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Brig. Gen. Zachary Miller, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division, presents the Silver de Fleury Medal to Col. Charles L. Decker during his retirement ceremony in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Decker, who was also awarded the Legion of Merit, led the district through some of the most significant infrastructure efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including awarding the largest civil works contract in Puerto Rico’s history for the $1.078 billion Río Puerto Nuevo Flood Risk Management Project and completing the $56.7 million zero emissions deepening and widening of San Juan Harbor.

A 30-year legacy of service

6/23/2026

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The newly redesignated U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Latin America & Caribbean District unveils its new unit logo following its transition from the Caribbean District on June 23, 2026, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The redesignation reflects the district’s expanded mission under the U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, unifying USACE’s engineering responsibilities across Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 33 nations throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. The district now oversees a multibillion‑dollar portfolio spanning more than seven million square miles, delivering civil works, military construction, navigation, emergency response, and international support across the region.

Caribbean District gets new name, expanded missi

6/24/2026

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Patricia Fontanet Rodríguez, chief of Emergency Management for the Caribbean District, points out the path of a fictional hurricane during the Caribbean District’s 2026 Hurricane Tabletop Exercise in San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 9–10. Participants coordinated actions for a simulated Category 3 storm. The exercise demonstrated how USACE districts can rapidly surge personnel and expertise to support FEMA and local agencies during major disasters.

Caribbean District prepares for 2026 Hurricane Season with multi‑day exercise

6/16/2026

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Members of the Army Corps of Engineers Caribbean District Team who have worked on the Caño Martín Peña Ecosystem Restoration Project in San Juan, participate in the ceremonial groundbreaking for Contract 3 Phase 1 of the project. The milestone event marked the beginning of full dredging operations and continued progress toward restoring the 2.2 mile channel and surrounding ecosystems.

Ceremony launches next phase of Caño Martín Peña Ecosystem Restoration

5/15/2026

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USACE announces historic $1 billion award for Contract 3 of the Río Puerto Nuevo Flood Risk Management Project: Río Puerto Nuevo Flood Risk Management Project: To increase protection from a 2‑year flood event to a 100‑year event, the project widens and deepens the existing channel, replaces narrow bridges that restrict flow, and incorporates modern, nature‑friendly design techniques to improve capacity and long‑term resilience.

Historic $1 billion award announced for RPN Contract 3

5/1/2026

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division Brig. Gen. Zachary Miller, Latin America & Caribbean District Commander. Lt. Col. Nate Weander, and Jacqueline Keiser, the district’s deputy for Programs and Project Management, listen to remarks during the June 23, 2026, change of command ceremony at Castillo San Cristóbal in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The event marked both the redesignation of the former Caribbean District as the Latin America & Caribbean District and Weander’s assumption of command, launching a new chapter for USACE’s regional mission spanning Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 33 partner nations across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Weander assumes command of USACE’s Latin America & Caribbean District

6/24/2026

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Participants in the South Atlantic Division’s Leadership Development Program gather on the beach in Old San Juan during their April 13–16, 2026 visit to Puerto Rico. Throughout the weeklong leadership immersion, participants learned from Caribbean District leaders, toured infrastructure and military construction projects, built professional connections, and deepened their understanding of the district’s mission and regional challenges.

Inside the Leadership Lab

4/17/2026

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Artist’s rendering of the AST Barracks, which will provide modern lodging for Soldiers attending short term training at Fort Buchanan.

Fort Buchanan breaks ground on AST barracks

3/24/2026

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South Atlantic Division Regional Leadership Development Program participants walk the Bastion de San Fernando project site in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, to observe ongoing cliff stabilization efforts. As part of the SAD RLDP visit to the Caribbean District in late February 2026, participants explored how the Corps of Engineers and the National Park Service are protecting this historic landmark. The group moved along the cliffside trail to examine erosion risks and view areas where the cliff face is most vulnerable. The walk was one of several field activities during the RLDP’s weeklong immersion in the Caribbean District’s mission, projects, and unique operating environment.

SAD’s future leaders gather in Puerto Ri

3/11/2026

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Brig. Gen. Zachary L. Miller delivers the keynote address at the 2026 SAME San Juan Field Chapter Industry Day, held March 3-5, 2026, at the El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. This year’s SAME event featured one of the strongest speaker lineups yet and provided a platform for federal agencies and industry partners to connect, collaborate, and explore upcoming opportunities across the Caribbean.

Caribbean District and SAME highlight historic infrastructure momentum

3/10/2026

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Caribbean District Regulatory Transformation Workshop Graphic

Caribbean District hosting Regulatory Workshop Feb. 3, 2026

1/14/2026

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The history of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) represents a cornerstone in the development of our nation, with its impact extending far beyond the mainland United States. Since the early 20th century, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean region have played a vital role within USACE, marked by a century of engineering innovation and collaboration. United States Army Corps of Engineers dated 1927, available at the Library of Congress | Control number 98687143.

Over a Century of Engineering Excellence: The history of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean

11/12/2024

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