Los Angeles District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

05/30/2026

On May 30, the Los Angeles District welcomed the Japan Commission on Large Dams to a site tour at Prado Dam to see firsthand how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers coordinates flood risk management for the Santa Ana River Basin. Overseeing over 16 miles of channels and levees as well as 5 flood risk management dams within the basin, USACE coordinates with Orange, Riverside and San Bernadino counties to ensure the safe operation of dams like Prado to mitigate flood risk with the secondary benefits of water conservation, recreation and wildlife habitat.

To learn more about ongoing work the Los Angeles District is doing to improve dam safety across its portfolio, visit https://www.spl.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Dam-Safety-Program/

05/29/2026

Join our Team‼

The following vacancy announcement https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/870408100

Civil Engineer: GS - 12
Telework Eligible!!!!

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05/27/2026

May 31 is Dam Safety Awareness Day! Hear from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Senior Dam Safety Advisor Aaron Smith on how our more than 700 nationwide dams protect and power local communities. From flood-risk management to water conservation, that’s "dam" beautiful!

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters | USACE South Pacific Division

05/26/2026

May 31 is National Dam Safety Awareness Day, a reminder that dam safety programs are important to monitor dams and follow best safety practices. To learn more about dam safety and the dams in your area, visit the National Inventory of Dams: nid.sec.usace.army.mil

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their legacy is etched in the 250 years of American freedom they defended.

05/22/2026

Join our Team‼

The following vacancy announcement

Construction Control Representative: GS – 9/11
Duty Location: Nellis AFB, Nevada

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05/21/2026

No dam is risk-free. Ahead of National Dam Safety Awareness Day on May 31, we’re spreading the word that although dams provide great benefits, it’s important to always keep safety in mind.

Tips include:
• Know dams in the areas where you live and work
• Find out how to receive emergency alerts about dam-related incidents
• Build a to-go kit and have an emergency action plan
• Tell your friends and neighbors about nearby dams
• Follow signage and barriers both on the water and land near dams

To learn more about the dams in your area and to start that safety plan, visit the National Inventory of Dams, with data on more than 90,000 dams and tips on flood preparedness: https://nid.sec.usace.army.mil/

05/20/2026

05/16/2026

Happy Armed Forces Day!

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District proudly continued its tradition of participating in the Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade, joining fellow service members from across the military for the 64th annual event.

This year, the LA District joined service members representing all six branches of the military, along with veterans, students and a long list of community organizations as the Torrance community gathered along the parade route to honor those who serve and those who have served.

Also making an appearance: Bobber the Water Safety Dog, who greeted families and helped share the message of staying safe on and around the water as summer approaches; as well as a Dodge M37 3/4-ton truck, owned and driven by one of LA District’s employees, who also is an Army first sergeant.

Today, we honor all who have served — and continue to serve — in the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice!

05/16/2026

Joseph Carranza Escobar, Marlene Schmitt, and Emily Hibbard, USACE park rangers, pose with ATV helmets, before an environmental inspection of the Whitlow Range Dam area May 13 near Queen Valley, AZ.

To find a dam near you nid.sec.usace.army.mil