This Veterans Day, we honor all who have served our nation. A special thank you to the veterans of the St. Louis District who continue their commitment to service through our mission. We are grateful for your dedication and sacrifice. #VeteransDay
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This no-shave November, make water safety part of the look! Wear your life jacket, make it home. Eighty-eight percent of public recreation fatalities at USACE-managed lakes and river projects were male, and 89% were not wearing a lifejacket. Grow the beard AND wear the jacket!
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In honor of Veterans Day, USACE will waive day-use fees Nov. 11 at recreation areas nationwide, including Carlyle Lake, Rend Lake, Lake Shelbyville, Wappapello Lake and Mark Twain Lake.
The waiver covers boat ramps and swimming beaches.
Learn more: corpslakes.us
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Join us Nov. 18, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Florissant Municipal Court for updates on St. Louis Sites FUSRAP activities. Attend in person or remotely.
Details: mvs.usace.army.mil/Media/New…
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Make memories that last a lifetime — and make sure they’re good ones!
Whether you’re boating, fishing, paddling, or simply enjoying time near the water, play it safe by wearing a properly fitted life jacket. @PleaseWearIt
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We’re Hiring! The St. Louis District has three marine operations openings:
Cook
usajobs.gov/job/890311600
Deckhand, Pathfinder
usajobs.gov/job/889357800
Dredging equipment operator trainee, Dredge Potter
usajobs.gov/job/890327000
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Have a safe, fun, and spooktacular Halloween weekend with your family and friends! 🎃👻
While you enjoy the festivities, remember to play it safe around the water. If you’re in, on, or near open water, always wear a properly fitted life jacket.
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Join Our Team! The St. Louis District is hiring:
Senior water control manager
usajobs.gov/job/889794600
Supervisory operations, Carlyle Lake
usajobs.gov/job/889418600
Natural resources specialist
usajobs.gov/job/889707500
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Water safety matters all year long! These tips could save your life or the life of someone you care about. To learn more about water safety visit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Water Safety Program website here: usace.army.mil/Missions/Civi…

ALT Water safety matters all year long! These tips could save your life or the life of someone you care about. To learn more about water safety visit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Water Safety Program website here: https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/National-Water-Safety_Program/
We’re Hiring! The St. Louis District is seeking lock and dam operators at:
Melvin Price Locks and Dam
Apply by Oct. 29:
usajobs.gov/job/888902500
Lock and Dam 24
Apply by Oct. 26:
usajobs.gov/job/888908600
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This week, high School students from around the St. Louis metropolitan area got a hands-on look at careers that keep America’s waterways moving during Maritime Interaction Day at the National Great Rivers Museum in Alton, Illinois.
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Take the next step in your career with the St. Louis District! We are seeking a chief (NH 4) of the Hydrologic and Hydraulics Branch.
Application deadline: Oct. 29, 2026
Learn more and apply: usajobs.gov/job/888318600
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Join us for the St. Louis Sites FUSRAP Public Meeting/Open House on Nov. 18, from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The St. Louis District will provide an update on the North St. Louis County Sites and the St. Louis Downtown Site. In person and remote options available.
mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/…

ALT Join us for the St. Louis Sites FUSRAP Public Meeting/Open House on Nov. 18, from 6 to 8:30 p.m.\n\nThe St. Louis District will provide an update on the North St. Louis County Sites and the St. Louis Downtown Site. In person and remote options available. \n\nhttps://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/FUSRAP
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You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is designed for your water recreational activity can make your time in and on the water even more fun, so Please Wear It!
Build your career with the St. Louis District! We’re hiring a laboratory manager to support concrete materials testing and construction activities at Lock and Dam 25 in Winfield, Missouri.
Apply by Oct. 21: usajobs.gov/job/887187500
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We're Hiring! The St. Louis District is hiring a chief electrician in East Alton, Illinois, and a project scheduler professional in St. Louis.
Apply by Oct. 16:
usajobs.gov/job/887375400
usajobs.gov/job/887397400
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Lake Shelbyville Youth Ambassadors recently joined park rangers to plant 1,400+ native seedlings for a pollinator habitat restoration project, gaining hands-on conservation and STEM experience while helping improve biodiversity at the lake.
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Check out the Bobber Halloween Pack at www,Bobber.info featuring fun pumpkin stencils and a Bobber mask! You can also find the Life Jacket-o’-Lantern paper model activity to add a little water safety to your Halloween fun.
Have a safe, spooky, and fun Halloween!
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Come Work with Us! The St. Louis District is seeking a Striker Diesel-Electric (XF-9) to serve aboard the Dredge Potter.
Application deadline: Oct. 13, 2026
Learn more and apply: usajobs.gov/job/886825400
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Congratulations to our 2026 St. Louis District volunteer honorees!
Volunteer of the Year: Elaine Atwood
Outstanding Volunteer Service: Jason and Tammy Caldwell
Honorable Mention: Marty Duley, Dan and Freda Habermehl, and Rebecca Kruger
Thank you for your service. #USACE




























