The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District joined partners to break ground on a new state-of-the-art Logistics Readiness Complex at Grissom Air Reserve Base in Indiana, May 8, 2025.
The 33,000-square-foot, one-story facility will consolidate the squadron’s supply, vehicle management, traffic management, and mobilization planning operations — which are currently spread across six buildings — into a single, modernized hub. The project will include a drive-through corridor, HVAC-controlled mobility bag storage, offices, meeting rooms, parking areas, access roads and secure connections to the flight line. Additional features include paved work areas, security fencing, gates and the relocation of communication lines.
“The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District is very excited to be able to deliver a crucial facility for the Logistics Readiness Squadron at Grissom Air Reserve Base,” said Jim Walters, project manager with the USACE Louisville District Air Force Reserve Support Section. “By working together with our partners, we’re building more than a facility — we’re building readiness, ensuring our airmen have the resources they need to succeed.”
Initial phases of construction began in mid-March, with the Louisville District managing the project in partnership with design and engineering firm, Woolpert RS&H JV, and the construction contractor, Commercial Contracting Corporation.
The new complex is expected to enhance operational efficiency and mission readiness for the 434th Logistics Readiness Squadron, which plays a vital role in supporting Air Force logistics and mobility operations.
The Louisville District is the National Program Manager providing project management and planning support for the construction of Army and Air Force Reserve centers nationwide directly contributing to the readiness and resilience of our warfighters by delivering high-quality, mission-critical facilities. Currently, the Louisville District’s Air Force Reserve program has 90 active projects in various stages of study, design or construction.