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Southwestern Division is a regional team of professionals dedicated to providing engineering excellence with integrity and credibility to our communities, our military and our Nation. We are a major subordinate command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and one of nine division offices nationwide.
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It is not only necessary to safeguard our personal devices, but all the devices we interact with. No matter what the future brings, everyone needs to be to do their part and #BeCyberSmart to ensure the safety of cyberspace. More info at: https://www.brookings.edu/research/why-5g-requires-new-approaches-to-cybersecurity/
Everyone’s on the go these days and taking smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other devices along to get information, shop, manage documents, and of course communicate with friends and family. But those conveniences may also come with threats and vulnerabilities. Consider these recommendations from the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security.
What are some basic strategies for safe computing with mobile devices?
Before you go:
-- Update mobile software to improve your device’s ability to defend against malware. Setting devices to update automatically ensures you have the latest versions of security software.
-- Back up information, including contacts, photos, videos, and other mobile device data, using another device or a cloud service.
-- Use strong PINs and passwords and set devices to lock after a brief period of inactivity.
https://safecomputing.umich.edu/protect-yourself/travel-safely-with-technology/safe-computing-when-traveling
No matter what the future brings, everyone needs to be to do their part and #BeCyberSmart to ensure the safety of cyberspace. Additional information at, https://thehill.com/opinion/cybersecurity/479316-2020-cybersecurity-predictions-evolving-vulnerabilities-on-the-horizon
More than half of Americans (52%) say they have decided not to use a product or service because they were worried about how much personal information was being collected about them. cisa.gov/ncsam.
Simple Tip 3: Keep up to date. Keep your software updated to the latest version available. Maintain your security settings to keeping your information safe by turning on automatic updates so you don’t have to think about it, and set your security software to run regular scans. Keep Safe and Visit cisa.gov/ncsam
On this FIRST edition of #SWF50 News District Update, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Public Affairs Specialist Jordyn McCulley gives you a closer look at the Hatch Act and the Fort Worth District’s emergency response mission.
On this FIRST edition of #SWF50 News District Update, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Public Affairs Specialist Jordyn McCulley gives you a closer look at the Hatch Act and the Fort Worth District’s emergency response mission.
Simple Tip 2: Shake up your password protocol. Use the longest password or passphrase permissible. Get creative and customize your standard password for different sites, which can prevent cyber criminals from gaining access to these accounts and protect you in the event of a breach. Use password managers to generate and remember different, complex passwords for each of your accounts. Read the Creating a Password Tip Sheet for more information. Keep Safe and Visit cisa.gov/ncsam
Simple Tip 1: Double your login protection. Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure that the only person who has access to your account is you. Use it for email, banking, social media, and any other service that requires logging in. If MFA is an option, enable it by using a trusted mobile device, such as your smartphone, an authenticator app, or a secure token—a small physical device that can hook onto your key ring. Read the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) How-to-Guide for more information.
Is your online security up to snuff? Find out today by taking this quiz! Take a few minutes and find out: https://www.security.org/blog/test-your-online-security-quiz/
This year has seen major disruptions in the way we work, learn, and socialize, driving many of these activities online. With our homes, schools, and business more connected than ever, it’s vital to “Protect It” and #BeCyberSmart.
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) has officially begun! join us in spreading cybersecurity awareness and encourage everyone to own their role in protecting Internet-connected devices. “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.”
Cybersecurity starts with YOU and is everyone’s responsibility. Join us and get involved by visiting cisa.gov/ncsam
Cybersecurity starts with YOU and is everyone’s responsibility. There are currently an estimated 4.8 billion Internet users—over 62% of the world's population! This number will only grow, making the need to “Protect It” more important than ever. Join us and get involved by visiting cisa.gov/ncsam
Also, DYK that you can check your knowledge about cybersecurity here: https://www.itsecurityawareness.ie/quiz/index.html
The Orange County Drainage District hosted a signing agreement ceremony September 28, with the Texas General Land Office and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, congressional and senate leaders and federal and local elected officials. The Design Agreement establishes a cost-share structure for the engineering design of the Orange project. The agreement was officially signed by Judge John Gothia, Orange County Drainage District General Manager Don Carona and Galveston District Commander Col. Timothy Vail. This is a new Coastal Storm Risk Management project, featuring the construction of more than 15 miles of new levees and nearly 11 miles of flood walls and gates. The improved system will also include seven pump stations, more than 50 drainage structures, and 32 closure gates. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DJTdfR5MhY
The Orange County Drainage District hosted a signing agreement ceremony September 28, with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) and the U.S. Army Corps of Eng...
October is National Energy Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the critical role energy resilience plays in mission readiness and to drive behavior change. This year’s theme, “Energy Resilience Gives Us the Power to Win” reinforces the importance of the Army having a resilient and secure installation energy and water posture at its installations and enduring locations overseas to enable Warfighters to accomplish their mission. The Army is working to modernize and reform energy and water programs, focusing on resilience, efficiency, and affordability. https://www.army.mil/ASAIEE
USACE Deputy Commanding General Maj. Gen David C. Hill personally welcomes you National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM)! Join us in spreading cybersecurity awareness and encourage everyone to own their role in protecting Internet-connected devices. “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.”
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Established by Public Law and Presidential Proclamation, the awareness event is observed so that Americans may reaffirm commitment to ensuring equal opportunity for all citizens. The observance also pays tribute to the accomplishments of men and women with disabilities who contributed, continue to contribute, and wish to contribute to making the nation's economy strong. The theme for this year’s event is “Don't Set Limits on Unlimited Potential.”
Each person brings unique skills and abilities to a job. Equity, dignity, respect, and cooperation among all individuals are essential values in the DoD work environment. As part of the Department of Defense, the Nation’s largest employer USACE recognizes the vital role in advancing disability awareness and employing workers with disabilities. The DoD has an ongoing commitment to an inclusive Total Force, where qualified men and women of all walks of life can pursue their full potential.
Learn more about the Workforce Recruitment Program at :
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/employers/workforce-recruitment-program
Please remember to stay safe while hunting. Check out the image below for some treestand safety tips!
#lrcorps #huntngsafety #USACEeducates
Please remember to stay safe while hunting. Check out the image below for some treestand safety tips!
#lrcorps #huntngsafety #USACEeducates
Hugo Lake staff worked with the public on Saturday the 26th to clean up around the lake's overlook and dam. Thank you to Hugo Lake ranger, Sarah Whorton for all the hard work on this project and thank you to all who came out to help!
#dontbetrashy #thegreatoutdoors #pickitup #dontlitter #itsyourlandtoo #Hugo #Oklahoma #lakes #recreation #USACE #thislandisyourland #TulsaDistrict
Hugo Lake staff worked with the public on Saturday the 26th to clean up around the lake's overlook and dam. Thank you to Hugo Lake ranger, Sarah Whorton for all the hard work on this project and thank you to all who came out to help!
#dontbetrashy #thegreatoutdoors #pickitup #dontlitter #itsyourlandtoo #Hugo #Oklahoma #lakes #recreation #USACE #thislandisyourland #TulsaDistrict
The Orange County Drainage District hosted a signing agreement ceremony Monday, September 28, 2020 with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), congressional and senate leaders and federal and local elected officials. Coverage from KOGT Radio's Dan Perrine.
The United States Army Corps of Engineers conducted a ceremony Monday for the signing of an agreement authorizing the building of a massive levee project for Orange County. The ceremony held at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center was attended by officials from the federal, state, and loca...
Addicks/Barker Reservoirs update for Sunday includes no change to releases, reservoir pools decreasing slowly.
Addicks Reservoir was at elevation 91.51 ft NAVD88 and falling as of 0645 today, which is 18% of its government storage capacity and 12% of its total capacity and is currently in Stage 1 Extended Watch and releasing approximately 1300 cfs.
Barker Reservoir was at elevation 88.65 ft NAVD88 and falling as of 0645 today which is 24% of its government storage capacity and 9% of its total capacity and is currently in Stage 1 Extended Watch and releasing approximately 1210 cfs.
No changes to releases are anticipated today. There is a chance of rain on Monday with a total 24-hr QPF of 0.07 inches; the remainder of the week should be dry. Flow at Piney Point is currently 2830 cfs. We will continue monitoring the weather conditions and will send updates if necessary.
Addicks/Barker Reservoirs update for Sunday includes no change to releases, reservoir pools decreasing slowly.
Addicks Reservoir was at elevation 91.51 ft NAVD88 and falling as of 0645 today, which is 18% of its government storage capacity and 12% of its total capacity and is currently in Stage 1 Extended Watch and releasing approximately 1300 cfs.
Barker Reservoir was at elevation 88.65 ft NAVD88 and falling as of 0645 today which is 24% of its government storage capacity and 9% of its total capacity and is currently in Stage 1 Extended Watch and releasing approximately 1210 cfs.
No changes to releases are anticipated today. There is a chance of rain on Monday with a total 24-hr QPF of 0.07 inches; the remainder of the week should be dry. Flow at Piney Point is currently 2830 cfs. We will continue monitoring the weather conditions and will send updates if necessary.
In the 4th episode of "Building Careers," we sit down with Brian Brandt to talk about what it takes to be an Area Engineer, what it’s like running the Laredo, TX Area Office and the various career opportunities there.
Find out more about career opportunities with the Fort Worth district, visit https://usace.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?d=AR&k=fort%20worth%20district&p=1
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is increasing the releases from Addicks and Barker reservoirs to a combined total of roughly 2250 cubic feet per second.
Flows in Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point remain below 3000 cubic feet per second and are holding steady. We will continue to monitor the weather and adjust releases accordingly.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is increasing the releases from Addicks and Barker reservoirs to a combined total of roughly 2250 cubic feet per second.
Flows in Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point remain below 3000 cubic feet per second and are holding steady. We will continue to monitor the weather and adjust releases accordingly.
What is National Public Lands Day?
#NationalPublicLandsDay began in 1994 with four federal agencies and involved over 700 volunteers. Depending on the event and needs of the park hosting it, volunteers may remove or paint over graffiti, pull invasive weeds, plant trees, participate in educational tours, and much more!
What is National Public Lands Day?
#NationalPublicLandsDay began in 1994 with four federal agencies and involved over 700 volunteers. Depending on the event and needs of the park hosting it, volunteers may remove or paint over graffiti, pull invasive weeds, plant trees, participate in educational tours, and much more!
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Do you know the three “R”s for tree stand safety? Our friends with the FWS have your back with some good info on how to be safe in your tree stand. If you fall out of your stand these could save your life. Recover, relief and rescue. Attempt to recover and return to your stand. If this is not possible, exercise your legs by pushing against the tree, using another form of motion or your suspension relief device until help arrives. Be safe, wear a full body harness, check your mounting and straps, and always use a haul line to raise and lower equipment into and out of the stand.
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4AM CDT Adv #15: #Beta continues to move westward towards central coast of Texas & is expected to make landfall tonight. SE Texas will continue to experience coastal flooding, tropical storm force winds & periods of fast moving showers & thunderstorms.
4AM CDT Adv #15: Beta continuará moviéndose hacia el oeste hacia la costa central de Texas y se moverá tierra adentro esta noche. El sureste de Texas continuará experimentando inundaciones costeras, vientos con fuerza de tormenta tropical y periodos de aguaceros y tronadas de movimiento rápido.
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Jamaica Beach neighborhood this morning at 9:00am, dealing with storm surge. Stay safe everyone! Stay tuned to your local weather https://www.facebook.com/NWSHouston/ (Photos by Ron Wooten)
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Join the Tulsa District at 1 p.m. today, (Sept. 21) as they host the Tulsa District Sealed Bid Show for some contract opportunities, which are posted on https://beta.sam.gov/
If you are a small business owner interested in a current or future contracting opportunity with the Corps of Engineers, this is a great opportunity to learn about the process.
The Sealed Bid Show will feature bid openings for the following contracts which are related to the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System:
W912BV20B0005- Install Warning Signs McClellan-Kerr Waterways
W912BV20B0006- Install Warning Signs RS Kerr Waterways
W912BV20B0007- Install Warning Signs Webbers Falls Waterways
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern Division announced today that it will resume the collection of fees at its day use recreation areas beginning October 1. Fee collections were suspended earlier this year when recreation areas were closed due to COVID-19 precautions. For more information go to: https://swd.usace.afpims.mil/Home/Article/2353323/us-army-corps-of-engineers-to-resume-collection-of-day-use-recreation-fees-octo/
Port expansion contract awarded
A project to deepen and widen the Port of Freeport Stauffer Channel Reach No. 3 will actualize with the help of Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation.
SWD is very excited to join with OSHA's National Safety Stand Down Week (September 14 - 18) which focuses on Preventing Falls in Construction. Falls are among the most common causes of serious work related injuries and deaths. Employers must set up the work place to prevent employees from falling off of overhead platforms, elevated work stations or into holes in the floor and walls. As USACE employees and contractors work diligently to provide temporary roofing for those affected by Hurricane Laura it is a good opportunity to reinforce fall protection. For more information go to: https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/fallprotection/
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USACE Deputy Commanding General Maj. Gen David C. Hill personally welcomes you National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM)! Join us in spreading cybersecurity awareness and encourage everyone to own their role in protecting Internet-connected devices. “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.”
In the 2nd episode of "Building Careers," we sit down with Kelly Englert, Senior Human Resource Specialist with USACE Southwestern Division Civilian Personnel Advisory Center(CPAC), to talk about Direct Hiring Authority, Expedited Hiring Authority, Pathways Recent Grads and Pathways Internship. Find out more about Government Service and USACE career opportunities at https://www.USAJOBS.gov or https://careers.usace.army.mil/ Feel free to contact your host, Andrew White, [email protected] Enjoy the show and please smash the like button, leave a comment, and subscribe so you'll be notified each time a new episode is published. Building Careers is on the following platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watch/usacefortworth/537552403587737/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCBkG21sx8Wd-EDI4ue1Vxdg Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1496890748 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GeuADXWGM3LtSZW2E1jw6 For links to all of our web presences, to include our website, podcast and social media sites, go to https://about.me/usacefortworth #ThisIsFortWorth #USACEFortWorth #BuildingStrong
It is always important to wear a life jacket when in, on, or near the water. Keep in mind that there are drop-offs, currents, and underwater debris that make swimming in open water very different than swimming at a beach or pool and wearing a life jacket drastically increases your chances of survival, so when swimming or wading at a USACE, lake Please Wear It and don't ask others to do anything that might make them exceed their swimming ability and drown. #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns #USACEeducates #SummerSafety #Summer2020 #RecreateResponsibly
Here’s what it looked like at Norfork Dam today. Each gate is open a half of a foot. The total spillway and hydropower release is just above 10,000 cubic feet per second. This is a non-damaging release. The peak rainfall runoff from Tropical Storm Cristobal poured into the reservoir around 32,000 c.f.s. Without the dam, flows downstream would be roughly 3 times higher. Six White River Basin lakes are operated together as a system to reduce the frequency and severity of floods. These lakes are Beaver, Table Rock, Bull Shoals, Norfork, Greers Ferry and Clearwater. Beaver, Table Rock and Bull Shoals lakes are in a row along the main stem of the White River in Arkansas and Missouri. Norfork Lake is on the North Fork River, which empties into the White River near the town of Norfork in north central Arkansas. Clearwater Lake is on the Black River near Piedmont, Missouri. The Black River’s confluence with the White River is near Jacksonport, Ark. Greers Ferry Lake is on the Little Red River near Heber Springs, Ark. The Little Red’s confluence with the White River is near Georgetown, Ark.
Lt. Gen. Todd Semonite, USACE Commanding General and 54th Chief of Engineers, recently spoke with our Transatlantic Division team about the importance of deployments by USACE Civilians. Learn more about deploying as a civilian here: https://go.usa.gov/xwXp3 Don't work for our team yet? Check out our open positions on USAJOBS here: https://go.usa.gov/xPPMx
The Fort Worth District bids farewell to its longest tenured employee, Mr. Jimmy Baggett. Jimmy was a mainstay in the district for almost 64 years, beginning his career with the Corps of Engineers in June 1956 as an Architectural Engineer. He was an outstanding mentor to our young engineers and was known throughout the district for his sharp wit, enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude. We express our condolences to Jimmy's family as they cope with his loss.
SWD Requests you to join us in celebrating Brig. Gen. Paul Owen's Aide de Camp Darius Javan's promotion to Captain.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants you to know that we are here for you, your family, and our community.
The new @William Beaumont Army Medical Center at Fort Bliss is a 1.1 million square-foot, world–class healthcare campus. It's the military’s gold standard medical facility with world-class and state-of-the-art planning and design to support soldiers and their families with patient-centered care. The hospital will be comprised of 10 operating rooms and will have 30 specialty clinics to include women’s health services, behavioral health, physical and occupational therapy, gastroenterology, oncology, hematology, general surgery family medicine vascular surgery, plastic surgery and more. Project will also include a full array of imaging services, inpatient and outpatient pharmacy, laboratory, patient administration, logistics, dining facility, administration and limited retail. Project additionally supports 15 graduate medical education nursing and enlisted training programs.
"Life is Better at the Lake" is #USACEFortWorth’s first Podcast! Premiering Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, Lake Life is a discussion between your friendly neighborhood Social Media Manager, Trevor Welsh, and staff members at one of our 25 lakes. We wanted to make a show to highlight your USACE lake staff and the amazing work they do and well as shed some light on the finer details of what it takes to run a #USACE lake, what opportunities exist for recreation patrons, and how we maintain those opportunities. We hope you’ll check it out on ALL your favorite podcast platforms to include YouTube, SoundCloud and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLr82FnjWjk8GlBl8Jx2ZSSn97t-XntnlT SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/usacefortworth/sets Apple Podcasts: Coming Soon
U.S. Military Academy at West Point alumni Brig. Gen Paul Owen (1990), Col. Eric Noe (1996) and 1st Lt. Darius Javan (2016) send a “GO ARMY BEAT NAVY” shout out to the Army Black Knights from Nimrod Dam near Plainview, Arkansas.
Olli, a self-driving bus, launched at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall yesterday as part of the joint Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program. “This opens up the door to many technological advances,” said Maj. Gen. Anthony Funkhouser, deputy commanding general for military and international operations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. “You can take this technology into the battlefield.” The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) will research and collect data on Olli for operations on smart bases of the future. The program launched with the help of all involved: the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment; the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center; Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall; Local Motors by LM Industries Group, Inc.; the Virginia Department of Transportation; and the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. (Video by Jess Levenson)
Col. Bob Dixon delivers an Arkansas River flood update from the Broadway Bridge in Little Rock, Arkansas. Please be safe around the river. Levees are being tested. Please stay off of them and certainly don’t drive on them.
BIG thanks to our friends from the Louisville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for sending their sandbag machine and crew to help our state get through the historic flows along the Arkansas River. Communities up and down the Arkansas have been using the much needed sandbags filled by this crew. If you need sandbags please contact your local emergency management office. Flows on the Arkansas River continue to remain at historic levels. Please use extreme caution around the river. If you’re in an area protected by a levee please ensure you have a plan in case you’re ordered to evacuate. Practice your plan ahead of time.
For our workforce: Leadership for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages participation in the 2019 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, which runs from May 21 through July 2.
Brig. Gen. Paul Owen, commander, Southwestern Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Memorial Day message from the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery.
@USACE_SWD Deputy Commander Col. Kevin Brown explores the Perot Museum in Dallas and shares why he became an U.S. Army #Engineer. #USACE #EngineerWeek #EWeek
It is time to celebrate the 2019 National Engineers Week. The DEDICATION and RESILIENCE you have shown over the past year in creating solutions for our Nation's toughest challenges has been nothing short of AMAZING! I wish to express my APPRECIATION for all that you do to bring unwavering integrity to the engineer profession. Please take a moment to check out this year’s Engineer Week video message from the Washington DC Aqueduct – truly a major feat that exemplifies this year’s theme of INVENTING AMAZING. Army Engineers played a critical role in the GROWTH of our young nation and we CONTINUE that legacy in support of Americans and American interests today. National Engineer Week is a time to: (a) celebrate how engineers make a difference in our world; (b) increase public dialogue about the need for engineers and; (c) bring engineering to life for kids, educators and parents. Engineer week is a time we set aside to highlight achievements of both the engineering profession and what we do across the enterprise as an engineering organization. This year more than 120 USACE engineers earned their professional engineer certification. Their commitment improves our technical competency and our reputation as a World-Class organization. Our engineers across the Corps are able to INVENT AMAZING because of crucial collaboration from all disciplines, functions, partners, and stakeholders. Great engineering is dependent on a solid foundation of MATHEMATICS and SCIENCE. Unfortunately, today not enough students are choosing STEM subjects and careers. I encourage you to look for ways to mentor students who represent the NEXT GENERATION of engineers. Make time to develop and support local STEM efforts in your area. I am convinced the VALUE and POWER of the Corps is not in the PROJECTS we build and maintain; it is not measured in concrete and steel… it is measured by the PASSION and COMMITMENT in the hearts of our PEOPLE. As we look forward to the coming year we have the h
National Engineers Week, founded in 1951, coincides with the birthday of President George Washington -- America's first engineer. National Engineers Week provides an opportunity to the nation to: Recognize achievements in the engineering profession. Improve external understanding of USACE contributions to the Nation through engineering. Promote professional development of engineers. Encourage more children and young adults to pursue engineering. #USACE
Important news for personnel via U.S.Army Chief Information Officer/G-6: Army Common Access Card (CAC) holders have until March 31, 2019 to activate their Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Authentication certificate to ensure uninterrupted access to military networks and data. Mandated by the DoD, the Army CAC Certificate Reduction and Realignment Plan modifies the certificates on the CAC to streamline authentication functions under one certificate, increasing interoperability across the DoD and other U.S. federal government agencies to seamlessly integrate system access and information sharing. Approximately two-thirds of all Army CAC holders will be required to activate their PIV authentication certificate. Users should use Internet Explorer when updating their security certificates at: https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/self_service/. Instructions for activating the PIV certificate are on the website.
@BG_Paul_Owen is engaging with the @DallasCityHall Veterans Employee Resource Group this morning. Tune in to hear about his GUIDING PRINCIPLES and how SUCCESSFUL retired SERVICE MEMBERS and VETERANS can continue the NATION'S MISSION and SERVE as representatives for the MILITARY in their communities INSPIRING future SOLDIERS.
Looking for a great place to work? The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is one of the best! USACE offers a team-inspiring and collaborative work environment; providing challenging and rewarding careers across a variety of disciplines. Current job openings can be found on OPM's USAJOBS website: https://usace.usajobs.gov/
Lt. Gen. Todd Semonite and Mrs. Connie Semonite, along with Command Sergeant Major Bradley Houston and Mrs. Kim Houston, extend holiday greetings to the workforce.
Big win for the program! U.S. Army 70 - Houston 14. Armed Forces Bowl Army West Point Athletics West Point - The U.S. Military Academy
Ribbon Cutting today for the Southwestern Division's SHARP Resource Center. The Resource Center represents a community of practice where all of our response professionals - advocates, lawyers, investigators, chaplains, and health care providers--can securely congregate, collaborate, and provide support, advice, and SHARP solutions for survivors of Sexual Assault. This facility is also a resource for our commanders and leaders to find expert guidance and knowledge for SHARP Training and prevention techniques.
Operation Blue Roof installations continue in Florida. To date, more than 7,400 have been installed to protect property and allow residents to remain in their homes while recovering from the storm. Shown: Video captured by an unmanned aircraft system, highlighting Blue Roof installations done in Mexico Beach, Fla., Nov. 19, more than 40 days after Hurricane Michael. (Video by Chris Ford, UAS Team)
We all have lots of blessings. Sometimes we forget them in our busy schedules and must stop to recall them. In the Southwestern Division, we are blessed with a great workforce and a great mission, one that contributes so much and makes a real difference in our communities and for our service members.
The Southwestern Division, headquartered in Dallas, is a Major Subordinate Command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. SWD has served the region since 1937, overseeing hundreds of water resources development and military design and construction projects that bring value to our communities, our Nation and our Warfighters. The Division's regional team, which includes four District offices in Little Rock, Ark., Tulsa, Okla., and Galveston and Fort Worth, Texas, provides diverse engineering and construction expertise and other services in all or part of seven states. The Division's area of responsibility covers some 2.3 million acres of public land and water, with an annual program totaling more than $2 billion. In addition to the valuable contributions it provides each day to the communities it serves, SWD, known as the Pacesetters, supports emergency response and recovery efforts when hurricanes or other natural disasters occur, whether within or beyond its area of responsibility.
SWD was established on July 14, 1937, in Little Rock to manage large-scale construction projects authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1936. It moved to Dallas in 1941. Most of SWD’s work falls into three major mission areas:
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West Dallas Multipurpose Center
2828 Fish Trap Road
General W. L. Cabell Camp - Sons of Confedera
8949 Garland Road
