KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its partners will hold a public meeting on Sept. 23, 2025, to share findings and gather public input on the Little Blue River Basin Flood Risk and Ecosystem Restoration Study.
The cities of Blue Springs, Grandview, Independence, Kansas City, Missouri, Lee’s Summit and Raytown, and Jackson County are conducting the Little Blue River Basin Study with the help of USACE and the Mid-America Regional Council. This comprehensive study aims to evaluate current basin conditions and propose potential solutions to reduce flood risk, enhance the aquatic and riparian ecosystem, and build community resilience across the Little Blue River Basin in Blue Springs, Grandview, Independence, Kansas City, Lee’s Summit and Raytown in Jackson County, Missouri.
Public Meeting Information
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
Raytown City Hall
10000 E 59th Street, Raytown, MO 64133
The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. and will feature a short presentation on preliminary findings and proposed alternatives, followed by an opportunity for questions and public comment. Officials intend to collect formal input as the study progresses toward the Final Report, anticipated in March 2027, with the Chief’s Report submitted to Congress in September 2027.
How to View the Draft Report
- Online: Digital version of the draft report can be found on the study’s website at https://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Civil-Works-Programs-And-Projects/Little-Blue-River-Watershed-Study/.
- In Person: Hardcopies of the draft report will be available at the following locations:
- Mid-Continent Public Library – Blue Ridge - 9253 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64138
- Mid-Continent Public Library - Blue Springs North Branch - 850 NW Hunter Dr, Blue Springs, MO 64015
- Mid-Continent Public Library - Colbern Road - 1000 NE Colbern Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
- Mid-Continent Public Library - East Independence - 4505 Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057
- Mid-Continent Public Library - Grandview - 12930 Booth Ln, Grandview, MO 64030
- Mid-Continent Public Library - Raytown - 6131 Raytown Rd, Raytown, MO 64133
Why Your Input Matters
Community feedback plays a central role in shaping effective basin solutions. Attendees can:
- Ask questions about flood mitigation and ecosystem restoration efforts.
- Share local knowledge and concerns that inform proposed alternatives.
- Submit formal comments to be considered in refining study recommendations.
How to Provide Feedback
About the Study
The study’s timeline includes:
- June 2023: Development of alternatives.
- September 2025: Release of preliminary findings and public comment period.
- March 10, 2027: Release of the Final Report
- September 16, 2027: Chief’s Report submission to Congress.
Through this basin investigation, USACE and its partners aim to identify balanced strategies to reduce flood risk for communities, protect and restore aquatic and riparian ecosystems and support public health and safety.
For more information about the public meetings or for media inquiries, please contact the Kansas City District Public Affairs Office at CENWK-PA@usace.army.mil or call 816-389-3486.