Army Corps Criticized for Inaction on Flood Prevention
Rep. Clay Higgins has expressed frustration with the Army Corps of Engineers for failing to allocate $50 million for dredging the Vermilion River, a project aimed at preventing flooding in Lafayette.
The Corps of Engineers no longer serves our republic.
Higgins secured the funding in 2021, but to date, none of the money has been spent on dredging, despite his efforts to address the issue. However, science suggests that dredging may not be an effective solution to prevent flooding.
Key points:
- $50 million allocated for dredging the Vermilion River in 2021
- No funds have been spent on dredging to date
- Science questions the effectiveness of dredging in preventing flooding
Author's summary: Higgins criticizes Army Corps for inaction on flood prevention.