Gov. Landry says coastal restoration project ‘no longer financially or practically viable'
Landry posted a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, Monday morning, saying, 'The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project, in its current form, is no longer financially or practically viable. Beyond the financial concerns, the MBSD threatens Louisiana's seafood industry, our coastal culture, and the livelihoods of our fishermen—people who have sustained our state for generations.
@LouisianaCPRA is now moving forward with another coastal restoration plan—one that balances our environmental goals with the needs of all citizens, businesses, and industries.'
Landry's statement comes after the cancellation of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project on Thursday, July 17.
The coastal project was started in 2023 and funded by the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement. It was intended to repair the disappearing coastline along the Gulf.
Landry names new executive director of Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority
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