This ECB provides updated guidance on management controls for projects or programs designated by Major Subordinate Commands (MSC) and regularly reported to HQUSACE as “Mega Projects” or “Mega Programs” and replaces ECB 2016-16 previously issued on 26 May 2016.

This Engineering and Construction Bulletin (ECB) amends and clarifies the intended use of EM 1110-2-2107, and summarizes key policies, roles, guidance, and procedures with respect to welding quality associated with ER 1110-2-8157, EM 1110-2-2107, and EM 1110-2-6054. The purpose of this ECB is to ensure qualified personnel within Operations and Engineering are properly designing, executing, and inspecting welding fabrication, rehabilitation, and repairs to hydraulic steel structures (HSS) in a coordinated, collaborative, and consistent manner.