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Planning plays a vital role in supporting the Corps of Engineers Civil Works water resources development mission. Through planning activities, including feasibility studies, Continuing Authorities Program studies, watershed studies, comprehensive/large scale studies, general reevaluation studies, validation studies and other post-authorization change studies - and more, Corps planners help decision-makers identify water resources problems, conceive solutions to them, and compare the importance of the inevitable conflicting values inherent in any solution.
The Planning Community Toolbox includes a wealth of information for planners and project delivery teams, including the policy, guidance, processes, and tools that are used every day in planning.
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| RAPID Feasibility Study Decision Framework |
In 2026, the Corps introduced the RAPID framework to accelerate Civil Works project delivery: Risk-Informed; Aligned; Proportional; Iterative; Decisive. Applying RAPID means streamlined decision making, reduced and eliminated duplicative paperwork, and a laser-focus on delivery.
 The RAPID Feasibility Study Decision Framework: A Guide for Study Teams and Partners (2026) - The RAPID approach is the Corps' direct response to the call to deliver high quality and implementable solutions to the nation's pressing water resources challenges to Congress in a timely manner. This guide was developed to support teams and decision makers in the adoption of the RAPID framework for Civil Works study execution.
RAPID Feasibility Study Framework  - A variety of resources for USACE project delivery teams is available on the USACE Knowledge Management Portal.
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Feasibility Report Format and Content Guide (2023) - This guide provides general recommendations for the format and content of USACE feasibility reports with an integrated Environmental Assessment (EA) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The guide can be used as a starting point for nearly all feasibility reports and is appropriate for use by entry-level to senior planners. It may also be used as a reference for policy reviewers and technical specialists. The format described in the guide is not mandatory.
Planning Workforce Development Guide (2023) - This document provides PCoP members guidance in holistic development based on their individual career goals and the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to excel in USACE water resources planning. The October 2023 update of the document includes the addition of KSAs and Career Roadmaps for all Planning Sub-Communities of Practice (Plan Formulation, Economics, Environmental, and Cultural Resources) as well as other updates to content and resources
Partnering with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: A Guide for Communities, Local Governments, States, Tribes, and Non-Governmental Organizations (2019) - Partnering with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: A Guide for Communities, Local Governments, States, Tribes, and Non-Governmental Organizations provides potential sponsors with information on the programs and processes available for non-Federal partners and USACE representatives to work together to address the Nation’s water resources problems. The Guide includes an overview of the USACE Civil Works Program and describes how USACE can work with local, State, Tribal, and Federal agencies and other non-Federal partners on activities ranging from technical services and advice to planning and constructing water resources projects. A previous version of this document was originally published as the Project Partnership Kit by IWR back in 1996 and revised in 2001.
The Importance of Early Coordination Under the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act - This guide was developed through a collaboration between the Corps, USFWS and NMFS. The Guide provides an overview of the SMART Planning process and demonstrates how key environmental coordination and compliance activities fit into that process. The Guide highlights opportunities for engagement and coordination at all stages of a planning study, re-emphasizing the need for early coordination.
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 | Chief's Report - Lower Osage River Basin, Miller, Osage and Cole Counties, Missouri, Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration |
| The RAPID Feasibility Study Decision Framework: A Guide for Study Teams and Partners |
| DCG-CEO Report: Rio de Flag, Flagstaff, AZ, Validation Report |
| DCG-CEO Report: Port of Long Beach Deep Draft Navigation Project, Los Angeles County, California, Validation Report |
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More News/What's New Postings
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Senior Water Resources Planner, Portland District (NWP) (GS-12) - Portland District (NWP) is recruiting for a senior water resources planner, an
interdisciplinary position, at the GS-12 level. The duty station is at Portland
District headquarters in downtown Portland. Portland District’s portfolio of
projects includes flood risk management, navigation improvement, ecosystem
restoration, and major maintenance and major rehabilitation of already-
constructed USACE dams and infrastructure. Projects range from small Planning
Assistance to States and Continuing Authorities Program projects to large
General Investigations efforts - many of which coordinate with the many Native
American tribes in the AOR. This position may be filled from the Community
Planning, Economist, Archeology, General Natural Resources Management and
Biological Sciences, General Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Architecture,
or General Physical Science job series. For more information, or to apply, please
see the USAJobs posting (announcement number CEDE-26-13046194-MP).
Assistant Division Chief / Deputy, New Orleans District, Regional Planning and Environment Division South (RPEDS) (GS-14) - The Regional Planning and Environment Division South is seeking an Assistant
Division Chief / Deputy (GS-14). This position supervises a team of
professionals servicing the RPEDS; USACE; New Orleans District. As a regional
office this position provides support to the Memphis and Vicksburg Districts.
The incumbent will provide leadership and oversight to ensure organizational
activities support the mission and objectives of the Civil Works program. Please
contact Jennifer M. Vititoe (Jennifer.m.vititoe@usace.amy.mil) with any
questions.
Chief, Plan Formulation Branch, New Orleans District, Regional Planning and Environment Division South (RPEDS) (GS-14) - The Regional Planning and Environment Division South is seeking a Plan
Formulation Branch Chief (GS-14). This position is located within RPEDS;
USACE; New Orleans District and provides support to the Memphis and
Vicksburg District. Responsibilities include managing the Branch's workload
and resources across a complex portfolio keeping in line with the organization's
mission, policies, and operating procedures. Please contact Jennifer M. Vititoe
(Jennifer.m.vititoe@usace.amy.mil) with any questions.
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