Army Corps of Engineers conducts spillway test

Army Corps of Engineers conducts spillway test

The Army Corps of Engineers began testing the spillway Monday in the event of a partial opening later this week.

Crews conduct test opening of the Bonnet Carré Spillway amid rising river levels

NORCO, La. (WGNO) — As the Mississippi River continues to rise, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducted a test opening of the Bonnet Carré Spillway. The test was designed to familiarize crews with the near-century-old technology and to make sure everything- and everyone- is ready, should activation be needed in the weeks ahead. "We have not had high water like this in several years on the river. So, it's just a chance to get out and get the c…

With Mississippi River rising, Bonnet Carré Spillway is tested in case LA needs flood protection

The Army Corps has not yet announced whether they will open the spillway, and says they are monitoring the forecast before making a recommendation. National Weather Service projections show the river will crest in New Orleans at 16.5 feet April 30 and then drop in the following days.

Army Corps tests Bonnet Carré Spillway as Mississippi River levels rise

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is testing the Bonnet Carré Spillway in Norco as the Mississippi River nears flood thresholds. No full opening has been recommended.

Bonnet Carre' Spillway tested Monday morning as the Mississippi River continues to rise

The Mississippi River continues to swell after a heavy rain event from up north a few weeks ago. Officials are now taking steps to limit impacts, especially near New Orleans.

Bonnet Carre Spillway potentially opening - WXXV News 25

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Supervisor Marlin Ladner is in the WXXV studio to talk about a letter he sent to the Corps of Engineers on behalf of the Coast. The letter regards the possibility of opening the Bonnet Carre Spillway, which is an environmental disaster for the Mississippi Coast. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Bonnet Carre Spillway