The project would restore side channels, islands, gravel spawning beds, wetlands and forests along the river's flood plain. The goal is to bring back fish, wildlife and scenic beauty.
Environmentalists blame many of the problems on the locks, dams and levees built by the corps.
Hopefully, if we're successful, then maybe we'll be able to get more money. Congress has yet to appropriate money for the work. However, environmentalists say the project has won bipartisan support, including backing from Sens. Yesterday environmentalists praised the corps, which has often been a target of their criticism. Miller said corps projects have affected all river life, from fish to plants.