16 JUNE 2025 WorldWide Drilling Resource® www.starironworks.com 257 Caroline Street Punxsutawney, PA 15767 800-927-0560 • 814-427-2555 Fax: 814-427-5164 Serving the Construction Industry USACE Kicks Off 250 Year Celebration Adapted from Information by USACE The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is commemorating 250 years of dedicated service to the country by hosting a yearlong celebration this year. Founded on June 16, 1775, the organization was created when the Continental Congress appointed the first Chief Engineer to manage the development of fortifications and military infrastructure. Throughout its history, USACE has consistently demonstrated engineering excellence, tackling the nation’s most intricate challenges with unparalleled skill and commitment. The mission at USACE has always been straightforward: to provide engineering solutions for the country’s most pressing challenges. Over the past 250 years, as the nation has grown, so has USACE’s scope of work, adapting to the evolving needs of the country. Their responsibilities now encompass flood risk management, navigation, water supply, environmental restoration, the development of cutting-edge facilities for military personnel, and emergency response efforts. USACE remains at the forefront of engineering, environmental stewardship, and water resource management in the nation. Their responsibilities include: j Operating and overseeing more than 700 dams and reservoirs that offer flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power to millions of Americans. j Maintaining over 12,000 miles of inland waterways that facilitate the movement of goods and commerce. j Managing over 150 million acres of public land, providing habitats for wildlife and recreational opportunities for the public. j Delivering emergency response and recovery assistance to communities impacted by natural disasters. j Engaging in research and development aimed at addressing the nation’s most pressing issues in civil and military engineering, geospatial sciences, water resources, as well as environmental sciences, serving the Army, Department of Defense, civilian agencies, and the nation’s public interest. “For 250 years, the Corps of Engineers has been working to safely deliver quality projects on schedule and within budget,” said Lieutenant General William H. “Butch” Graham, 56th Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. “I am proud to be a part of this elite organization, and I’m extremely proud of the 40,000 committed USACE teammates who wake up every day to solve some of the nation’s toughest challenges.” In celebration of this significant milestone, the USACE will take part in various events and activities across the country throughout the year. These will include ceremonies, exhibitions, and community outreach initiatives aimed at engaging the public and honoring their long-standing service. Learn more about USACE’s 250th activities at www.usace.army.mil/250th ENV
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