Emily Woodell Discusses Federal Flood Mitigation Funding Moving Into Construction

During a recent interview, Emily Woodell, Chief External Affairs Officer at the Harris County Flood Control District, discussed how federally funded flood mitigation projects across Harris County are beginning to move into construction. “One of the big programs that we have going on right now is the CDBG program,” Woodell said. “That’s Community Development Block…

May 11, 20260Comments

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Flood Control Projects Continue Moving Forward Ahead of Hurricane Season

As hurricane season approaches, the Harris County Flood Control District is continuing work on major flood risk reduction projects across the region. During an interview this morning with FOX 26, Dr. Tina Petersen, Executive Director of the Flood Control District, discussed the progress being made on federally funded flood mitigation projects, the challenges involved in…

May 8, 20260Comments

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Flood Projects Are Moving Into Construction After Years of Federal Review and Funding Delays

Federally funded flood mitigation projects in Harris County are under review as upcoming funding deadlines approach. When major public investments and federal disaster recovery dollars are involved, residents deserve clear information about the projects meant to reduce flood risk in their communities. The most important point: these projects are moving forward. The Harris County Flood…

May 7, 20260Comments

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CFRTF Retreat Focuses on Shared Responsibility and Community Resilience

As Harris County continues to face growing flood risks, the Community Flood Resilience Task Force (CFRTF) convened for a working retreat focused on shaping the future of flood resilience across the region. A key partner of the Harris County Flood Control District, the CFRTF explored big-picture strategies to better protect residents, strengthen communication, and guide…

April 28, 20260Comments

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Advancing Flood Risk Reduction in the San Jacinto River Watershed

Flood risk reduction efforts continue across the San Jacinto River watershed as the Harris County Flood Control District advances several key projects designed to improve drainage and reduce flood risk for surrounding communities. A recent update to the San Jacinto River Authority highlighted ongoing construction, upcoming work, and long term planning in the area. The…

April 10, 20260Comments

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Leaders Discuss Flood Risk Reduction at Infrastructure Summit 2026

The Harris County Flood Control District recently joined regional leaders, industry professionals and community partners at Infrastructure Summit 2026, hosted by Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia on March 18, 2026. The event brought together stakeholders from across the Houston area to discuss collaborative approaches to infrastructure investment, resilience, and long term growth. The…

March 24, 20260Comments

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Brays Bayou Today: Building a Resilient Future

From past floods to future strength, our two-part series explores how Brays Bayou’s story is one of change, resilience, and community progress. (Read Part 1: Brays Bayou Through the Years: A History of Changes) In the mid-1980s, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducted watershed studies examining Brays Bayou and surrounding watersheds. Their findings concluded…

November 19, 20250Comments

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Brays Bayou Through the Years: A History of Change

From past floods to present progress, this two part series on Brays Bayou’s history highlights more than a century of change, resilience, and ongoing work to reduce flood risk for surrounding communities. Brays Bayou begins near Mission Bend in northern Fort Bend County and flows east about 31 miles through southwest Harris County before joining…

November 13, 20250Comments

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Stronger Together: Partnerships Power Flood Resilience Across Harris County

Flood resilience in Harris County depends on strong partnerships. The Harris County Flood Control District works alongside state, federal, and local agencies to deliver projects that decrease flooding impacts and improve quality of life for residents across the region. With more than 2,500 miles of bayous and channels across 23 major watersheds, advancing flood resilience…

October 14, 20250Comments