Funded by a $1.15 million National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) grant and partner contributions, this project is restoring marsh, stabilizing shorelines, and enhancing wildlife habitat in the Fourchon area. Phase I construction began in 2023, with Phase II planned for 2026, ensuring long-term coastal protection and habitat restoration.
Completed near the Fourchon Public Boat Launch, this NOAA Community-based Restoration Project stabilized canal banks, created 45 acres of marsh, planted native vegetation, and restored natural hydrology to safeguard Port Fourchon. With $800,000 in funding, the project earned national recognition for its success in coastal restoration
Completed in 2023, this project restored 928 acres of marsh to support the stability of nearby beaches and dunes. Despite delays caused by Hurricanes Zeta and Ida, the project was successfully completed at a total cost of $50.9 million, enhancing Louisiana’s coastal resilience.
