status update for cpra january 26, 2011. study combines cong. boustany recon with lca chenier plain...
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STATUS UPDATE FOR CPRA
January 26, 2011
Study combines Cong. Boustany Recon with LCA Chenier Plain Effort
Cost Share Agreement signed in Jan. 2009
Scoping meetings held in Mar. 2009 Feasibility Scoping Meeting – June
2010
Study GOAL = a Comprehensive Restoration and Protection Plan for Southwest Coastal LA
We continue to refine the vision of the State Master Plan for Southwest Louisiana
Measure screening and evaluation is underway
Ecosystem benefits and Engineering cost for measures are being developed
H&H Modeling is underway
The Project Delivery Team meets weekly
Measure types under consideration include: Shoreline stabilization Unique natural features restoration Marsh creation/restoration Hurricane risk reduction Hydrologic and salinity control
The study team will combine the best performing and cost effective restoration and risk reduction measures into alternatives
Feasibility report guidance is more risk adverse than at study initiation Review plan changes Sea level rise requirements
Project Management Plan may be revised once H&H modeling is complete
President’s Budget for FY 2011 does not include funds for Southwest Coastal
SCHEDULE
Tentatively Selected Plan – Oct 2011
Alternative Formulation Briefing – June 2012
Draft Feasibility Report – Sept 2012
The Report will be actionable: a quality authorization document
