Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Do you need a fun activity to do with your family while you’re decorating for the holidays? Visit www.Bobber.info to create some, easy-to-make, Bobber the Water Safety Dog ornaments. Watch some Bobber cartoons with the kids while you're on the website, even adults enjoy them.

Officials with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division's Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Granger Lake will temporarily close the Granger Lake Dam road for surface and embankment maintenance from Dec. 7, 2023, until approximately Aug. 2024.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Fort Worth District's Programs and Project Management Division (PPMD) came together for a holiday breakfast today.

It's , a day to recognize all the volunteers that make your visit to one of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Fort Worth District's lakes that much more enjoyable. Without them, our staffs wouldn't be complete.

Jewel Hale, a Taylor (TX) native, who enjoys fishing started her Ranger career as a Summer Ranger at Granger Lake. With more than 9 years of experience, she is currently the Lead Ranger at Belton Lake. She became a Ranger because she enjoys wildlife and working outdoors. She applied for the Summer Ranger job and loved it, and after that first summer, she went to college to meet the education requirements to become a full-time ranger. Right now her future plans aren't set in stone as she truly enjoys what she is doing now. But she hopes to continue to learn and grow professionally. Her best advice for new Rangers is simply to be happy

Safety Sunday
General Office Safety: Ensure hallways and paths are free of clutter. A trip free office is a step towards safety.

Please join the US Army Corps of Engineers at Whitney Lake in the Second Annual Whitney Lake Christmas Bird Count on December 17! The Christmas Bird Count is the world’s longest running citizen science project, entering its 124th year. Participants in the Whitney Lake Christmas Bird Count will work with Corps Park Rangers tallying birds around the lake to help better understand the avian species that winter in the area. Beginner birders are welcome to participate! For more information or to sign up, please contact Kathryn Devers at [email protected]!

If you fall into cold water, your body loses heat quickly and you will have approximately 10-minutes of meaningful movement. Wearing a life jacket increases your chances to be rescued so .

Now Hiring!
Equal Employment Specialist (GS-09/11)
This position is in the Fort Worth District Office.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762765400

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Supervisory Interdisciplinary (GS-13)
This position is in the Fort Worth District, E&C Division, Construction Branch with Fort Worth, TX Duty Station.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762984200

We're Hiring!
Civil Engineer, Hydraulics (GS-12)
This position is in the Fort Worth District, E&C Division, Water Resources Branch with Fort Worth, TX Duty Station.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762986300

On this day in 1890, Army played Navy for the first time. Since we are the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters, we only have one thing to say. GO ARMY, BEAT NAVY!

2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division

On this day in1938, the 4th Heisman Trophy was awarded to Davey O'Brien, TCU Football QB. Our Visit Fort Worth neighbors have made some great achievements over the years.

Due to declining lake levels, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Somerville Lake has closed the public waterfowl area located between the Pecan Lake and McCain Creek areas as well as the 39 waterfowl hunting blinds. Currently, the lake elevation is 231.95msl or .05 below the cutoff elevation of 232.00msl. Lake staff will continue to monitor the elevation to determine if waterfowl hunting can be re-opened before the season ends.

Boaters are urged to continue to use caution and slow down while boating on Somerville Lake as once submerged obstacles are now emerging and pose potential hazards due to low lake levels. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages anyone recreating on or in Somerville Lake to wear a lifejacket and practice water safety.

Safety is our number one priority! Please contact the Somerville Lake Office at 979-596-1622 with any questions or concerns.

Even strong swimmers struggle to survive after falling into cold water. Ensure that you return home to those you love by wearing a properly-fitted life jacket when in, on, or near the water. !

Now hiring!
Program Manager (GS-14)
This position is in the Fort Worth District, Engineering Construction Support Office Planning, Programs and Technical Support Branch.
Duty Station is Fort Worth, TX.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762346100

Today in History - Thanksgiving was celebrated for the first time under the new Constitution. President George Washington issued a proclamation naming Thursday, November 26, 1789, as a day of public thanksgiving and prayer.

Happy If you're a small business owner and want to work with the best small business office in all of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters, just follow the link and schedule a capability briefing appointment today.

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On this day in 1835 the Texas Department of Public Safety Texas Rangers mounted police force was authorized by the Texas Provisional Government. While they don't patrol the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division's Fort Worth District lakes, we bet they enjoy them with their friends and families.

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

During this month, American Indians and Alaska Natives are honored and celebrated for their rich and varied cultures, traditions, history, and societal contributions. National American Indian Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to become more educated about Native Americans, increase our knowledge of unique challenges faced by this population, and better understand how historical events—such as unjust Federal policies of assimilation and termination—have impacted Native peoples.

Meet U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District Mechanical Engineer Manuel Diaz who is assisting with the Hawaiʻi Wildfires as an office engineer. In this position Diaz works to support USACE resident engineers by improving Emergency Field Office processes and keeping the Debris Mission running smoothly.

This is the first deployment for Diaz, and he said he likes being in Maui and trying to help other people through his work with USACE. Diaz said he is gaining experience on the mission and is learning to collaborate with other team members.

“I feel like after this mission I will have a different mind because helping other people is something that I like to do,” said Diaz. “I think that having this experience, working so hard, working with other people and meeting new people is great.”
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters Fort Worth District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers of Maui

On this day in 1866 Pierre Lallement patented the rotary crank bicycle. Look at the transformation of his patent over the years, 1900-today. What year did you start riding on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Fort Worth District lakes?

Safety Sunday - As the holiday season approaches driving long distances to visit family and friends comes to mind. Remember driving drowsy is as bad as driving under the influence of alcohol. Be sure to get adequate rest before you set out on long distance driving.” (AAA photo)

On this day in 1883 the United States and Canada went from over 140 time zones to 4. That sure makes it easier to set up a time to get together at one of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division's Fort Worth District lakes.

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Milestone Achievement for Dallas Floodway Project: Providing Flood Risk Management to Communities In the heart of Dallas, Texas, stands a testament to flood risk management, public safety, partnership, and engineering excellence- the Dallas Floodway project. The Flood Risk Management project recently reached a milestone with the substantial completion of the West Levee 277k crest raise and side....

Now Hiring!
Program Manager - Engineering & Sciences (GS-14)
This position is in the Fort Worth District, Engineering Construction Support Office, Infrastructure Assessment Branch with Fort Worth, TX Duty Station.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/761457600

Today is . Which of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Fort Worth District lake trails are your favorite?

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Architect (GS-11)
This position is in the Fort Worth District, E&C Division, Engineering Branch, Architectural Section with Fort Worth, TX Duty Station.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/761367300

Now Hiring!
Interdisciplinary (GS-13)
This is a project manager position to serve in Military Branch, PPMD.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/761090400

On this day in 1841 life preservers made of cork were patented by Napoleon Guerin. They've come a long way to what you see on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division's Fort Worth District lakes today.

Now Hiring!
Financial Management Analyst (GS-7/9)
This position is in the Finance and Accounting Branch in Fort Worth.
For more information visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/760640400

Meet your Ranger
Cassy Hill, originally from Comanche, Oklahoma, has been a Ranger for more than four years and is stationed at Belton Lake. She became a Ranger because she is passionate about preserving public lands and providing a space for generations to recreate and enjoy the outdoors. Hill believes to be successful you must do whatever it takes to further the mission and that nothing is not your job. She hopes to continue her career with USACE to work in operations where she can help manage parks and recreation areas. To relax, she enjoys bowling with friends.

Join people across the world celebrating Geographic Information Systems Day!

GIS Day 2023 | Celebrating the GIS Professional Participate in the international celebration of geographic information system (GIS) technology on November 15, 2023, by hosting your own GIS Day event or attending an event near you.

Thanks to efforts by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division's Fort Worth District Whitney Lake Park Rangers and staff, MJ the dog was reunited with his loving family after being lost in a campground for 3 days.
Despite being almost 17 years old and only 8lbs, MJ was able to survive near-freezing temperatures and hungry predators.
MJ’s parents were overjoyed to be reunited with their pup and the Whitney Lake staff were thrilled for a happy outcome and to play a small part in MJ’s big adventure.

More than 46,000 people are killed in car accidents in the U.S. every year, and an estimated 4.4 million people sustain injuries that require medical attention. We want to see you on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division Fort Worth district lakes next summer, so please wear your .

Congratulations sir!

Following His Own Road It’s a long road from private to lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army, a road filled with highs and lows, twists and turns. For Army Corps of Engineers' Lt. Col. Joshua Haynes, it’s also been a road traveled with the help of family, friends and mentorships.