New Orleans Flood Control System

The New Orleans Flood Control System is a network of levees, pumps, canals, and pumps designed to prevent flooding in the city, which lies below sea level and is vulnerable to heavy rain and storm surges. The levees act like barriers holding back water, while pumps remove excess water from the city and keep it dry. The system is monitored and maintained regularly to respond to storms and rising water levels, helping protect communities and infrastructure from flooding risks associated with the region’s unique geographic and climate challenges.