The Mississippi State Port Authority (MSPA) at Gulfport's restoration program includes producing a context sensitive plan, both socially and environmentally. 

Key components of the Port's environmental plan for restoration include: finding a beneficial use for dredged materials; developing a water circulation path that will provide for better water quality and fish passage; effectively utilizing technology to reduce noise and pollution; and providing an aesthetically pleasing view shed.

The MSPA has filed an environmental permit application with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).  To view the Public Notice on the USACE website, click here or go to www.sam.usace.army.mil/rd/reg/public.asp and click on Application Number (SAM-2009-1768-DMY).  The USACE public notice is also available for viewing in the Public Notices section to the right. 

Notice for Early Public Review of a Proposal to Support Activity in the 100-Year Floodplain and Wetland - New Chiquita and Crowley Terminals Project

The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) will be submitting an application to HUD for the construction of new Chiquita and Crowley Terminals at the Port of Gulfport. The project will involve the necessary work to prepare the site for filling, placing fill material on the site for construction of a container storage yard at elevation +25'±, grading and paving, drainage structures, utilities and infrastructure and various support facilities. The proposed project is located entirely on Port property. The project description is available for review here. The public notice may be viewed in the Public Notices section to the right.