Dr. Norma J. Mattei, Mississippi River Commission member, speaks with partners and the public before the annual low-water inspection public hearing in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Aug. 22, 2018. The commission, who leads sustainable management and development of water related resources for the nation’s benefit and well-being, heard matters affecting flood control, the Mississippi River and Tributaries project, environmental issues, recreation, navigation and more. (USACE photo by Jared Eastman)