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    As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrates its 251st birthday on June 16, 2026, the Jacksonville District continues their critical missions which have defined much of its history since the district was established in 1884. The Jacksonville District’s legacy continues to connect Florida’s communities to global markets while supporting economic prosperity, military readiness and the safe movement of commerce throughout the state.

    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.
  • Jake Edwards, a liaison officer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District, surveys hurricane damage from high water in Cedar Key, Fla. Sept. 28, 2024 following storm Hurricane Helene.USACE brings unique capabilities to emergency responses, but we are just one piece of a much larger Army and DOD team working to support our federal, state, and local partners. (USACE photo by Mark Rankin)

    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.