NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
National Coastal Resilience Fund
Project Title: Preliminary Design for Marsh and Mangrove Restoration in Bayou Thunder and Bay Ronfluer (LA)
Organization:
Grand Isle Independent Levee District
Project ID:
0318.24.080540
Description:

Develop a marsh and mangrove restoration project for Bayou Thunder and Bay Ronfleur that balances habitat restoration, community resilience, public access, and cost effectiveness. Project will utilize previously designed and permitted breakwaters and hydraulic dredging to explore restoration of over 200 acres of tidal marshes between Bayou Thunder and the bay, creating long lasting benefits to the habitat and community.

Award Amount:
$607327.00
Location:
Bayou Thunder and Bay Ronfleur, North of Grand Isle, Jefferson Parish Louisiana. Approximate center coordinate: 29°11'56.43"N 90° 4'27.90"W