Flood Protection Authority

The Flood Protection Authority operates & maintains the system that protects the GNO region on the east bank of the MS River from floods, storms and hurricanes.

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Every day, our team maintains, inspects and operates the region’s flood protection system—including levees, floodwalls, gates and pump stations. As hurricane season begins, we remain ready and encourage residents to stay informed, have a plan and be prepared.

 #HurricaneSeason

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Before, during, and after a hurricane—being prepared matters. Swipe through for hurricane safety tips and resources.

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Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (#GIWW) Sector Gate on the north side of the Lake Borgne Surge Barrier closing—20-minute operation captured in a :25 second time-lapse.

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Ahead of the 2026 hurricane season, area leaders toured the region’s flood defense system with the Flood Protection Authority – East to see firsthand the infrastructure and operations helping reduce storm surge risk across East Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard.

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Summer is heating up, and Hurricane Season is approaching. Have you opted into our RAVE Alerts System yet?

Receive alerts on what matters most to you this season. 
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At today’s Jefferson Parish press conference, Regional Director Jeff Williams reported 192 miles of levees and floodwalls, 3 gated pump stations with 17 pumps, and 8 complex flood control structures are all fully operational with no deficiencies.

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Planning work near the levee system? Some projects may require a levee safety permit to help ensure work near critical flood protection infrastructure is reviewed and completed safely.

Visit https://t.co/Yx2vOjCGIx to learn more.

#lagov #infrastructure #civilengineering

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Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

In observance of Memorial Day, FPA-East administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 25. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, May 26.

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Join our team! The Orleans Levee District Police Department is hiring for Police Officer 1-3.

To learn more or apply, visit https://t.co/ZuGU3KfGv8 or scan the QR code.

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Two critical pieces of our region's flood protection system: the Bayou Bienvenue and Bayou Dupre Sector Gates.

#lagov #hurricanepreparednessweek

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Flood protection does not stop at engineering. Ride along with Orleans Levee Police District Officer Rylee Daniels as she patrols Lakeshore Dr, nearby neighborhoods, pump station checks, and flies her drone to patrol the area.

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Join our team! The Orleans Levee District Police Department is hiring a Police Sergeant.

To learn more or apply, visit https://t.co/kuqEcR7mAy or scan the QR code.

This position closes on May 22.

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Mowing season at SLFPA-E 🌱

Crews out near the 17th Street PCCP keeping vegetation under control as we head into another busy season along the system.

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We’re hiring a Human Resources Analyst to support recruitment, employee relations, workforce initiatives, and more while helping protect Southeast Louisiana communities.

This position closes May 17.

For more info or to apply, visit https://t.co/kaAKFDpDYS or scan the QR code.

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Hurricane season is a critical time for flood protection operations. At FPA-E, readiness is built year-round through continuous inspection, maintenance, and coordinated operations. While no system can eliminate all risk, preparedness and public awareness remain key to resilience.

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Join our team! The East Jefferson Levee District Police Department is hiring a Police Sergeant.

To learn more or apply, visit https://t.co/8wrY3kHj3E or scan the QR code.

This position closes on May 22.

#lagov #civilservice

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Midweek recap from Hurricane Preparedness Week at FPA-East: regional coordination meetings, preparedness exercises, operational tours, and the launch of FPA Lens — our new public transparency dashboard focused on flood protection system operations across Southeast Louisiana.

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We’re excited to launch FPA Lens: a new public dashboard providing greater visibility into the flood defense system serving East Jefferson, Orleans, and St. Bernard Parishes.

Built around transparency, accountability, and readiness.

Visit https://t.co/kh8ETtBuyx

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Today, FPA-East kicked off Hurricane Preparedness Week with regional leaders, emergency management partners, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers focused on coordination, readiness, and operational preparedness ahead of hurricane season.

#lagov #hurricanepreparednessweek #nola

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Our Director of Engineering, Ryan Foster, P.E., presented at the Tulane Engineering Forum alongside Christopher Dunn, Ph.D., P.E. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-New Orleans), former USACE Deputy District Engineer, Mark Wingate, P.E., and Mead Allison, Ph.D., of Tulane University.