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Houston
6:00 AM May 3, 2022 CDT
Mykawa Road project clears hurdles, expected to begin in summer 2024
The Forest Bend detention basin project had its engineering plans approved by the HCFCD on Jan. 21, according to agenda documents. (Sierra Rozen/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
9:00 AM Feb 10, 2022 CST
Friendswood makes further progress on flood mitigation projects
The John Hargrove Environmental Complex is one of multiple spaces among the cities of Friendswood and Pearland that incorporates recreational spaces into detention and retention ponds. The Delores Fenwick Nature Center includes multiple features. (Andy Yanez/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:35 AM Jan 19, 2022 CST
Pearland, Friendswood aim to mitigate flooding, incorporate recreational space
The Forest Bend Park detention basin project, estimated to cost $3.5 million, is nearing the end of its engineering phase. Once engineering is complete, construction is set to take about a year, Friendswood officials said. (Sierra Rozen/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:08 PM Sep 29, 2021 CDT
Friendswood makes progress on multiple flood mitigation projects
Corps officials said the reservoir gates close when there are more than 2 inches of rain upstream of the dam or 1 inch downstream. (Laura Aebi/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:54 AM Sep 28, 2021 CDT
Katy area still a flood risk despite repairs
The median home value in the Willliamsburg Colony neighborhood is $215,000.
Houston
3:00 PM Jun 29, 2021 CDT
May data: Price of homes sold increases in most Katy area ZIP codes year over year
Residents can visit www.hcfcd.org/C48 to learn more, ask questions or comment on the project. The comment period is open from June 25 to July 9. (Courtesy Harris County Flood Control District)
Houston
2:38 PM Jun 25, 2021 CDT
Public comment sought for flood-control project targeting South Mayde Creek in western Harris County
During Friendswood City Council’s June 7 meeting, Chad Nobles, senior account executive for Ameresco, explained the advantages of upgrading the city’s water meters. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Houston
6:00 AM Jun 11, 2021 CDT
Friendswood will consider replacing every water meter in city to ensure accuracy
The Lakes of Buckingham Kelliwood neighborhood has 183 homes priced between $394,000 and $633,000.
Houston
10:55 AM May 31, 2021 CDT
Learn about the Lakes of Buckingham Kelliwood neighborhood in Katy
Houston
6:15 AM May 7, 2021 CDT
Billion-dollar proposal: Friendswood among cities to consider funding regional drainage solutions
Houston
4:00 AM Nov 23, 2020 CST
Buffalo Bayou report draws some local criticism
KAty june 25 flooding
Houston
7:51 AM Jun 25, 2020 CDT
Update: Flood advisory, warning in effect for Katy area for June 25 storms
Green Trails was built out in 1998. (Jen Para/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
11:09 AM May 29, 2020 CDT
May 2020 featured neighborhood: Learn more about Green Trails in the Katy area
Harris County will be removing dirt and materials from 2811 Dixie Farm Road to help with sloping in the Dagg Road detention basin. (Courtesy Cheryl Johnson)
Houston
1:05 PM Apr 23, 2020 CDT
Harris County Flood Control District to move material on Dixie Farm Road site next week
Silvermill offers a variety of community amenities to its residents: •two tennis courts •pool with slides •park with a playground and swings •clubhouse •easy access to Mayde Creek North Hike and Bike Trail and Mayde Creek MUD North Park (Jen Para/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
7:45 AM Mar 15, 2020 CDT
Featured neighborhood: Learn more about Silvermill in the Katy area
The Harris County Flood Control District is working on several desilting projects on channels that lead to the Addicks Reservoir. (Community Impact Staff)
Houston
6:30 AM Mar 11, 2020 CDT
Harris County Flood Control District begins $6M desilting project near Addicks Reservoir
RESULTS FROM OTHER COMMUNITIES
The Community Flood Resilience Task Force was established by the Commissioners Court in 2020 and consists of 17 members. According to the task force’s website, the group advises Harris County on flood resilience planning and projects that take into consideration the needs of the community. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:09 AM
Community Flood Resilience Task Force presents first annual report to Harris County commissioners
Harris County commissioners discussed a potential $1 billion bond to fund roads, parks, and public safety during their June 28 meeting. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
4:08 PM
Harris County commissioners discuss possible $1B bond for November election
At $1.18 million, Missouri City City Council has approved a contract for a new regional detention basin for new development on the north side of the city. (Hunter Marrow/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:27 AM
Missouri City City Council authorizes $1.18 million construction contract for Willow Waterhole regional detention
Located near the intersection of Atascocita Road and Timber Forest Drive, Eagle Springs comprises 4,005 single-family homes and is zoned to Humble ISD. (Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
9:13 AM
Check out June's featured neighborhood in the Lake Houston area: Eagle Springs, 77346
Located near the intersection of Louetta and Old Louetta roads, Estates at Windrush comprises 86 single-family homes and is zoned to Klein ISD. (Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
9:02 AM
Check out June's featured neighborhood in Spring, Klein: Estates at Windrush, 77379
The additional funding will go toward projects that will help drainage issues with the goal of reducing floods during Houston's next major weather event. (Courtesy Harris County Flood Control District)
Houston
2:25 PM
Houston approves additional funds to fix repeated drainage issues across city
David Ramos, executive director of the Harris County Office of Management and Budget, explains the exemption increase in Commissioners Court on June 14. (Screenshot courtesy of Harris County Commissioners Court)
Houston
2:09 PM
Harris County commissioners approve higher property tax exemption for seniors, residents with disabilities
The Harris County Flood Control District announced Phase 2 findings of its stormwater conveyance tunnel feasibility study on June 16. (Staff photo/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:44 PM
Harris County Flood Control District estimates underground flood tunnels could cost $30 billion
By November 2023, the Cypress Creek Flooding Task Force hopes to have a new drainage district on the ballot for voters in the Cypress Creek area in Spring. (Emily Lincke/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
3:10 PM
Community task force sets sights on new drainage district to address Cypress Creek flooding
Hurricane season began June 1. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
4:57 PM
Harris County Flood Control District offers tips to prepare for start of hurricane season