The United States Army Corps of Engineers is made up of approximately 34,600 Civilian and 650 military members. Their military and civilian engineers, scientists and other specialists work hand in hand as leaders in engineering and environmental matters. Their diverse workforce of biologists, engineers, geologists, hydrologists, natural resource managers and other professionals meets the demands of changing times and requirements as a vital part of America's Army. Their mission is to provide quality, responsive engineering services to the nation including:

• Planning, designing, building and operating water resources and other civil works projects (Navigation, Flood Control, Environmental Protection, Disaster Response, etc.)
  
• Designing and managing the construction of military facilities for the Army and Air Force. (Military Construction)
  
• Providing design and construction management support for other Defense and federal agencies. (Interagency and International Services)

The Army Corps of Engineers have a variety of Water Resource Projects in Rhode Island including:

• Flood Damage Reduction

• Waterway Navigation

• Shore and Bank Protection

US Army Corps of Engineers - National Site
US Army Corps of Engineers - RI Projects