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  • April

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, U.S. Army Garrison – Daegu, Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency, and other representatives kicked off construction of the Consolidated Fire and Military Police Station with a First Strike Ceremony at Camp Walker, South Korea, on April 16, 2026. Participants included Brig. Gen. Joseph C. “Clete” Goetz, commander, USACE Pacific Ocean Division; Col. Jeremiah J. Willis, commander, USACE FED; Col. Jeffery D. Noll, commander, USAG Daegu; and others.

    Sledgehammer swings mark start of Camp Walker emergency services project

    With the swing of sledgehammers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District and U.S. Army Garrison – Daegu kicked off construction of the Consolidated Fire and Military Police Station with a First Strike Ceremony at Camp Walker, South Korea, on April 16, 2026.
  • Photo of Industry Day.

    USACE Far East District provides an open dialogue about contracting, construction, engineering and quality

    In partnership with the Public Procurement Service (PPS) and the 411th Contracting Support Brigade (411th CSB), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) hosted its annual Industry Day and Quality Symposium April 7–8, 2026, in Suwon, South Korea.
  • Photos of USACE FED employees' kids attending "Bring Your Kid to Work Day."

    Bring Your Kid to Work Day: Raising the Next Generation of Scientists and Engineers

    As students headed into spring break, the U.S. Corps of Engineers – Far East District hosted its second “Bring Your Kid to Work Day” (BYKTWD) event March 26, 2026, at district headquarters located on Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

  • March

    A smile for a career well spent: Visual Information Specialist Yo Kyong-il, who followed in his father’s footsteps into the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District in 1985, pauses beside his camera. Now serving alongside his daughter, Mr. Yo retires in March 2026, leaving behind a three-generation family legacy of service to the District. (U.S. Army photo by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Far East District)

    Three Generations, One Mission: The Yo Family’s Century of Service at USACE Far East District

    For many employees, working at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) is a career. For the Yo family, it has become a legacy spanning three generations built on dedication, gratitude, and a shared commitment to service. As longtime Visual Information Specialist Yo Kyong-il prepares to retire after more than four decades with the district, his career reflects not only the transformation of technology and the growth of the organization, but also the enduring values that have shaped his family’s connection to FED. Mr. Yo began his career in April 1985 as a supply clerk. His path to FED was inspired by his father, Yo Joon-gook, who worked as a district gardener with the Logistics Management Office and held a deep affection for the organization.

  • January

    Contractor modifies project site for colder weather conditions.

    Behind the Build: A look at a $115 Million Camp Humphreys Project Under Construction

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s $115 million, 2-story project at Camp Humphreys, South Korea, will be the future home of aircraft operating.

  • December

    Col. Ryan Ley, Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Carl T. Vogel, Command Chief, 51st Fighter Wing, drive compact track loaders (CTLs) to clear the ribbon for a new Airfield Damage Repair warehouse, Osan Air Base, on Dec. 3, 2025.

    Compact Track Loaders cut the ribbon on Osan Air Base’s new Airfield Damage Repair warehouses

    Two compact track loaders (CTLs) cleared ribbons to mark the opening of a new Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) warehouse, Osan Air Base, South Korea, on Dec. 3, 2025. Driven by Col. Ryan Ley, Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Carl T. Vogel, Command Chief, 51st Fighter Wing, the unique start to the ceremony highlighted the mission these facilities support of rapid airfield recovery in a contingency environment.
  • Col. Ryan Ley, Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Carl T. Vogel, Command Chief, 51st Fighter Wing, drive compact track loaders (CTLs) to clear the ribbon for a new Airfield Damage Repair warehouse, Osan Air Base, on Dec. 3, 2025.

    Compact Track Loaders cut the ribbon on Osan Air Base’s new Airfield Damage Repair warehouses

    Two compact track loaders (CTLs) cleared ribbons to mark the opening of a new Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) warehouse, Osan Air Base, South Korea, on Dec. 3, 2025. Driven by Col. Ryan Ley, Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Carl T. Vogel, Command Chief, 51st Fighter Wing, the unique start to the ceremony highlighted the mission these facilities support of rapid airfield recovery in a contingency environment.

  • November

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (USACE JED) Commander, Col. Patrick Biggs, left, administers the oath of office to newly promoted Lt. Col. Simratpal “Simmer” Singh, JED’s deputy commander, during his promotion ceremony at the District’s headquarters on Camp Zama, Japan, Nov. 26th, 2025

    U.S. Army Major “Simmer” Singh Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

    Maj. Simratpal “Simmer” Singh, deputy commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (JED), was promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel during a ceremony on Nov. 26 at the District headquarters on Camp Zama.
  • Photos of Job Order Contract construction site.

    UPDATE: $1.6 Million USAG Humphreys Command Group Renovation Continues

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s (USACE FED) Project 520595, is continuing the renovations of the first and third floors of Humphreys Command Group, the Plans, Analysis and Integration Office (PAIO) and the Internal Review and Audit Compliance Officer (IRACO).

  • September

    FED employees participate in Operation Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 (UFS25).

    USACE FED delivers mission support in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 Exercise (UFS25)

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District strengthened readiness in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 exercise (UFS25) from August 18-28, 2025, at Camp Humphreys and Camp Carroll in South Korea.

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