Slide1 Managing Flood Risk U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Steven L. Stockton, P.E. Director of Civil Works U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 14 July 2009 Presentation to National Flood Risk Management Policy Summit

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water2 Navigation (40%) Hydropower (7%) U.S. Army Civil Works Program Lock and Dam 15 ( Mississippi River ) Flood Wall ( Williamson, KY ) Everglades Dredge ESSAYONS ( Coos Bay, OR ) Bonneville II Powerhouse ( Washington ) Lake Seminole ( Mobile District ) Deliver enduring, comprehensive, sustainable, and integrated solutions to the Nation’s water resources and related challenges through collaboration with our stakeholders ( Regions, States, localities, Tribes, other Federal agencies ) Flood Risk Management (28%) Ecosystem Restoration (11%) Water Supply (< 1%) Regulatory Program: Wetlands and Waterways (4%) Recreation & Natural Resources Management (6%) Disaster Preparedness and Response (1%)

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water3 Water Resources Challenges Aging Infrastructure Globalization Energy Environmental Values Climate Change Declining Biodiversity Increasing Demand for Water Governance Continued Pressure on Federal Budget Demographic shifts Persistent Conflict

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water4 Safe, Resilient Communities & Infrastructure Our Civil Works Program Strategic Goals Sustaining a Competent Team Effective, Reliable, Adaptive Life-Cycle Project Performance Sustainable Water Resources, Marine Transportation Systems & Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water5 How We Achieve Our Goals Integrated Water Resource Management Systems Approach Collaboration & Partnering Risk-Informed Decision Making & Communication Innovative Financing Adaptive Management State-of-the Art Technology Building a robust Federal Toolbox

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water6 Comprehensive Systems Planning Integrated, comprehensive and systems-based approach Adaptive planning and engineering systems Focus on sustainability Anticipatory management to remain sustainable over time Highest priority on protection of public health and safety. Collaborative, adaptive planning and engineering systems throughout project life cycle Manage aging infrastructure in an environmentally sustainable manner through explicit risk management.

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water7 Collaborative Partnerships Building Strong Relationships for a Sustainable Water Resources Future Climate Change (USGS Circular 1331) Flood Risk Management Shared Vision Planning Focus collaboration efforts – NRCS, USBR, USGS, NOAA GIS Watershed Investment Decision tool

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water8 Risk & Reliability Model Chance of HAZARD RISK SYSTEM Performance Based on surge & wave levels measured at 138 locations 152 possible hurricanes Variety of intensities, sizes, speeds and paths Performance of entire 350-mile system Three conditions: 1)Pre-Katrina 2)Current 3)Future Probability of Flooding Potential Loss of Life Potential Property Damage **Based on Pre-Katrina population and property values CONSEQUENCES Index of possible life & property losses X X =

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water9 Risk-based concepts in planning, design, construction, operations, and major maintenance Review and inspect completed works Expand options beyond National Economic Development Transparency in decision making Facilitate interaction with partners and stakeholders Risk Informed Planning TX FL GA LA MS AL Katrina Betsy Camille Rita Rate of Major Hurricanes (1950 – 2005)

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water10 Professional & Technical Expertise State-of-the-art methods and technology to provide safe, efficient, and quality projects Superior workforce capability Emphasis on training and development Research linked to future needs Balance investment between basic and applied research Field involvement in setting priorities, using technology Life safety as fundamental driver

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water11 A Federal Family Toolbox Develop the Nation’s “will” to offer the States a more robust assistance through collaborative alliances and relationships Work with States for a more integrated and balanced water plan Unify visions for Administration and Congress to determine that water resources planning and infrastructure are national priorities Leverage existing toolbox of current resources across Federal agencies Enhance the Federal family toolbox with regional interstate organizations, NGOs and other Federal agencies

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water12 Take a Systems Approach: Integrated water management through a watershed approach and integrated life-cycle infrastructure management Build and Sustain Partnerships: Improve intergovernmental, inter-organizational cooperation Use Risk-Informed Decision Making and Communication: Ensure public safety through risk assessment and vigilance of our water infrastructure Pursue Innovative Financing Practice Adaptive Management Use State-of-the-Art Technology: Invest in science, technology, and information management Plan for hiring, training and retaining to maintain a competitive edge So, How Do We Invest in the Future?

How Katrina Impacted the Corps, and Implications for Those Living Near Water13 The Future of Flood Risk Management National impact is significant The great thing about the future is we can change it! National impact is significant The great thing about the future is we can change it!