The Mission of the Upper Mississippi,
Illinois and Missouri Rivers Association is to:
• Improve and maintain the flood control systems in the Upper Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri River Valleys.

• Promote efficient navigation systems and policies for the navigable rivers of the region.

• Encourage long-range planning to enhance the quality of life and ensure a healthy economic future for the river valleys.

• Educate and inform the public and decision-makers about flood control, navigation and environmental issues.

• Develop balanced relationships between flood protection, navigation, environmental, economic and recreational interests.

• Support the rights of private property owners living and working in the river valleys.