Scott Leimer (center), Port Arthur Project lead engineer, explains necessary improvements to the levee that protects critical city infrastructure and historical sites. Members of the PAV03C Project Delivery Team met Monday with prime contractors who will work alongside USACE and local stakeholders to strengthen storm surge protection for Port Arthur residents and critical industrial infrastructure.
Port Arthur is more than one of America's largest refining centers. Its numerous industrial complexes produce jet fuel, advanced automotive and industrial lubricants. Port Arthur refineries also produce petrochemical building blocks used in aircraft, heavy machinery, tires, medical equipment and electronics..
Protecting Port Arthur from coastal storm surge helps protect critical links in America's energy, transportation and manufacturing supply chains. Learn more at the Port Arthur Project website: https://www.swg.usace.army.mil/S2G/PortArthur/
| Date Taken: | 08.24.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 08.27.2026 15:37 |
| Photo ID: | 9893461 |
| VIRIN: | 260824-O-QH057-8902 |
| Resolution: | 6564x4922 |
| Size: | 9.09 MB |
| Location: | PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, US |
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