Controversial Pearl River flood project among plans discussed during Corps meeting in Slidell
Pearl River Project discussed
Appeals Court favors the Spillway
Federal appeals court blocks challenge to Corps’ operation of Bonnet Carre Spillway
Corps of Engineers appeals opening restrictions
Coastal Mississippi governments, business interests sued corps in 2019
Urgency in Baton Rouge
Despite delays, Corps, DOTD feel ‘sense of urgency’ on Baton Rouge’s biggest flood project
35 year pumps last 5 – something is wrong
Pumps in key New Orleans flood protection system corroded in 5 years. They were meant to last 35.
35 year pumps last 5
Plans in place to finish repairs ahead of hurricane season
Mississippi rising and curtailing work
Rising river expected to trigger levee checks, work bans
Pay for MRGO – yes but when
Congress pledged to pay for MRGO damage. But the money remains years away
Corps to meet on Bonnet Carry Spillway
Corps ordered to confer on effects of Bonnet Carre Spillway openings
MRGO damage may be fixed
Louisiana in line for ‘hurricane highway’ restoration win