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Continuing Authorities Program
Flood Risk Management

This program allows the Corps of Engineers to plan, design, and construct smaller projects without specific authorization from Congress. The potential sponsor must request the Corps of Engineers to investigate potential flood risk management issues that might fit the program. Once the Corps of Engineers determines that the project fits the program, the District will request funds to initiate a reconnaissance effort to determine potential Federal interest in proceeding to a feasibility study. There are three authorities available for this program:

  • Section 14 - Emergency Streambank and Shoreline Protection. Authorized by Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946, as amended.
  • Section 205 - Small Flood Risk Management Projects. Authorized by Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948, as amended.
  • Section 208 - Clearing and Snagging of Waterways. Authorized by Section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1954, as amended.

Section 208 - Clearing and Snagging of Waterways. Authorized by Section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1954, as amended.