Creating a more resilient Louisiana

LWI coordinates funding, data and resources among five state agencies to reduce flood risk through a watershed-based approach, which respects the natural functions of our watersheds.

Our Mission Reduce flood risk and improve floodplain management across the state, including through maximizing the natural and beneficial functions of the floodplains.

FUNDING

Following the 2016 floods, Louisiana received a $1.2 billion federal flood mitigation grant, dedicated to multiple initiatives aimed at reducing flood risk.

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PROJECTS

127 Flood Mitigation Projects Awarded Funding

Supporting Flood Risk Reduction

  • Regional watershed management

    Coordinating flood risk management efforts within watershed regions

  • Watershed modeling and data

    Developing models and creating an enhanced gauge network

  • Workforce development

    Funding occupational training courses to support flood resilience projects

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Watershed-based approach

Louisiana’s nine watershed regions coordinate efforts among parishes to reduce flood risks within major watersheds.

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