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.
LWI PROJECTS
The state has invested more than $500 million in LWI projects statewide through CDBG-MIT funds. Click on the map to view the interactive projects.
Supporting Flood Risk Reduction
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Regional watershed management
Coordinating flood risk management efforts within watershed regions
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Watershed modeling and data
Developing models and creating an enhanced gauge network
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Workforce development
Funding occupational training courses to support flood resilience projects
Latest Updates
Watershed-based approach
Louisiana’s nine watershed regions coordinate efforts among parishes to reduce flood risks within major watersheds.
LATEST NEWS
Gov. Edwards Announces More than $221 Million in Conditional Awards Approved for 40 Flood Risk Reduction Projects
December 21, 2023
Council on Watershed Management Meets Dec. 21
December 19, 2023
Council on Watershed Management Meets July 25
July 21, 2023
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