Integrated Ecosystem Restoration and Hurricane Protection:

Louisiana's Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast 

 


Louisiana's Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast is the first document to completely incorporate hurricane protection projects with projects aimed at rebuilding Louisiana's rapidly eroding coastal wetlands. It is the guide for all coastal restoration and hurricane protection efforts in Louisiana over the next several decades. To view the plan, please click the image to the left.

 

Click here to comment on the State Master Plan or to request a printed copy of the plan

The CPRA has approved the 2010 Annual Plan. The Plan has been presented to the Louisiana Legislature for approval during the 2009 Regular Legislative Session. Please click on the following link to view the 2010 Annual Plan

Fiscal Year 2010 Annual Plan

 


 



Cameron Parish Marsh Restored for Ducks and Fish
CAMERON, La. -- Nearly 600 acres of coastal marsh in Cameron Parish are being restored through the combined efforts of Ducks Unlimited, NOAA, Louisiana Office of Coastal Protection and Restoration, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act, and the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. Ducks Unlimited is constructing approximately 50,000 linear feet of marsh terraces on Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge and Miami Corporation property in Cameron Parish to restore 570 acres of coastal marsh.


CPRA Discusses West Bay Diversion and Hurricane Preparedness and Response at Wednesday Meeting
BATON ROUGE -- The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority discussed the potential fate of a lower Mississippi River diversion project as well as preparations being made by state officials for the upcoming hurricane season at its monthly meeting Wednesday.