PLAQUEMINE - The Iberville Parish Government launched a major waterway channel cleaning project in East Iberville on Friday to increase drainage efficiency and lower flood risks.

The "Bayou Paul Restoration Project" will restore a natural channel in the Spanish Lake Basin that has been abandoned for decades, improving drainage relief and creating wetland habitats

Work on the project began in mid-November and is planned to continue into 2026, with crews currently focused on removing debris, restoring channel capacity and improving overall water flow to key drainage corridors.

Iberville Parish Government is also developing a maintenance plan to ensure the improvements to the channel are preserved for years to come.

"This project is about protecting homes, businesses, and peace of mind fo

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