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  • July

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Southwestern Division Commander Brig. Gen. George Walter (left of center) passes the USACE Galveston District's colors to the incoming District Commander Col. David W. Dake, during a change of command ceremony, July 29, 2025. During Army change of command ceremonies, the passing of the colors from the senior commander to the incoming commander signifies the passing of his trust and confidence in the incoming commander's ability to lead the organization, its Soldier, and civilians. U.S. Army photo by Luke Waack

    USACE Galveston District Holds Change of Command

    Col. David Dake assumed command from Col. Rhett Blackmon as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) commander during a change of command ceremony, July 29, 2025, at the district’s headquarters. On top of handing over command to Dake, Blackmon also celebrated his retirement from the Army after 26 years of service.

  • June

    Galveston District Logistics Management Specialist and Property Book Officer Sequoia A. Hopkins (right) opens the door on a hillside mower acquired via government equipment channels June 9, 2025. Hopkins was recently named the USACE Directorate of Logistics' “Outstanding Logistician of the Year”.

    Hopkins Named 'Outstanding Logistician of the Year'

    Sequoia Hopkins, of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG), was named the USACE "Outstanding Logistician of the Year".

  • February

    A small concrete mixer moved along railroad tracks to pour concrete into the base for the east end of the Galveston Seawall extension, circa 1920.

    SWG Celebrates 145 years

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) celebrates its 145th birthday today. Since its establishment in 1880, SWG has played a pivotal role in maintaining channels and improving harbors, laying the foundation that would make Texas a leader in commercial navigation and trade. Though its mission has grown over nearly a century and a half, the district continues to embody the spirit of resilience that has gotten coastal Texas through some of it most challenging times.

  • January

    Dr. Paul A. Cox, SWG Engineering Technician, gave the invocation. The observance was organized by Dr. Rose M. Caballero, SWG Equal Employment Manager and Ms. Patricia “Pat” Agee, Black Employment Manager. SWG Commander, Col Rhett A. Blackmon gave opening remarks to the scores of people who attended in person and many more watching online.

    Excellence in Action: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Galveston District (SWG), honored the life and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a ceremony at district headquarters on King’s birthday, Jan. 15, 2025. Dr. Paul A. Cox, SWG Engineering Technician, gave the invocation.