Since its inception when General George Washington appointed Colonel Richard Gridley as the first Chief Engineer on June 16, 1775, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ rich history has been a reflection of every dedicated individual who’s been a part of this organization.
USACE has been at the forefront of engineering excellence, responding to the nation’s most complex challenges with unmatched expertise and dedication. From constructing fortifications during the Revolutionary War to building the infrastructure that saw America grow as a military and economic powerhouse, the USACE mission has always been clear: deliver engineering solutions for the nation’s toughest challenges.
For 250 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has...
WALLA WALLA, Wash. – As an atmospheric river surged into the Pacific Northwest in late February 2025, it carried not just warm tropical moisture—but the potential for disaster. By February 24, the storm peaked, bringing a sudden rise in temperatures that triggered rapid snowmelt across Oregon’s Malheur Basin. While rainfall remained moderate, the real threat came from the melting low-elevation snowpack. Saturated soils and rising river...
