Resources
Becoming informed is the first step to protecting our homes and businesses from flood damage.
Keep up to date with the latest news, and learn more about flood water management from a historical and current point of view by browsing our video library and list of additional resources.
Latest News
Teche-Vermilion Watershed Map Explained
Why did we flood and why are we in danger of flooding again? Below is a link to a Google map of the entire LA watershed area and instructions on how to view, use, and share information. Below that is a detailed overview/explanation. Huge thanks to Harold Schoeffler,...
Notice Letter and Petition to LCG from property owners
Attached is the DTV Notice Letter and Petition to LCG regarding drainage work that is causing harm to numerous individual homeowners and business owners who reside and conduct business in Lafayette Parish and/or the City of Lafayette. The 7th page of the letter is the...
DTV Board Meeting Agenda
January 23, 2020--Lafayette LA. Dredge the Vermilion (DTV) had their quarterly board meeting on 1/23/2020. Board members and advisors attending were as follows: (> Attended X Did not Attend) > Dave Dixon President > Harold Schoeffler Vice-President...
Further Resources
Hurricane Barry
How proactive management of natural retention areas lower stages in the Cortableau-Teche-Vermilion Watershed
Technical Case for dredging the Vermilion
The technical case for dredging the Vermilion river is supported by empirical data. Learn how the data supports the case that dredging works.
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Why we are flooding
Learn about the various factors that impact our flood conditions.
Our project recommendations
Learn about actionable solutions proposed to reduce catastrophic flooding within Acadiana and the surrounding areas.