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Through a new Mississippi River channel, Mother Nature shows the land-building power of sediment diversions
As the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion flounders amid politics, some scientists say that doubts about its effectiveness can ...
Coast Guard secures leaking well near Mississippi Delta after week-long spill. Cleanup underway
The well, owned by Spectrum OpCo LLC, is located in shallow water off the coast of Plaquemines Parish about 20 miles south of ...
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A Dive Into the Mississippi River Delta: A Crucial Habitat for Migratory Birds and Marine Life
The Mississippi River Delta isn’t just another patch of American coastline—it’s a living, breathing wonderland, teeming with life and drama. Here, millions of birds pause on epic journeys ...
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Mud fight: Two sides in sediment diversion debate spar over whether modern river can build land
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin ... sediment load before darting off on another course. New delta lobes formed over time, often on top of old, sinking deltas.