Army Corps of Engineers - Memphis District - Flood Control, Water Navigation, Riverbasin Engineering

AKA:

US Dept of Defense - US Army - Army Corps of Engineers - Memphis District

Description:

Oversees natural river basin boundaries involving portions of six states: southern tip of Illinois, east AR, west TN, west KY, northwest MS, and southeast MO. Provides emergency operations during periods of flooding and assistance to FEMA during federally-declared disasters, hazard data within Memphis district, and flood maintenance through construction of levees and pumping stations. Maintains navigable channel year-round on Mississippi and White rivers and 10 inland harbors within Memphis district. Provides tours of Ensley Engineer Yard, 2915 River port Road, Memphis 38109; historical data on rivers in Memphis district, permits for construction (e.g., docks) or other activities within navigable rivers and for deposition of dredged or fill material into US waters, and speakers on Army Corps of Engineers issues such as flood plain management/navigation. Staff can provide briefings on the Memphis District mission in Spanish as well as English.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Central Standard Time

Intake Process:

Call or see website for information

Program Fees:

No Fee

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

April 3, 2023

Legal Status:

Federal