Module 3 Discussion: Levee as a Mitigation Technique

Module 3 Discussion: Levee as a Mitigation Technique

In this discussion you will make a total of two posts, one initial post and one reply post. Please review the information below that details the requirements for this assignment.

It has been said that any mitigation measure that attempts to “overcome” or “overpower” nature and natural processes will ultimately lead to an increase in overall hazard risk. The classic example used to illustrate this statement is that of the failed levee.

Use this forum to provide an argument either in favor or against this theory, and use examples to support your argument.
In your reply posts, pick a post that is an opposing argument from yours and defend your position.

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Levee as a Mitigation Technique
I am of the school of thought that any mitigation measure that attempts to “overcome” or “overpower” nature and natural processes will ultimately lead to an increase in overall hazard risk. It is not impossible to overcome natural events.

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