The Ensley Levee was originally constructed in 1968 and later improved with landside modifications in 1990 and 2016 to enhance overall system performance. The levee is currently in outstanding condition and is well maintained by the Memphis and Shelby County Port Commission and the City of Memphis Public Works Office. The levee has a strong record of performance during major Mississippi River floods, including the 2011 and 2019 events, as well as numerous smaller floods. During the historic 2011 flood, the levee was loaded to approximately 75 percent of its height. Intensive efforts by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Port Commission, and the City of Memphis helped ensure the levee remained stable throughout the event. Following that flood, a system of relief wells was installed to reduce subsurface pressures during future high-water conditions. These improvements contributed to the levee’s strong performance during the 2019 flood. The levee has never overtopped or breached. However, if either were to occur, flooding behind the levee could reach depths of up to 15 feet. Such an event would endanger people and property behind the levee and would disrupt critical infrastructure and essential services that support surrounding communities and businesses. The Memphis District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers uses advanced flood forecasting tools to predict river stages and timing along this levee system. These capabilities provide the City of Memphis with valuable lead time to issue warnings, coordinate emergency actions, and support public safety during high-water events.