Fort Worth District News

Building Project Leadership from Within

Pentagon News — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:10:43 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Fort Worth District continues to strengthen its project delivery capabilities, with eight employees earning the globally recognized Project Management Professional certification since January. Five of the newly certified employees are from the civil works programs and project management branch, while three represent other district offices. The accomplishment reflects the district’s commitment to professional development, technical excellence and delivering high-quality projects to stakeholders across Texas and beyond.

Engineering Readiness: Building Relationships Before Crisis

Pentagon News — Fri, 15 May 2026 13:49:00 GMT

The rain didn’t arrive all at once. It built, hour by hour — an unrelenting drumbeat against rooftops, roadways, and the rising surface of the reservoir. What began as a forecast turned into a threat, as water crept higher along the dam’s face, inching toward a point of no return. Sirens remained silent — for now — but behind the scenes, emergency managers were already making critical decisions that could mean the difference between a controlled release and catastrophic failure. In moments like this when nature tests the limits of infrastructure and time is measured in inches of rising water, emergency management becomes not just a function of government, but the frontline defense between order and disaster.

A Mission Built on Service and Readiness

Pentagon News — Mon, 04 May 2026 12:59:05 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Fort Worth District stands as a critical component of the nation’s disaster response and recovery framework, demonstrating how engineering expertise and a culture of volunteerism can directly impact lives in times of crisis. From hurricanes along the Gulf and East coasts to wildfires in Hawaii and California, and even international disasters such as Super Typhoon Sinlaku, Fort Worth District personnel have repeatedly answered the call—often by volunteering to deploy into challenging and austere environments.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks New Era in Agricultural Biosecurity at Moore Air Base

Pentagon News — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:54:09 GMT

On April 17, 2026, leaders from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Department of Agriculture gathered alongside federal, state, and local partners to break ground on a critical new facility aimed at safeguarding America’s livestock industry—the New World Screwworm Sterile Fly Production Facility.

U.S. Army Engineers Conduct Bridging Exercise at Bardwell Lake

Pentagon News — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:38:33 GMT

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 that many in the unit had not practiced in years.

Agencies Join Forces to Build Mile-Long Firebreak After Near-Miss Blaze in Harker Heights

Pentagon News — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:56:19 GMT

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 bordering Stillhouse Hollow Lake.

Laying the Future of Barracks Construction

Pentagon News — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:30:39 GMT

In the high desert of West Texas, a milestone in military construction and innovation took shape under the dusty sky at Fort Bliss as leaders, engineers, soldiers, and contractors gathered for the first bead-laying ceremony of 10 new 3D-printed buildings. The event marked not just the start of construction, but a transformation in how the Army builds for the future.

Mapping the District’s Future - Cartography

Pentagon News — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:35:05 GMT

In a utilitarian structure of reinforced concrete, a bastion of pragmatism near the Trinity River, there worked a group of government employees, cartographers not of lands, but of interventions. They are assets of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, and their charge is a solemn one: to translate USACE’s immense, earth-altering projects from the sterile domain of engineering schematics and hydrological models into the authoritative and comprehensible form of the map. Theirs is not an art of mere illustrations, but of sober visualization, a critical bridge between the raw power of engineering and the human landscapes it was designed to protect or create.

USACE, Air Force Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Net Zero Facility at AFPC

Pentagon News — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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.

Building the Future: Military Construction Program in Texas

Pentagon News — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:25:09 GMT

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 some of the nation’s largest military installations, each fortified by the Corps of Engineers’ expertise in infrastructure and innovation. From historic World War II expansions to cutting-edge sustainable projects, the Corps of Engineers’ work in Texas, led by the Fort Worth District, is a testament to engineering excellence, economic development, and community partnership.

Brig. Gen. Kenneth N. Reed retires after 38 years of service

Pentagon News — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Brig. Gen. Kenneth N. Reed didn’t just build projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — he built teams, trust, and a legacy that spans generations and continents.

Under the Surface, Above the Standard: The Fort Worth District Drill Crew

Pentagon News — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:26:20 GMT

Before a single foundation is poured or a building takes shape, the ground beneath must be understood. That is where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Fort Worth District drill crew comes in. Their soil sampling is the invisible safeguard that prevents costly failures, dangerous collapses, and public mistrust - the kind of instability seen in the famously tilted Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Topping Off and Giving Back

Pentagon News — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:54:43 GMT

The air over the construction site was crisp, carrying the familiar scents of wet concrete, diesel, and fresh steel. For months after the groundbreaking for the Veterans Administration’s El Paso Health Care Center, the symphony of progress had been one of deep percussion—pile drivers hammering into the earth—and the grating whine of saws. But today, a crescendo of voices rose together to celebrate the next major accomplishment, the topping off ceremony.

Ricardo Martinez: Celebrating 50 Years of Federal Service

Pentagon News — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:22:58 GMT

After five decades of dedicated service, Ricardo Martinez is retiring—and what a journey it’s been. From living in U.S. Army barracks to working in U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ offices, his story is one of grit, patriotism, and unwavering commitment.

Veterans Find Camaraderie and Gators on Fort Worth District’s Lake

Pentagon News — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:54:07 GMT

As the sun rose over the swampy brown waters of B.A. Steinhagen Lake on Sept. 13, four veterans and their support crews loaded boats in anticipation of a weekend filled with adrenaline, camaraderie and conservation. The 12th annual Veterans Alligator Hunt held Sept. 12–14, took place on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land in partnership with the Piney Woods Service Association and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Teamwork and Mentorship in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:31:41 GMT

In the high-stakes world of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where infrastructure projects and disaster response demand precision and innovation, Jennifer Plair, a civil engineering technician at Fort Worth District’s Somerville Lake, learned that individual expertise alone cannot guarantee success. A decorated long-distance runner, Plair discovered that true leadership lies in fostering teamwork and mentorship.

The Family That Powers On: Generations and Decades of Hydropower Dedication

Pentagon News — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:08:19 GMT

For over six decades, two generations of Webb men have harnessed the power of water—first with calloused hands and steel resolve, then with hydropower and a quiet, unyielding desire to serve their fellow man.

Safety First: Veteran Turns Passion into Purpose on USACE Missions

Pentagon News — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 20:11:03 GMT

For Dale Beaty, safety isn’t just a job — it’s a calling forged over three decades of service and sharpened in some of the world’s most demanding environments.

Leading with Passion, Mentoring for the Future

Pentagon News — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:09:44 GMT

With 35 years of federal service as her guide, Annette Young took center stage as keynote speaker during the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District’s Administrative Professionals Day celebration. Her message was clear and inspiring: Administrative professionals are the backbone of the organization, thriving through adaptability, collaboration and a belief in their own impact.

Fort Worth District Earns a Best Practice During Inspector General P2 Inspection

Pentagon News — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:17:12 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District recently welcomed a three-member team from the USACE Inspector General’s office for an inspection of the district’s use of the Program and Project Management Information System, or P2.