NON-STRUCTURAL FLOOD RISK REDUCTION

The Southwest Coastal Louisiana Home Elevation Project, a collaborative effort between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and CPRA, is a significant step toward enhancing the resilience of coastal communities in Cameron, Calcasieu, and Vermilion parishes. This ambitious project aims to elevate homes and implement flood-proofing measures to mitigate the risks posed by storm surges and flooding.

The project achieved a significant milestone in October 2024 with the groundbreaking of the first home elevation. This initial phase involves elevating 18 homes, setting the stage for a larger-scale effort to protect hundreds more.

The Southwest Coastal Louisiana program has secured substantial funding to elevate nearly 1,000 structures across the region. This long-term investment will have a lasting impact on the safety and prosperity of coastal communities.

ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION AND SHORELINE PROTECTION

In addition to home elevations, CPRA is also implementing shoreline protection measures to safeguard the region's coastal ecosystems. These measures, funded through the National Ecosystem Restoration (NER) Plan, will help preserve critical habitats and mitigate coastal erosion.

By combining home elevations and shoreline protection, the Southwest Coastal Louisiana program is providing a comprehensive solution to address the challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events.