The Mississippi River is the nation’s most endangered river, a national conservation group says, because of federal plans to ...

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers does not expect to open the Bonnet Carré Spillway as the Mississippi River is no longer expected to crest at a level that would require water to be diverted ...

Officials reported the water level is over 11 feet, prompting increased monitoring to ensure it does not exceed ... three ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - As the Mississippi River continues to rise, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin Phase One of their flood fight next week, which includes daily inspections. The ...

The Mississippi River's endangered status stems from uncertainty surrounding FEMA's future role in floodplain protection and infrastructure maintenance. FEMA plays a crucial role in disaster ...