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Advancing Erosion Repairs Along Seals Gully

The Harris County Flood Control District is making progress on a series of repairs along Seals Gully near Cypress Forest Park in the Cypress Creek watershed. The work, located in in Harris County Precinct 3, is intended to address active erosion and improve the long-term stability of the channel. Recent maintenance included stabilizing channel slopes…
July 27, 20260Comments

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Community

What is the Community Flood Resilience Task Force?

Bringing More Voices into Flood Resilience For nearly 50 years, Harris County relied on the Flood Control Task Force to provide guidance on policies and programs aimed at protecting homes, businesses, and the local economy from flooding. Established in 1972, the group reflected the priorities of its time, focusing primarily on flood protection infrastructure and…
July 22, 20260Comments

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Map of Harris County showing the locations of Barrett Station, Bayland, and Tom Bass community centers.
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Join Us July 20 to Help Shape What Comes Next

Explore proposed strategies and help set flood resilience priorities for Harris County Flood resilience planning depends on the voices and experiences of Harris County residents. This open house is an opportunity to learn more about proposed strategies, provide feedback, and help identify what matters most to communities facing flood risks. You will have the…
July 17, 20260Comments

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Community

Working Together to Strengthen Harris County Infrastructure

Reducing flood risk requires coordination across the many systems Harris County residents rely on, including drainage, roads, and tollways. Harris County Flood Control District Executive Director Marcus Stuckett has emphasized his commitment to working closely with the Harris County Engineering Department and Harris County Toll Road Authority to improve communication and support efficient project delivery.…
July 14, 20260Comments

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Updates to Harris County’s Flood Resilience Plan to be Shared at Public Open Houses

Open Houses begin July 14 as countywide plan moves into advanced development Hosted by the Harris County Infrastructure Resilience Team (IRT), of which the Harris County Flood Control District is the lead agency, the first of four Flood Resilience Plan (FRP) Open Houses will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the Mangum-Howell Community Center,…
July 14, 20260Comments

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Map of Harris County showing Mangum-Howell, Barrett Station, Bayland, and Tom Bass community center locations.
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Help Shape Harris County’s Flood Resilience Future

Harris County’s Flood Resilience Plan is moving forward, and community feedback remains a key part of the process. Join us at our first upcoming open house and help shape future resilience actions for neighborhoods across the county! You will have the chance to: Explore proposed flood resilience strategies Help set community priorities Meeting Dates, Times…
July 9, 20260Comments

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Barker Reservoir Channels Set to Receive Major Maintenance

Four channels inside Barker Reservoir are receiving important maintenance as part of Harris County Flood Control District’s continued investment in maintaining and strengthening the region’s flood resiliency. Over time, sediment buildup and erosion have affected the condition and performance of these channels. This maintenance project will restore the channels to their original design and help…
July 8, 20260Comments

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The Bayou Bulletin, powered by the Harris County Flood Control District, shares stories of flood resilience in Harris County—highlighting people, projects, and progress. The Harris County Flood Control District, created in 1937, is governed by Harris County Commissioners Court.

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