Carondelet
The purpose of the Carondelet HSR model study was to produce a report with an analysis of river engineering measures intended to reduce or eliminate the need for repetitive dredging within the Carondelet reach.
The goals of the study were to:
- Investigate and provide analysis on the existing flow mechanics causing the repetitive dredging problems.
- Evaluate a variety of remedial measures utilizing an HSR model with the objective of identifying the most effective and economical plan to reduce or eliminate dredging within the study reach. In order to determine the best alternative, three criteria were used to evaluate each alternative.
- The alternative should reduce or eliminate dredging within the Carondelet reach.
- The alternative should maintain the navigation channel requirements of at least 9 foot of depth and 300 foot of width.
- The alternative should not negatively impact fleeting areas within the reach.
- The alternative should not negatively impact environmental areas, and impacts on shallow water habitat should be closely monitored.
- Communicate the results of the HSR model tests and the plans for improvements to other engineers, river industry personnel, and environmental agency personnel.
