3 Sep 2026

74th Army Dive Detachment team inspects USACE Everglades’ infrastructure

WESTON, FLA – U.S. Army Engineer Divers assigned to the 74th Engineer Dive Detachment (EDD) conducted a series of underwater inspections and structural integrity checks in the Everglades while performing training exercises at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, locks, dams and spillway gates in the Everglades in Weston, Fla.

31 Jul 2026

USACE celebrates advancement of the Indian River Lagoon South Restoration Project

FORT PIERCE, Fla.- (July 30, 2026) -The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District and the South Florida Water Management District, celebrated the completion of construction on the Indian River Lagoon-South (C-23/C-24 Stormwater Treatment Restoration Project, marking two major milestones that advance the restoration of the St. Lucie Estuary and southern Indian River Lagoon.

29 Jul 2026

USACE Strengthens Storm Readiness with New Cat 5-Rated Lock Control Building at W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam

ALVA, Fla. (July 29, 2026) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District, marked a significant milestone with the ribbon cutting of a new hurricane-hardened lock control building at the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam in Lee County, Florida. The Category 5-rated facility strengthens USACE’s ability to maintain critical navigation and water management operations during extreme weather events.

23 Jul 2026

Jacksonville District Teammates Sweep ECISMA Honors for Everglades Invasive Species Work

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District received top recognition at this year’s Everglades Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (ECISMA) Summit, where two district employees received the only awards presented during the annual gathering of Everglades invasive species professionals.

23 Jul 2026

Many Partners, One Mission: Jacksonville District and Florida Agencies Tackling Everglades Invasives

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District joined more than a dozen federal, state, local, university, and nonprofit partners at the Everglades Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (ECISMA) Summit, a two day gathering focused on the growing threat of invasive species in South Florida.

17 Jul 2026

Jacksonville District Park Rangers promote boating safety during Independence Day outreach ahead of World Ranger Day

ALVA, Fla. — As thousands of Floridians headed to the water to celebrate Independence Day, park rangers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District partnered with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary to help ensure holiday fun remained safe for everyone on the water.

14 Jul 2026

Jacksonville District establishes new team to support FEMA disaster debris missions

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 29, 2026) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District has established a new Debris Planning and Response Team, expanding the national cadre of trained personnel who can deploy to support Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) debris missions after hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and other disasters.

8 Jun 2026

251 Years of Service: The Jacksonville District Continues the Army’s Legacy

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As the U.S. Army celebrates its birthday on June 14, 2026, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrates its 251st birthday two days later, on June 16th. The Jacksonville District’s continuum legacy stretches back more than 140 years in Florida, combining military engineering expertise, environmental stewardship, navigation improvements, flood-risk reduction, ecosystem restoration and emergency response into one of the most diverse missions in the federal government.

2 Jun 2026

Jacksonville District reinforces hurricane readiness through Hurricane preparedness

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida is famous for its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and vibrant ecosystems. However, living in the Sunshine State also means facing the annual threat of ferocious hurricanes. Hurricane season in Florida runs from June 1 through November 30, bringing peak storm risks between mid-August and late October. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District recently conducted a simulated Hurricane tabletop exercise alongside state partners to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season.

29 May 2026

USACE, Pinellas County Sign Updated Agreement Establishing Path Forward for Continued Beach Nourishment

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District and Pinellas County signed an updated Project Cooperation Agreement on May 29 establishing a new framework for continued federal participation in the Pinellas County Shore Protection Project at Sand Key, Treasure Island, and Long Key.

29 May 2026

Jacksonville District celebrates the renourishment of Lido Key Beach with City and County partners in Sarasota

SARASOTA, Fla. (May 29, 2026) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, joined the City of Sarasota, Sarasota County leadership, community stakeholders and residents of Lido Key on Tuesday to celebrate the completion of the Lido Key Beach renourishment project during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Lido Key Beach.

15 May 2026

South Florida Community members explore USACE lock during educational tour at W.P. Franklin South

ALVA, Fla. (May 15, 2026) — Residents from the Cascades at Riverhall community visited the W.P. Franklin South Recreation Area yesterday for an educational tour highlighting recreation opportunities, environmental stewardship and the critical role of the lock along the Okeechobee Waterway.

1 May 2026

USACE issues permit for Summer's End Marina in U.S. Virgin Islands

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District issued a permit for the Summer's End Marina located in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands on April 20.

29 Apr 2026

Balloon debris removal effort at Lake Okeechobee supports environmental stewardship mission

LAKE OKEECHOBEE, Fla. (April 22, 2026) — A small team from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District removed dozens of pieces of debris from Lake Okeechobee during a targeted cleanup effort, underscoring the growing environmental impact of balloon releases on Florida’s waterways.

13 Apr 2026

ASA announces expedited completion of the Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir Project

BELLE GLADE, Fla. - (April 13, 2026) Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle announced decisive action to fast-track completion of the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir Project, with construction now targeted for completion by 2029 and select project actions delegated to the State of Florida.

10 Mar 2026

Wrangling Weeds one Invasive Plant at a time

Wrangling weeds may sound simple, but during National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) it becomes a focused effort to protect Florida’s native landscapes one invasive plant at a time. The 2026 Florida Weed Wrangle, a statewide campaign held during NISAW, called on volunteers to help rescue public parks and green spaces from invasive species through hands-on removal of harmful trees, vines and shrubs.

6 Mar 2026

The People Side of Oversight: Building the Skills for Effective Regulation

Jacksonville District regulators attend a multi-day training to develop essential competencies required to excel in their roles.

5 Mar 2026

Future Engineers in Action: Northeast Florida students tackle real-world challenges at the 24th Annual Engineering Career Day

Nearly 100 students from Northeast Florida schools tackled real-world engineering challenges while learning from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers professionals, industry partners, and universities during National Engineers Week. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers photo by Aaron Church)

4 Mar 2026

Against Rising Tides and a Disappearing Shoreline: A Rapid Sand Response

Against a rising tide and disappearing shoreline, Col. Brandon L. Bowman, Commander Jacksonville District, received a call from Congressman Brian Mast’s (FL-21) office requesting immediate assistance. The message was clear: severe erosion was accelerating at Jetty Park and had created a dangerous risk of potential shoreline breach onto private property, and the Corps expertise was needed.

3 Mar 2026

Steady Hands Behind Critical Infrastructure: Larbi Kandil Leads Asset Management for Jacksonville District

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., (Mar. 3, 2026) Behind every functioning lock, dam, facility, and survey vessel in the Jacksonville District is a complex system of maintenance, planning, and stewardship. Helping ensure those assets remain safe, reliable, and mission-ready is Larbi Kandil, District Asset Manager and Chief of the Asset Management Section within the Multi-Projects Branch, Operations Division.