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USACE continues support of FEMA’s Baton Rouge storm and flood recovery mission. Contractors are installing an access ramp on a Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Manufactured Housing Unit. USACE Memphis District employees have been working with contractors and FEMA to make sure structures meet the required standards.
USACE employees continue to support FEMA in South Louisiana flood recovery
USACE continues support of FEMA’s Baton Rouge storm and flood recovery mission. Contractors are installing an access ramp on a Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Manufactured Housing Unit. USACE Memphis District employees have been working with contractors and FEMA to make sure structures meet the required standards.
Rock Island District's Mississippi River Visitor Center recently became part of the new National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism website. Geotourism acquaints tourists with local culture and traditions and offers them in-depth opportunities to enjoy an area's unique natural beauty and biodiversity.
Rock Island Visitor Center Selected for National Geographic Geoturism Website
Rock Island District's Mississippi River Visitor Center recently became part of the new National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism website. Geotourism acquaints tourists with local culture and traditions and offers them in-depth opportunities to enjoy an area's unique natural beauty and biodiversity.
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Corps Employees Conduct Site Inspection Reports
Hank Stimpfel (left) and John Sherman (right), quality assurance specialists from the Corps' Memphis District, conduct a site inspection on a property in Baton Rouge, La. The site inspection lets the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Corps and property owners know if it is feasible to put a mobile housing unit on their property.
The Mississippi Valley Division partners with Vicksburg community leaders regarding the crime of sexual assault.
MVD promotes "Not On My Watch" video
The Mississippi Valley Division partners with Vicksburg community leaders regarding the crime of sexual assault.
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MG Leaders Run
MVD commanders meet at the Vicksburg Military Park for an early morning run prior to attending a recent Regional Command Council meeting and MVD Headquarters. From left to right: Col. Richard Pannell, division deputy commander; Maj. Gen. Mike Wehr, division commander; Col. Mike Derosier, Vicksburg District commander; Jim Bodron, division Programs director; Col. Mike Ellicott, Memphis District commander; Col. Anthony Mitchell, St. Louis District commander; Capt. Ryan Alarcon, Vicksburg District project manager; Col. Craig Baumgartner, Rock Island District commander; Capt. Jordon Peck, aide-de-camp, Col. Mike Clancy, New Orleans District commander; and Maj. Matt Miller, aide-de-camp.

Latest Stories

MVD Welcomes New Security Officer

Vicksburg- This month, John Kisner joins the Mississippi Valley Division as the new security
Published: 9/16/2016
Published: 9/16/2016

MVD Provides Multidistrict Response to Historic Louisiana Flood

The effort to recover from catastrophic flooding continues in south Louisiana. The United States
Published: 9/16/2016

Latest News Releases

Mississippi Valley Division schedules Industry Day

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mississippi Valley Division, is conducting an Industry Day to address specific topics regarding stone supply, delivery and placement within the Mississippi River.
Published: 8/10/2016

Mr. Jim Bodron selected to Senior Executive Service

Mr. James A. Bodron, P.E., was recently selected by Secretary of the Army Eric Fanning as the newest member of the Senior Executive Service.
Published: 7/27/2016

Division Awards Day

June 27, 2016 -- VICKSBURG,MISS. -- The Mississippi Valley Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, held its annual awards ceremony today where the following awards were presented:
Published: 6/27/2016
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USACE continues support of FEMA’s Baton Rouge storm and flood recovery mission. Contractors are installing an access ramp on a Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Manufactured Housing Unit. USACE Memphis District employees have been working with contractors and FEMA to make sure structures meet the required standards.
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USACE continues support of FEMA’s Baton Rouge storm and flood recovery mission. Contractors are installing an access ramp on a Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Manufactured Housing Unit. USACE Memphis District employees have been working with contractors and FEMA to make sure structures meet the required standards.
  • USACE continues support of FEMA’s Baton Rouge storm and flood recovery mission. Contractors are installing an access ramp on a Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Manufactured Housing Unit. USACE Memphis District employees have been working with contractors and FEMA to make sure structures meet the required standards.
  • Like the showboats of old, the Motor Vessel Mississippi chugged into Alton, IL with a flair of river romance as hundreds line up to see her.
  • A five-cannon salute opened the September meeting of Mississippi River mayors, marking five years of progress for the organization and offering a salute to the Mississippi’s original river town.
  • Birds need diners and motels too, so to speak, spots to rest and refuel.
  • Battalion and Company Leadership stand ready before the Activation Ceremony of the 769th Brigade Engineer Battalion on 25 September 2016 at the 769th BEB armory, Armed Forces Reserve Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Both MG Wehr and MG Barry Keeling (LANG) spoke at the ceremony
  • MG Wehr meets deserving Paratroopers during the 307th JRTC BN Award Ceremony on 22 September 2016 at Fort Bragg, NC, to include speaking at the Waal Crossing Wreath laying ceremony, commemorating WWII actions during Operation Market Garden.
  • Larry McIntosh (L), John Nevels (C) and Sheron Belcher (R), quality assurance representatives, discuss the possible location of a Manufactured Housing Unit during a site inspection. These Corps employees from the Huntsville Center are in southern Louisiana supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency's temporary housing mission that stemmed from the Baton Rouge flood.
  • Rock Island District staff are on the ground assisting the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa in the flood fight.
  • Rock Island District staff on are on the ground assisting the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa in the flood fight.
  • Rock Island District staff on the ground assisting the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa in the flood fight.
  • Rock Island District's Mississippi River Visitor Center recently became part of the new National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism website. Geotourism acquaints tourists with local culture and traditions and offers them in-depth opportunities to enjoy an area's unique natural beauty and biodiversity.
  • MVD commanders meet at the Vicksburg Military Park for an early morning run prior to attending a recent Regional Command Council meeting and MVD Headquarters. From left to right: Col. Richard Pannell, division deputy commander; Maj. Gen. Mike Wehr, division commander; Col. Mike Derosier, Vicksburg District commander; Jim Bodron, division Programs director; Col. Mike Ellicott, Memphis District commander; Col. Anthony Mitchell, St. Louis District commander; Capt. Ryan Alarcon, Vicksburg District project manager; Col. Craig Baumgartner, Rock Island District commander; Capt. Jordon Peck, aide-de-camp, Col. Mike Clancy, New Orleans District commander; and Maj. Matt Miller, aide-de-camp.
  • Ron Saunders (L), Brian MacEachern (C) and Mike Barbour (L), quality assurance specialists from the Huntington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers talk with a contractor after the delivery of a Mobile Housing Unit to a property owner in Denham Springs, La.
  • Hank Stimpfel (left) and John Sherman (right), quality assurance specialists from the Corps' Memphis District, conduct a site inspection on a property in Baton Rouge, La. The site inspection lets the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Corps and property owners know if it is feasible to put a mobile housing unit on their property.
  • Vicksburg District (MVK) host the third annual Blessing of the Fleet ceremony; prior to departing for the 2016 revetment and dredging season. The event stems from a tradition dating back to medieval times in early European fishing communities. A blessing bestowed by a local priest, called for an abundant and safe season.
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