Galveston District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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Port Freeport in Texas ranks #17 in the nation by commercial tonnage and serves as an important gateway for energy, automotive, container, chemical, agricultural and industrial cargo. The channel improvement project strengthens the port’s ability to serve existing customers, pursue future opportunities and accommodate a wider range of global vessels.

Freeport channel milestone expands vessel access, strengthens U.S. supply chains

Federal, state and local leaders join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District and the Harris County Flood Control District on Thursday for a ribbon cutting celebrating completion of the White Oak Bayou Federal Flood Damage Reduction Project in northeast Houston. The project helps reduce flood risk for nearby homes, businesses and transportation corridors.

USACE, Harris County complete White Oak Bayou project in northeast Houston

Constructed between 1962 and 1966, the Matagorda Ship Channel is an approximate 26-mile long deep draft channel from the Gulf of America to Port Lavaca.

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Announces ‘Build Infrastructure, Not Paperwork’ initiative

The Honorable Mr. Telle, along with U.S. Army Major General Jason Kelly, the USACE Deputy Commander for Civil and Emergency Operations, met with Port of Houston officials to discuss the Houston Ship Channel (HSC) Improvement Project—locally known as Project 11. The Port of Houston is the local, non-federal sponsor for the project and is partnering with the USACE Galveston District to expand the channel.

Army Civil Works Sec. Telle Visits Port of Houston

USACE Industry Days are an opportunity for districts to provide industry-specific information that focuses on active USACE projects.

SWG Holds Latest Industry Day

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News Releases

Freeport channel milestone expands vessel access, strengthens U.S. supply chains

7/31/2026

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District and Port Freeport recognized a major milestone in the Freeport Harbor Channel Improvement Project during a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 28, 2026...

USACE, Harris County complete White Oak Bayou project in northeast Houston

4/8/2026

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District and the Harris County Flood Control District joined elected officials and community partners Thursday to celebrate the completion of the...

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

3/19/2026

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...