The Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has begun Phase I floodfight activities along the White River in Arkansas due to high river stages. The area of current flooding is along the White River near Des Arc, Arkansas.
During Phase I floodfight activities, USACE personnel deploy to the affected areas and monitor all federal flood control works including levees, flood walls and pumping stations. They will also continue to monitor rainfall amounts in the affected areas, and National Weather Service forecasts to determine if further action is warranted.
USACE will deploy additional personnel and resources as required to help ensure the safety of life and property.