Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West
We provide flood protection for the most populated areas on the west bank of the Mississippi River in Jefferson and Orleans Parishes by building, operating and maintaining flood control systems.
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History
Mississippi River Levees
From its historical beginnings, Louisiana has been susceptible to annual flooding from the Mississippi River. Always intent on finding the straightest, steepest course down to the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi has changed its course many times. However, since the late 1800s, a levee system, particularly around New Orleans has helped contain the massive body of water. This system appeared to do its job until the fateful year of 1927, when heavy spring rains soaked the Midwest and changed the way America harnessed the Mississippi River.
Under Development
Gate Status
This are will be completed by the programmer.
| TOTAL OPEN | TOTAL CLOSED |
|---|---|
| 57 – Floodgate(s) | 14 – Floodgate(s) |
Bayou Segnette Sector Gate
OPEN
West Closure Complex Sector Gate
OPEN
Harvey Canal Complex Sector Gate
OPEN
Highway 45 – Barataria Boulevard - WH03
OPEN
Bayou Segnette Boat Launch – Floodgate BS03, BS04 & BS05
OPEN
Boomtown Casino – Floodgate HC29 & HC30
OPEN
Individual Floodgate Status:
Bayou Segnette Floodgates
Peters Road Floodgates
Westwego to Harvey Floodgates
Mississippi River Floodgates
12/22/2024 at 12:12 pm
PERMITS
When Is A Levee Permit Required?
No construction within six feet of the landside toe of any levee is allowed. Applicants may request that SLFPA – West review their requests. Each request must fully comply with all plan requirements to enable adequate review of the request.
- Apply for a Algiers Levee District Permit
- Apply for a West Jefferson Levee District Permit
BIDS
- Latest Bid Requests
PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West (SLFPA-W)
SLFPA-W Public Records Request Form
- Records Request
PERMITS
When Is A Levee Permit Required?
No construction within six feet of the landside toe of any levee is allowed. Applicants may request that SLFPA – West review their requests. Each request must fully comply with all plan requirements to enable adequate review of the request.
- Apply for a Algiers Levee District Permit
- Apply for a West Jefferson Levee District Permit
BIDS
- Latest Bid Requests
PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS
Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority – West (SLFPA-W)
SLFPA-W Public Records Request Form
- Records Request