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USACE to close playgrounds at Somerville Lake
FORT WORTH, Texas – After a certified inspection of the playgrounds at Rocky Creek Park and Yegua Creek Park, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Somerville Lake announces that both playgrounds will...
USACE to host public information meeting for Whitney Lake Shoreline Management Plan Revision
FORT WORTH, Texas – Officials with the Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host a public meeting on February 11 at the TGCC Event Center, 1009 East Jefferson, Whitney, TX 76692 to...
CANYON LAKE, Texas – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials at Canyon Lake announce today the award of a contract to repair roads at Potters Creek Park.Paving work is expected to begin on or around...
Canyon Lake announces temporary floodgate closure for routine maintenance
CANYON LAKE, Texas –The US Army Corps of Engineers at Canyon Lake will close its floodgates on Thursday, January 9 to perform maintenance on the flood control tower. The flood gate closures will...
Mitchell Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study EA and Draft FONSI announced
12/10/2019 UPDATED
FORT WORTH, Texas – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials from the Fort Worth District announced earlier this week the availability of the Draft Integrated Feasibility Report and Environmental...
Corps to host public meetings for the Lake O' the Pines Shoreline Management Plan revision
FORT WORTH, Texas – Please join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District, Operations Division and Southwest Division Regional Planning and Environmental Center for two public...
San Antonio River Road Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study public meeting announced
FORT WORTH, Texas – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials from the Fort Worth District announced earlier today a public meeting to be held for the River Road Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility...
Temporary Park Closure for Visitor Safety at Chalk Ridge Falls
FORT WORTH, Texas – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Stillhouse Lake will temporarily close the following area:Chalk Ridge Falls – The entire park will be closed to all visitors Monday through...
USACE Fort Worth District enters partnership with Tennessee Valley Authority
FORT WORTH, Texas – Effective Oct. 14, 2019, until Jan. 24, 2020, Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers entered into an agreement with the Tennessee Valley Authority to perform maintenance...
Lewisville Lake Dam construction impacts public access
FORT WORTH, Texas – Construction associated with the $150 million Lewisville Dam Safety Modification project is moving forward and beginning to impact access to the recreating public. The dam...
Project Partnership Agreements (PPA)
Safety Assurance Review Plan
Peer Review Plans (Fort Worth District)
Peer Review Plans (USACE Headquarters)
SWF-2019-00349 - Regional General Permit 8 for Boat Ramps and Minor Facilities
1/2/2020 UPDATED
View full public noticeThe Fort Worth District, Corps of Engineers has reissued Regional General Permit 8 for boat ramps and minor water-based recreational features in its area of responsibility. The...
SWF-2019-00154
View full public noticeApplication for a Department of the Army Permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) and for water quality certification under Section 401 of the CWA to discharge...
Parker County East Loop
View full public noticeThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District (USACE) Regulatory Division is issuing this Public Notice to announce a proposed adverse effect to historic properties for...
SWF-2019-00413 UPRR Bridge 455.92
12/3/2019 UPDATED
View full public noticeApplication for a Department of the Army Permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899, and for water quality...
SWF-2018-00246-BNSF Bridge Replacement
View full public noticeThe proposed bridge replacement is located at the Sabine River between Gregg and Harrison Counties, Texas. The construction would result in the discharge of approximately 4,768...
408-SWF-2019-0007 Tilley Bridge Improvements
View full public noticeRequest for a Section 408 permission to alter the Fort Worth Floodway.
Electronic Application Submittal Public Notice
View full public noticeThe Fort Worth District, Regulatory Division will transition to paperless/electronic submittals as our primary means of accepting applications. This includes, but is not limited...
SWF-2019-00411 - Regional General Permit 12 for Modification and/or Alteration of Corps of Engineers Projects and Other Regulated Activities
View full public noticeThe Fort Worth District, Corps of Engineers is proposing to reissue Regional General Permit 12 for Modification and/or Alteration of Corps of Engineers Projects and Other...
SWF-2019-00189-Commerce 365 Balch Springs Development
View full public noticeThe Fort Worth District, Corps of Engineers is proposing to reissue Regional General Permit 8 for boat ramps and minor water-based recreational features in its area of...
Fort Worth District Operations Photo Contest Winners (2012)
Dee recovers a recent kill at Waco Lake on Nov. 24, 2011.
Town Bluff Lake with open Flood Gates on April 1, 2012.
An unidentified man helps land a fish during the annual Kids Fish Day at Town Bluff/BA Steinhagen Lake on May 12, 2012.
The Hike and Bike Trail at Waco Lake receives numerous visitors throughout the year. These people are enjoying the great outdoors on a beautiful spring day on March 20, 2012.
Natural habitat area of Lewisville Lake, Texas on Feb. 3, 2012 showing a Wood Duck Box.
A scenic view of the area around Hords Creek Lake on June 2, 2012.
Granger Lake on Dec. 7, 2011 when the lake was approximately five feet from the top of the conservation (normal) pool. These low lake levels cause hazards to boaters and other recreational activities when on or near the water.
Unidentified children enjoy a boat on land during a water safety event at Town Bluff/BA Steinhagen Lake on May 12, 2012.
A bobcat is photographed at Lewisville Lake on June 30, 2012.
Pacesetter Live
Video by Denisha Braxton, Amber Vincent
San Diego Primary and Secondary Border Barrier - Border Wall (without Titles)
Captured on 17-18 October 2019, this video shows an unprecedented look at the Primary and Secondary border barriers in San Diego. This version does not have title pages.
Fort Worth District Emergency Mangament Chief talks disaster preparedness
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Deputy Chief of Emergency Management Jeff Mahaffey talks about the Corp's role during emergency operations and how to be prepared for a natural disaster.
Recovery operations continue in Canovanas, Puerto Rico
Pressure-treated wooden utility poles are unloaded at the lay-down yard at Canovanas, Puerto Rico, and contractors continue to work to consolidate materials. As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers along with FEMA, the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, and industry partners approaches 95 percent of restoration, the Task Force Power Restoration team continues to safely and urgently restore reliable power for the citizens of Puerto Rico.
Fort Worth District - One Mic
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District recognizes that its organizational excellence would not be possible without it 'people.' 'Fort Worth District - One Mic,' is a four part video series that shines an up close and personal light on what our team members are doing to support the Army's mission and bring 'Value to our Nation.' This video series directly correlates to the Fort Worth District's Commander's vision and mantra for the district - 'It's all about our People.' This episode highlights Fort Worth District team member and Center of Standardization Program Coordinator Javier Fano.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District recognizes that its organizational excellence would not be possible without it 'people.' 'Fort Worth District - One Mic,' is a four part video series that shines an up close and personal light on what our team members are doing to support the Army's mission and bring 'Value to our Nation.' This video series directly correlates to the Fort Worth District's Commander's vision and mantra for the district - 'It's all about our People.' This episode features Small Business Coordinator Tanika Pierce.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District recognizes that its organizational excellence would not be possible without it 'people.' 'Fort Worth District - One Mic,' is a four part video series that shines an up close and personal light on what our team members are doing to support the Army's mission and bring 'Value to our Nation.' This video series directly correlates to the Fort Worth District's Commander's vision and mantra for the district - 'It's all about our People.' This episode highlights Fort Worth District team member and architect Matthew Vavra.
Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Provides Update on Lewisville Lake Dam Repairs
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District provided an update on the completion of remediation efforts at the Lewisville Lake Dam during a media event and walking tour of the remediation area at Lewisville Lake on October 11. The Lewisville Lake Dam is among 25 flood-risk management reservoirs operated by the district that experienced an estimated $30 million in damages last year, with a record 10 of these 25 reservoirs going into surcharge operations. Twenty-three of the lakes retained floodwater and prevented an estimated $7 billion in downstream damages. Col. Calvin C. Hudson II, Commander of the Fort Worth District accompanied by other district subject-matter experts and Congressional members updated the media on remediation of the Lewisville Lake Dam.
Col. Hudson Visits DFW National Cemetery Expansion Project
Veterans supporting veterans. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers supports the Department of Veterans Affairs efforts to put veterans to work. The Fort Worth District awarded the Dallas-Fort Worth Cemetery Expansion contract to a service-disabled-veteran-owned small business. The company is now in the field executing the expansion to help the VA's National Cemetery Administration create a pastoral final resting place for those who served our Nation. Col. Calvin C. Hudson II, commander, Fort Worth District, conducted a site visit last week to monitor progress of this important project.
2016 Fort Worth District Independence Day Message
Fort Worth District 2016 Independence Day water safety message from District Commander Col. Calvin C. Hudson II.
Saving the Civil War Powder Magazine
150 years ago Federal troops were garrisoned at Jefferson, Texas, site of this black powder magazine built by Confederate forces. It was part of a logistics chain during the Civil War that sent munitions by wagon from East Texas factories to the Jefferson steamboat docks. River erosion threatens to topple the structure into Big Cypress Bayou. Fort Worth District is partnering with the Historic Jefferson Foundation under the Continuing Authorities Program to rescue this building, which is listed on the state and national registers of historic places, described in this video.
Prehistoric Paddlefish Released into Caddo Lake
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers helped release paddlefish equipped with transmitters as part of a monitoring project to see if altered flows from Lake O' the Pines can restore breeding habitat.
Youngsters Help Restore Ecosystem at Corps of Engineers STEM Event in Lewisville
A half dozen students from Highland Village placed plants at the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area under the guidance of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. While getting their hands dirty, they learned about the interplay of water, plants and animals that make up a healthy ecosystem.
Fort Worth District Bringing Value to the Nation Video
On May 17, 1949, 11 inches of rain fell on the Clear Fork of the Trinity River in Fort Worth. The water broke through the levees and spilled into the city's commercial and residential districts. April 16, 1950 the Fort Worth District was established. Today, the Fort Worth District is responsible for water resource development in two-thirds of Texas, and military design and construction in Texas and parts of Louisiana, New Mexico. For the last 66 years, the District has played a vital role in providing innovative engineering solutions, delivering economic and environmental benefits in the state of Texas and other locations across the nation and the world.
Canine Training Center Project Boosts Army Partnershp with TSA
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Canine Training Center Project Development Team was honored June 14 as Team of the Month by the Fort Worth District. The PDT's work, culminating in the dedication on March 4 of the $12 million facility at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, built the foundation for an enduring partnership between the Army and the Transportation Security Administration.
Fort Worth District Commander Inspects Dallas Floodway
Col. Calvin C. Hudson II, commander, Fort Worth District, met with Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings and other officials in Dallas Jan. 5 as part of an inspection tour of the Dallas Floodway System. Stops included the new and old Baker Pump Stations, Dallas City Hall, the Trinity Trust and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Dallas Floodway Extension chain of wetlands project.
2015 SWF Holiday Message
COL Calvin C. Hudson II, Fort Worth District Commander, provides 2015 Holiday Message to family, friends and employees of the District.
Fort Hood Tests New Sustainability Tools
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is demonstrating new planning technology that integrates two proven software tools to help installations meet tougher requirements for reducing energy, water and waste.
Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District 240th Army Birthday Video
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Acting Commander Lt. Col. Clay Morgan talks about the 240th Army Birthday and the history of the Army since its birth on June 14, 1775. He also discusses how the the Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is part of that Army tradition and proud of the service the Corps continues to provide to the Nation.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District Memorial Day Water Safety Message
Memorial Day Weekend water safety message from Lt. Col. Clay Morgan, commander, Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Rumanda Young: Oklahoma Roots Built a Passion for Sustainable Master Planning
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers selected master planner Rumanda Young for its Morris Civilian of the Year Award. Her passion for sustainable land use draws on her Native American roots in Oklahoma. The Fort Worth District landscape architect is recognized for helping installations manage energy, water and waste to reach net zero goals
Fort Worth USACE Veteran's Day Greeting
Veteran's Day greeting from the Fort Worth District, US Army Corps of Engineers by acting commander, Lt. Col. William N. Craig, III, P.E.
US Army Corps of Engineers names Fort Worth District planner Morris Civilian of the Year winner
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers honored Dr. Rumanda K. Young of Fort Worth with the Lt. Gen. John W. Morris Civilian of the Year Award, which recognizes the single civilian employee achieving the highest overall standards of excellence.
What Happens to 15 Year-Olds When They Jump Off a Cliff?
Public service announcement about cliff jumping.
JFK Assassination Remembered by 57 Year Fort Worth District Team Member Jimmy Baggett
Sharing his recollections of that fateful day almost 50 years ago, Jimmy Baggett, assistant chief, Engineering and Construction Division, was a Fort Worth District team member working in the Specifications Section that day. Baggett, considered the elder statesman and the unofficial historian of the District, makes himself available to answer questions and share his 57 years of experiences with the Corps. But still, fifty years removed, and many interviews later about the Kennedy Assassination, there is still a hint of sadness in his voice, a touch of sorrow in his eyes recounting that day.
How to wear a Type 2 Personal Floatation Device
U.S. Army COrps of Engineers Park Ranger demonstrates how to wear a Type 2 Personal Floatation Device.
Fort Worth District Jobs (RSS)
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Realty Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Department of the Army Multiple Locations Starting at $50,598 (GS 9-11) 13 months • Full-Time This job is open to:
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Department of the Army Multiple Locations Starting at $50,598 (GS 9-11) 1 year • Full-Time This job is open to:
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Department of the Army Multiple Locations Starting at $33,394 (GS 5-7) 1 year • Full-Time This job is open to:
TPWD Executive Order 12-003:
Zebra Mussels in the Elm Fork tributary of the Trinity River.
The Executive Director of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department finds that zebra mussels ("Dreissena polymorpha") present an immediate danger to aquatic species regulated by the department and hereby ORDERS the adoption of emergency rules to contain zebra mussels in all impounded and tributary waters of the Elm Fork of the Trinity River upstream from the Lewisville dam. The Executive Director authorizes the immediate submission of Notice of Emergency Rulemaking in the "Texas Register".
Notice of Emergency Rulemaking
Zebra Mussels - Fact Sheet
Zebra Mussels - TexasInvasives.org
Report Zebra Mussels - TexasInvasives.org
Zebra Mussels - Tri-Fold Brochure
Zebra Mussels - Wallet Card
Zebra Mussel Resource Document - Trinity River Basin, Texas