Mississippi River flood operations end after 292 days

The Corps of Engineers made it official last week: after 292 days, water levels along the Mississippi River have dropped below 11′ at the Carrollton Gage in New Orleans, prompting the agency to end its flood fight efforts.

Included in the flood fight is the restriction of certain construction activities within 1,500′ of the Mississippi River levees. Now that the river is below 11′ at the Carrollton Gage these restriction are lifted. Permit holders and residents are advised to contact their local...

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Corps opens Bonnet Carré Spillway for second time this year

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began opening the Bonnet Carré Spillway Friday due to high water in the Mississippi River. Corps of Engineers photo

Based on changes to the current and forecasted conditions the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began opening the Bonnet Carré Spillway Friday due to high water in the Mississippi River that threatens New Orleans and the surrounding region. High water is also a danger to marine traffic in the river.

Plans were to reopen the spillway May 14, but regional rainfall caused the Mississippi River to rise six inches in a 24-hour period with more rain expected through the weekend. These rains could elevate...

https://www.workboat.com/news/coastal-inland-waterways/corps-opens-bonnet-carre-spillway-for-second-time-this-year/