Coastal Protection and
Restoration Authority

CPRA Agency

Acts as the implementation and enforcement arm of the Board;
Responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the master plan and annual plan;
Implements the integration of hurricane protection, storm damage reduction, flood control, infrastructure, and coastal protection and restoration efforts in accordance with the master plan and annual plans;
Administers the programs of the Board;
Implements projects relative to the protection, conservation, enhancement and restoration of the coastal area of the state;
Oversees the administration of all matters related to the study, planning, engineering, design, construction, extension, improvement, repair and regulation of integrated coastal protection;
Inspects hurricane protection and flood control levees and structures within the coastal area.