Bayou Manchac / Ward Creek flood-reduction project
Baton Rouge
Summary
The council approved a $1.75 million design contract, 100% federally funded, for the Bayou Manchac Restoration and Ward Creek Realignment project — the first step in a regional flood-reduction effort with Ascension, Iberville, Livingston and St. George. Officials say more than 75% of the parish drains into Bayou Manchac, which barely flows.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1.75 million in design costs, fully covered by federal watershed funds.
Residents across EBR and partner parishes who face flooding, especially those on Ward Creek and Bayou Manchac.
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