U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District

08/18/2026

The St. Augustine Back Bay Feasibility Study Public Webinar sessions are cancelled for August and September, and will resume on October 15th at 1:00 P.M.
A webinar link will be posted in advance.

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08/17/2026

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that is produced when a carbon-based fuel, such as gasoline, propane, or charcoal, burns. It only takes a few breaths to kill you. If you smell exhaust, CO is present. When boating, be aware of CO and know the signs of CO poisoning.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that is heavier t...

08/14/2026

St. Lucie lock & dam closure announcement.

For the current Lake Okeechobee water levels, please see: https://w3.saj.usace.army.mil/h2o/currentLL.shtml

08/14/2026

Help protect our coastal dunes by learning to identify invasive beach vitex. This fast-spreading plant can crowd out native dune vegetation, such as railroad vine, that supports healthy, resilient coastal habitat.

If you spot beach vitex, please report it to the First Coast Invasive Working Group at [email protected]. Together, we can help protect our dunes

08/13/2026

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned paddler, safety on the water is non-negotiable. Save this image as a reminder of what you need to know before your next paddleboarding adventure!

08/11/2026

When someone is struggling in the water, your first instinct may be to jump in and help — but that could put two lives at risk instead of one.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District park rangers are sharing an important water safety message every recreation visitor should remember:

Reach. Throw. Row. Don’t Go.

👉 Reach for the person from a safe position.
🛟 Throw them something that floats.
🚣 Row or use a boat to reach them when it can be done safely.
🚫 Don’t Go into the water after them unless you are a trained rescuer.

Whether you’re boating, fishing, swimming or simply enjoying a day near the water, knowing what to do during an emergency can help save a life.
Watch, share and remember: Reach. Throw. Row. Don’t Go. Because the best day on the water is a safe one!

08/10/2026

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Partnership Protects Atlantic Beach Dunes

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. -- An effort to control an invasive plant in Atlantic Beach shows how environmental stewardship supports the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ coastal storm risk management mission.

The City of Atlantic Beach detected beach vitex (Vitex rotundifolia) in 2024 during a beach renourishment project. The city contacted the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District for assistance, and Jessica Spencer, a biologist with the district’s Invasive Species Management Branch, led the Early Detection and Rapid Response effort.

“The partnership we established with the Jax District for dealing with the beach vitex provided the expertise and equipment to rapidly get the areas colonized by beach vitex under control and eventually eradicate it from these areas altogether,” said Steve Swann, city engineer for Atlantic Beach. “This would not have happened without the help of Jessica and other Jax District personnel.”

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Early detection and rapid response to beach vitex help protect dune stability, strengthen coastal resilience and support the long-term performance of a coastal storm risk management project.

08/10/2026

Before you set out on your next water adventure, please make sure everyone including yourself is wearing a properly fitted life jacket.

08/07/2026

USACE Jacksonville District's Eva Vélez, Chief of the Everglades Agricultural Area Integrated Project Office, joined the Everglades Foundation and our federal, state, and local partners today to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Senator Joe Negron's call to build the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir. In her remarks, Vélez highlighted the momentum behind one of the nation's largest ecosystem restoration projects and the unique partnership between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the South Florida Water Management District that is turning a bold vision into reality. Together, we're restoring the natural flow of water to America's Everglades while delivering lasting benefits for the St. Lucie River, Caloosahatchee Estuary, and South Florida.

08/07/2026

Unwind by spending time on the water with family and friends. To help ensure nothing interferes with your rest and relaxation please wear a properly fitted life jacket and encourage others to wear theirs too. Please Wear It