permits for work in wetlands and other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. USACE will propose not to reissue one nationwide permit authorizing activities associated with finfish mariculture.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launches nationwide Recreation Operational Status website

Press Operations — Thu, 22 May 2025 10:53:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has launched its Recreation Operational Status website to keep the public informed about the operational status of USACE recreation areas nationwide.

Water Resources Development Act of 2024 public comment period

Press Operations — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:58:00 GMT

The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works is issuing this notice to provide information on the public comment period and virtual public listening sessions on the implementation of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, which was signed into law Jan. 4, 2025.

Southwestern Division welcomes new commander

Press Operations — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 22:40:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern Division, hosted a change of command today at the Westin Downtown Dallas. Col. George H. Walter took command of the Division from Brig. Gen. Kenneth N. Reed in a ceremony officiated by Lt. Gen. Scott A. Spellmon, 55th Chief of Engineers and Commanding General, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

USACE introduces new Regulatory Request System online application portal

Press Operations — Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is introducing its new Regulatory Request System, an online application portal that allows the public to submit permit applications and other information when requesting permission to dredge, fill or conduct activities in jurisdictional wetlands and waters of the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers releases Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2024 Civil Works appropriations

Press Operations — Mon, 13 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers delivered to Congress its Fiscal Year 2024 Work Plan for the Army Civil Works Program May 10, 2024. “The FY 2024 Work Plan for Army Civil Works continues this administration’s ongoing commitment to fund crucial infrastructure projects and build resilience in a changing climate. Its investments in our coastal ports and inland waterways will strengthen the economy and help maintain our farmers’ competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Resources are also dedicated to ensure the resumption of full operations at Baltimore Harbor, re-opening a critical port for the nation’s trade and commerce,” said Michael Connor, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works.

Army Corps of Engineers reminds visitors to practice water safety

Press Operations — Thu, 09 May 2024 18:18:21 GMT

As millions of Americans plan visits to our nation’s lakes and rivers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern Division, reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in, on, and around open water.

SWG Continues Effort Seeking Right-Of-Entry from Orange County Property Owners

Press Operations — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District real estate specialists will be going door to door seeking rights of entry (ROEs) from Orange County property owners on Aug. 11. This month’s trip is necessary to complete the effort initiated on Jul. 14, 2023, and if needed, a follow up trip may also be scheduled for Aug 25.

USACE to begin Millwood Lake drawdown

Press Operations — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 16:44:00 GMT

ASHDOWN, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District will begin lowering Millwood Lake on July 17 to improve shoreline vegetation and promote sediment compaction.

Temporary full road closure of Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam

Press Operations — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:21:00 GMT

MOUNTAIN HOME, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam from 6:30 a.m. on July 31 until 5 p.m. Aug. 2, 2023, to deploy and remove equipment used to perform maintenance on the dam.

Galveston District to host Regulatory Program Workshop

Press Operations — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District will host a workshop on their regulatory program for all interested parties, September 25, 2023. The event, running from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will take place at the district’s headquarters located at 2000 Fort Point Road, Galveston, Texas 77550.

SWG to seek rights-of-entry from Orange County property owners

Press Operations — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District real estate specialists will be going door to door seeking rights of entry (ROEs) from Orange County property owners, July 14. The Galveston District is seeking the ROEs to conduct cultural resource and geotechnical investigations in support of the Orange County Coastal Storm Risk Management Project. The Orange County Project is part of the Sabine Pass to Galveston Bay (S2G) Coastal Storm Risk Management Program.

Army Corps hosts $900M architect-engineer services capacity conference

Press Operations — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 19:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District will host a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) Pre-Proposal Conference for potential Architect and Engineering (A-E) service-related government contractors Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 1-4 p.m. CST, at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jadwin Building, 2000 Fort Point Rd, Galveston, TX 77550. This event is open to all large and small businesses interested in working with the Galveston District. The conference will include presentations from USACE staff and an open session for participants to ask District staff questions.

USACE seeks public input on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System 12-foot Channel Deepening Project

Press Operations — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 17:43:00 GMT

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock and Tulsa Districts are seeking public input on the MKARNS 12-foot Channel Deepening Project. Public comment for the draft Supplemental Environmental Assessment will be held between June 5 and July 8.

NAVIGATION NOTICE Number SWL 23-26 McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System

Press Operations — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:46:00 GMT

The Baring Cross Railroad Bridge will be closed to navigation from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 11 and June 13. The closure is to facilitate required maintenance and repairs to the bridge.

MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 23-24 Lock 9 Unscheduled Lock Closure

Press Operations — Wed, 31 May 2023 15:04:00 GMT

Due to unforeseen difficulties with the work mentioned in Navigation Notice No. SWL 23-19, Arthur V. Ormond Lock (No. 9) NM 176.9 is temporarily closed to traffic. Crews are on site working and will have the Lock opened as soon as the problem can be resolved. A subsequent Navigation Notice will be issued once the Lock has been opened to traffic.

USACE closes swim beaches at Lost Bridge North and Damsite Peninsula until further notice

Press Operations — Fri, 19 May 2023 21:37:00 GMT

ROGERS, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Beaver Lake Project Office has closed the swim beaches at Lost Bridge North and Damsite Peninsula on Beaver Lake until further notice. The temporary closure is the result of higher than acceptable E. coli levels that were found during routine testing conducted by project office personnel.