Senator Hoeven Asks for $35 Million of Federal Funds to Support Diversion
The funds will go towards flood protection of Fargo as well as diversion design and engineering plans
FARGO, N.D. — While the Metro Flood Diversion Authority awaits a decision from the Minnesota DNR on the new diversion plan, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and Senator John Hoeven stress the need for flood protection across the valley. “This is a huge project, you’re talking more than $2 billion, but really important because this is a dynamic, growing region and…