Walter O. Baumy, Jr.
Mr.
Baumy became Chief of Engineering Division for the New Orleans District, Corps
of Engineers in January 2003. He is responsible for engineering and design for
projects associated with flood control, hurricane protection, navigation,
environmental enhancement and coastal restoration within the district
boundaries. Mr. Baumy began his career with the New Orleans district as a
student worker in 1974 and became a full time employee in 1977. He worked as a
structural engineer until 1994 highlighted by his participation in design of the
Old River Auxiliary Structure and the Dredge Kennedy Exhibit in the 1984 World’s
Fair. Mr. Baumy also worked as a team member that authored several design
manuals including “Design and Installation of Pile Foundations,” “Design of
Sheetpile Walls,” “Design of Hydraulic Concrete Structures and the Corps guide
specifications for Design and installation of Concrete Piles.” He also served in
the positions Chief of General and Environmental Design Section, and Chief of
Civil Branch.
Mr. Baumy graduated from the University of New Orleans with a bachelor’s degree in engineering in 1976, earned a master’s degree in civil engineering from Tulane University in 1981 and became a registered civil engineer in 1982
Mr. Baumy is a native of St. Bernard Parish, and currently resides in St. Tammany Parish. He and his wife Ami have been married for 26 years and are the parents of 5 children.
Infrastructure Requirements of the Mississippi River
The Corps of Engineers is responsible for regulating the flow between the Mississippi and Atchafalaya Rivers, maintaining the channel to pass navigation and design of flood protection features to contain the river during periods of high flow. Flow is regulated through a series of structures known as the Old River Complex. In addition there are several structures capable of diverting water to reduce flow during peak events, navigation and freshwater diversion. The presentation will describe engineering aspects of flow control, flood protection, channel improvement, bank stabilization, freshwater diversion, navigation and permit requirements associated with the Mississippi River and its adjacent features. Potential use of the Mississippi River as a source of freshwater and sediment for coastal restoration will also be addressed.