"George Patterson" wrote in message
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Tom S. wrote:

"By 1998, Louisiana’s state government had a $2 billion construction
budget, but less than one-tenth of one percent, or $1.98 million, was
dedicated to New Orleans levee improvements. By contrast, $22 million was
spent that year to renovate a home for the Louisiana Supreme Court.

Again. The levees are owned by the Federal government, not the State.


But they (ACoE) do not have sole jurisdiction over them; the state has
control/responsibility for certain areas.aspects.

The Army Core of Engineers built Cherry Creek Dam in SE Denver, but the
state of Colorado has responsibility for much of it.