3 Aug 2026

A Career built on quality: Brian Quiroga named USACE Quality Professional of the Year

For Brian Quiroga, quality is more than a standard: it is the foundation of his career. That commitment has earned the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District senior construction control representative recognition as the USACE Quality Professional of the Year.

30 Jul 2026

USACE Far East District launches Engineering Division Summer Internship Program to inspire future engineers

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Five university students spent their summer gaining hands-on engineering experience while learning firsthand how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District delivers complex projects in support of the U.S. military mission on the Korean Peninsula.

27 Jul 2026

Continuing USACE FED’s Legacy: Maasberg assumes command of the District

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Col. Margaret “Maggie” Maasberg assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District during a change of command ceremony July 27, 2026, at the Riverbend Golf Course at Camp Humphreys.

8 Jul 2026

USACE FED Completes Construction Phase of $130 Million Barracks Project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) officially turned over a $130 million Unaccompanied Enlisted Personnel Housing (UEPH) barracks project to U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, July 8, 2026.

29 Jun 2026

USACE Far East District set to turn over modernized water treatment plant at Chinhae Naval Base

A major infrastructure milestone is just weeks away at Chinhae Naval Base as the massive project to relocate and modernize the installation's water treatment plant enters its final phase. With the official turnover scheduled for late June 2026, this strategically important project is moving rapidly toward the finish line.

5 Jun 2026

USACE Far East District inspires curiosity through STEAM outreach across three schools in South Korea

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) engaged more than 2,000 students during its annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) outreach events at Humphreys West Elementary School (HWES), Osan Elementary School (OES) and Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) in May 2026.

1 Jun 2026

USACE FED, MND-DIA hold first joint symposium of 2026 to strengthen project execution

The Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District held their first joint symposium of 2026 on June 1 at Camp Humphreys, South Korea. This continues a series of workshops launched in 2025 to foster a better understanding of execution processes and regulations for both FED and MND-DIA.

1 Jun 2026

USACE FED earns esteemed Army Safety and Occupational Health Star

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) successfully earned the Army Safety and Occupational Health Star May 27, 2026, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

14 May 2026

Bridging the gap: How one service member found professional growth at USACE Far East District

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) integrated the Department of War’s SkillBridge program in 2025 to provide transitioning service members with professional development and civilian career opportunities. Recently, FED welcomed former intern and military officer, Joel Padilla, now a project manager in the Central Area Branch.

27 Apr 2026

A Career of Advocacy and Experience: Larry Estrada Joins Far East District as Deputy District Counsel

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Larry Estrada brings with him more than three decades of federal service and a wealth of legal expertise as he steps into his role as deputy district counsel at the for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District. Estrada joined the Office of Counsel in January 2026. The position marks both a promotion and his first overseas assignment.