Marcus Stuckett, P.E., CFM, has been named Executive Director of the Harris County Flood Control District, bringing more than two decades of civil engineering, water resources, and flood risk reduction experience to the role.

His appointment comes at an important time for Harris County, as communities continue to look for progress on flood risk reduction projects, infrastructure investments, and long-term efforts to strengthen the region’s resilience. Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones noted that the appointment also marks a historic moment, with Stuckett becoming the first African American to serve in this role. She also emphasized the need to move with urgency as Harris County advances more flood control projects than at any time in its history.

The Harris County Flood Control District is responsible for planning, designing, building and maintaining flood risk reduction projects across Harris County. This work includes stormwater detention basins, channel conveyance improvements, maintenance activities and coordination with local, state and federal partners.

Stuckett is familiar with that mission. He previously served in several leadership roles with the Flood Control District, including Director of Engineering and Watershed Management Department Manager. His experience includes hydrology and hydraulics, engineering design, flood control project delivery, and coordination with the Harris County Engineering Department.

Before returning to the Flood Control District, Stuckett served as Associate Vice President at Pape-Dawson Engineers. His prior experience also includes work with the City of Houston, AECOM and Dodson & Associates. He is a licensed Texas Professional Engineer and Certified Floodplain Manager.

Stuckett’s background gives him direct experience with the technical and operational work that supports the Flood Control District’s mission. His return also brings institutional knowledge of the organization, its project portfolio,and the challenges involved in delivering flood mitigation projects across a large and complex county.

To learn more about Flood Control District projects, visit hcfcd.org.