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New Research Reinforces the Need for Updated Flood Risk Information

A newly released study from Texas A&M University's Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas (IDRT) reinforces a key message behind the Harris County Flood Control District's MAAPnext initiative: flood risk in Harris County extends beyond the boundaries shown on today's effective Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood maps. While the two efforts use different methodologies—the…
August 3, 20260Comments

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Map showing highlighted project areas near Buffalo Bayou and Mason Creek, including Barker Cypress and Westheimer roads.
Projects

Barker Reservoir Watershed Gets a Major Tune-Up

Across the Barker Reservoir watershed, aging flood control infrastructure has led to erosion, sediment buildup, and damage in many channels. Left unaddressed, this damage reduces how much stormwater these channels can carry compared to their original design capacity. That’s why major maintenance work is now underway. The Flood Control District is restoring these channels to…
July 2, 20260Comments

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Map showing highlighted project segments along Bear Creek and Langham Creek near Bear Creek Pioneers Park and Cullen Park.
Projects

Keeping Addicks Reservoir Watershed Flowing: 3 Major Maintenance Projects Underway

Across the Addicks Reservoir watershed, aging flood control infrastructure has led to erosion, sediment buildup, and damage in many channels. Left unaddressed, this damage reduces how much stormwater these channels can carry compared to their original design capacity. That’s why major maintenance work is now underway. The Flood Control District is restoring these channels to…
July 1, 20260Comments

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MAAPnext “Know Your Risk” graphic featuring a Harris County flood hazard map with proposed flood zones and drainage networks, encouraging residents to view draft FEMA floodplain maps.
Community

Virtual Update on Draft FEMA Floodplain Maps

You’re invited! Join the Harris County Flood Control District for the first in a series of virtual information sessions about the recently released draft floodplain maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). If you’ve wondered what the updated draft maps show for your home or neighborhood, this session will help you understand where to…
May 19, 20260Comments

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Construction workers in safety gear pour concrete and install a large pipe on a sloped surface near a drainage area as part of Harris County flood mitigation efforts.
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Flood Control District Projects Are Reducing Flood Risk and the Data Now Shows It

Updated draft FEMA floodplain maps show that thousands of Harris County residents are now mapped out of high-risk floodplain areas because of completed flood risk reduction projects. During a recent Harris County Commissioners Court meeting, Harris County Flood Control District leadership highlighted an important milestone: Updated draft FEMA floodplain maps now reflect the real impact…
February 25, 20260Comments

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