Sacramento District

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Completes Record of Decision for Delta Conveyance Project

Press Operations — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:52:39 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District, finalized its Record of Decision (ROD) for the proposed Delta Conveyance Project, completing the agency's programmatic environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act. The decision concludes one phase of the federal review process and allows USACE to begin evaluating future permit applications for project components within its jurisdiction.

Sacramento District Employees Recognized for Medical Emergency Response, Reflect on Workplace Preparedness

Grant Okubo — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:52:00 GMT

When a colleague at Sacramento District headquarters said she wasn’t feeling well, Jerilynn Hilmar alerted those nearby, Shelley McCoy stayed close to provide comfort and reassurance, and Elizabeth “Ellie” Hayes went downstairs to notify building security and escort first responders back to the scene. No cardiopulmonary resuscitation was performed and no automated external defibrillator was deployed, but their quick, coordinated response ensured she got the medical attention she needed. For that, the three received a commander’s coin from Sacramento District Commander Col. Robert McTighe on Dec. 8, 2025. They’re grateful for it, though they’re quick to put it in perspective.

USACE Completes Feasibility Study for Former Titan 1-A Missile Site

Press Operations — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:27:52 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Sacramento District, has completed the Feasibility Study for groundwater contamination at the Former Titan 1-A Missile Site near Lincoln, California.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of America’s 250th birthday celebration

Press Operations — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:18:00 GMT

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today announced that it will waive day use fees at its

Inspectors find no damage at Black Butte Dam after magnitude 5.6 earthquake

Press Operations — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:07:01 GMT

Following an earthquake in Northern California this morning, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District conducted a routine post-seismic inspection of Black Butte Dam in accordance with established dam safety procedures. The inspection found no issues or concerns, and the dam continues to operate safely and as designed.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers publishes Notice of Proposed Deauthorization List of water resources projects in the Federal Registe

Press Operations — Fri, 22 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle on May 21 authorized the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to publish a Notice of Proposed Deauthorization List of water resources projects in the Federal Register

USACE Sacramento District supports groundbreaking for Hill AFB East Campus infrastructure project

Maj. Kara M. Greene — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District joined Department of the Air Force leaders and project partners May 18 for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of the F-35/T-7A East Campus Infrastructure project at Hill Air Force Base.

USACE team inspect completed American River flood protection project after first winter season

J. Paul Bruton — Tue, 19 May 2026 19:40:00 GMT

Completed in 2025, Contract 3A marks a major milestone for the American River Common Features program and significantly strengthens flood protection in an area that nearly failed during the 1986 flood event.

‘Warriors Day on the Lake’ brings Veterans, community together for fishing, food and fun

J. Paul Bruton — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District hosted its 12th annual Warriors Day on the Lake

USACE introduces new Regulatory Request System module

Press Operations — Mon, 04 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today the launch of a new module on its Regulatory Request System (RRS) that will allow users to self-verify that a pre-construction notification is not required for a proposed activity covered under a nationwide permit.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awards $71.1 million contract for Sacramento River erosion protection

Press Operations — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:50:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District has awarded a $71.1 million contract to The Dutra Group for Sacramento River Erosion Contract 3, a critical component of ongoing flood risk reduction efforts in the Sacramento region as part of the American River Watershed (Common Features) Project, Natomas Basin, Sacramento and Sutter Counties, Calif.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completes Record of Decision for Sites Reservoir Project

Press Operations — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District has finalized its Record

New Community Co-Chair Selected for Titan 1-A Restoration Advisory Board

Press Operations — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:06:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District announces that John Margowski has been elected

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers supports award-winning restoration program at Beale Air Force Base

Maj. Kara M. Greene — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:36:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District supported a team effort at Beale Air Force Base that recently earned the Department of the Air Force’s General Thomas D. White Environmental Award for Installation Restoration.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seeks Public Comment on Potential Changes to Nationwide Permit Program

Press Operations — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:37:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 16, 2026) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking input from

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on potential future changes to the nationwide permits

Press Operations — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced on March 16 that it is seeking input from all interested parties on ways to increase the efficiency of the nationwide permit program.

USACE Sacramento Deputy District Counsel (Regulatory & Operations Divisions) Wins Environmental Quality Award

Samantha Boyle — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:29:37 GMT

When Lisa Clay graduated law school in 1987, she never imagined she would be practicing

USACE, Fort Hunter Liggett break ground on new Network Enterprise Center

Maj. Kara M. Greene — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:40:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett and project partners March 9 for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction on a new Network Enterprise Center that will modernize and consolidate installation network operations.

Engineering & Logistics Building nears completion

Public Affairs Office — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:20:00 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District representatives recently

Among Hard Hats: An Army Engineer’s Path to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Bertha Angela Smith — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:50:00 GMT

Gabby Faltin is an Army engineer and first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserve who supports major infrastructure projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District, moving between office coordination and on-site work at dams and flood risk management systems. Often the only Soldier on a civilian team, she combines technical expertise, adaptability, and a calm approach to solving complex problems that directly affect nearby communities. Her fascination with engineering began in childhood visits to Chicago, where curiosity about bridges and learning the Chicago River had been reversed sparked her career path. After ROTC, an Army scholarship, and years of work in the Omaha District, she now bridges military service and public infrastructure, helping protect regions while steadily building a career shaped by intentional goals rather than chance.