Flood risk and the levee conditions can change over time. Levee
banks can erode, closures rust, animals dig tunnels, and pumps
wear out. To ensure that levees work properly during a flood,
constant watchfulness is necessary.
USACE regularly inspects levees as part of its Levee Safety
Program. These inspections help monitor the overall condition of
the levees, find problems or weaknesses, make sure necessary
maintenance work is being performed, determine if the levee
qualifies for federal assistance for repairs (Public Law (P.L)
84-99 Rehabilitation Program), and provide information to the
public who rely on these levees.The inspection information is also
used to assess the risk of flooding.