Construction Activities on Phase 2 of the Meyergrove Stormwater Detention Basin Project Begin Soon!

Construction activities include contractor mobilization, initial site preparation, and other related work. Construction crews will access the site at North Braeswood Boulevard near Frankway Drive. About this Project Phase 2 of the Meyergrove Stormwater Detention Basin Project adds a second wet-bottom compartment that is designed to provide approximately 8 acre-feet of additional stormwater storage capacity…

August 19, 20260Comments

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Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin Moves Closer to Construction

The Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin is moving closer to construction, with the project planning to bring additional stormwater storage capacity to the Clear Creek watershed. During an August 11 virtual community engagement meeting, Harris County Flood Control District shared the latest project updates with residents, including the recommended design, funding sources, and an anticipated…

August 13, 20260Comments

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Construction Activities on the Poor Farm Ditch Project Begin Soon!

Soon you’ll start seeing construction crews at the Poor Farm Ditch site. This first phase, called mobilization, includes moving in equipment, preparing the site, and other setup work ahead of the actual construction. The two access points for the project site are at Bellaire Boulevard and University Boulevard. Crews will mainly enter and exit near…

August 13, 20260Comments

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JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING – Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin

A PROJECT IN THE CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED Tuesday, August 11, 2026 6:30 p.m. Register for the meeting To join by phone: Dial: 346-248-7799 Webinar ID: 826 2003 9650 To learn more, visit: hcfcd.org/Friendswood Why is this project important? Reduces flood risk by increasing stormwater storage capacity Supports future channel conveyance improvements Advances a long-term…

July 27, 20260Comments

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The Flood Control District is Now Accepting Construction Bids for Lauder Stormwater Detention Basin Phase 3A Project

The project has been officially advertised by the Harris County Purchasing Department, which is now accepting bids from qualified contractors. Before construction can begin, construction companies must submit proposals that outline their approach for the project and how much it will cost. The Flood Control District will review those proposals and select a contractor. Once…

July 27, 20260Comments

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Construction Activities on Genoa Red Bluff Stormwater Detention Basin – Phase 2 Begin Soon!

Construction activities include contractor mobilization, initial site preparation, and other related work. Construction crews will be accessing the site on both sides of Genoa Red Bluff, south of Fairmont Parkway and north of Red Bluff Road. About this Project The Genoa Red Bluff Regional Stormwater Detention Basin – Phase 2 project will construct two dry-bottom…

July 10, 20260Comments

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Construction to Begin on $33 Million Poor Farm Ditch Flood Mitigation Project

Reconstruction will modernize 70-year-old channel and reduce flood risk in the Brays Bayou watershed WHAT: The Harris County Flood Control District, Harris County Precinct 1, and local, state, and federal partners will mark the start of construction on the $33 million Poor Farm Ditch Reconstruction Project, a major flood mitigation investment in the Brays Bayou…

July 10, 20260Comments

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Construction Activities on the Dinner Creek Stormwater Detention Basin Begin Soon!

Construction activities include contractor mobilization, initial site preparation, and other related work. Construction crews will be accessing the project site from FM 529 using two designated access points located east of Greenhouse Road. About this Project The Dinner Creek Stormwater Detention Basin is designed to provide approximately 854 acre-feet of stormwater storage capacity, helping manage…

June 24, 20260Comments

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Yale Stormwater Detention Basin is Complete, Providing Flood Risk Reduction Benefits

The Yale Stormwater Detention Basin is now complete! About this Project The Yale Stormwater Detention Basin is now complete! The basin provides approximately 72 acre-feet of stormwater storage capacity, helping manage stormwater during heavy rain events and reduce flood risk in the surrounding area. That is roughly the equivalent of 72 football fields covered in…

June 18, 20260Comments

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Construction Activities on Phase 3 of the Kluge Stormwater Detention Basin Begin Soon

Construction activities include contractor mobilization, initial site preparation, and other related work. Construction crews will be accessing the site at Longwood Trace Drive. The sidewalk along Longwood Trace Drive and the tunnel under the street will remain open. About this Project The Kluge Stormwater Detention Basin Phase 3 project is expanding the overall stormwater detention…

June 6, 20260Comments