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Pump Stations
Operating an improved system
Pumping plays a critical role in preventing flooding from any significant rainfall event. The Corps ensures that pumps are outfitted to remain operable during and after future storm events.

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Harvey Canal pumps operating

RECON - The Big Muddy
Maintaining the shipping channel.
This video by The Pentagon Channel will show the US Army Corps of Engineers role in maintaining the shipping channel in the Mississippi River.

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Dredge Wheeler

Hurricane Protection Office
Inner Harbor Navigation Canal
The Inner Harbor Navigation Canal Lake Borgne Surge Barrier Project is a significant piece of the Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction System because it will block the Gulf of Mexico storm surge from entering the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway through Lake Borge.

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Lake Borgne Surge Barrier Under Construction

Outfall Canals
Public safety is our number one priority
During hurricanes and tropical storms, three outfall canals drain water from portions of New Orleans northward into Lake Pontchartrain. These improved outfall canals are critical elements in New Orleans’ flood control system.

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Aerial photograph of 17th Street Outfall Canal

Public Information

	Hurricane & Storm Damage Risk Reduction How the Corps is reducing risk >>
Public Meetings 9/14/10 - Belle Chasse, LA >> 9/16/10 - New Orleans, LA >>
Stakeholder Update Lake Pontchartrain and Vicinity Teammate Update
Nola Environmental Find meeting presentations & more>>

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Featured Videos

	Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction System (HSDRRS) Flyover The System is comprised of numerous features including levees, floodwalls, floodgates, surge barriers and pump stations. This computer-generated video provides an aerial "flyover" view of the entire System and improvement efforts. Watch >>



	Animation of the IHNC Surge Barrier, the proposed Seabrook Floodgate Complex and IHNC interior floodwall and levee improvements. Watch >>



	West Closure Complex Alternatives This video outlines the four construction alternatives that were under consideration to reduce risk to the Westbank. To view a video explaining the selected alternative, see the video: GIWW West Closure Complex Watch >>



	GIWW West Closure Complex The selected construction alternative to reduce risk to the Westbank. To review all considered alternatives, see the video: West Closure Complex Alternatives. Watch >>



	Eastern Tie-In Connects the Westbank & Vicinity portion of the hurricane system into river levees in Plaquemines Parish. Watch >>



	Western Tie-In Connects the Westbank and Vicinity portion of the hurricane system into river levees. Watch >>



	MRGO Ecosystem Restoration Video The US Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, together with our partners, is developing a comprehensive ecosystem restoration plan for the Lake Borgne ecosystem and other areas affected by the MRGO navigation channel. Watch >>



	IHNC Lock Replacement An overview of the proposed replacement project of the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal Lock Watch >>



	Overview of the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal Surge Barrier project Reduces risk to New Orleans East, Metro New Orleans, the 9th Ward & St. Bernard from storm surge. Watch >>



	Lake Pontchratrain Causeway Construction of an overpass bridge and a concrete T-wall at the south shore of the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway will be phased. View the animation to learn more. (No audio). Watch >>



	Jefferson Parish Lakefront Levee (No Audio) View this animation to learn how existing Jefferson Parish Lakefront Levees will be reinforced. Watch >>



	West Return Floodwall (No Audio) A new robust concrete T-wall will be constructed in Jefferson Parish 35 feet west of the existing West Return Floodwall. The animation shows the process of building a new floodwall and demolition of the existing floodwall. Watch >>



	How a Lock Works USACE is responsible for these essential structures throughout America's navigable waterways. Watch >>



	The Bonnet Carre Spillway Story The Bonnet Carre Spillway is located 30 miles upstream from New Orleans in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. The spillway protects New Orleans and other downstream communities during major floods on the Mississippi River. Watch >>

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