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Executive Director Marcus Stuckett Highlights Partnership and Long-Term Resilience at CFRTF Meeting

Harris County Flood Control District Executive Director Marcus Stuckett joined members of the Community Flood Resilience Task Force (CFRTF) during its August 25 General Meeting to emphasize the importance of collaboration, community voices, and long-term planning as Harris County continues working toward greater flood resilience. The CFRTF brings together residents and subject-matter experts to provide…
August 26, 20260Comments

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Projects

From West Houston to the East End, Major Maintenance Is Moving Forward Across Brays Bayou

The Brays Bayou watershed stretches across some of Harris County’s most established and heavily traveled communities. Keeping its network of bayous and tributaries functioning requires continuous maintenance, from removing thousands of cubic yards of sediment to repairing erosion, replacing aging infrastructure, and rehabilitating channels. Across the watershed, the Harris County Flood Control District is carrying…
August 12, 20260Comments

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Map showing stormwater detention basin and channel improvement project phases along Clear Creek near Pearland.
Projects

Clear Creek Federal Flood Risk Management Project Upcoming Procurement Opportunities

The Harris County Flood Control District would like to share an important update regarding the Clear Creek Federal Flood Risk Management Project. Following approval of the Post-Authorization Change Report, the Harris County Flood Control District is preparing to initiate the federal procurement process for final design and related professional services supporting the Clear Creek Federal…
August 11, 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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Dr. Tina Petersen speaks at a podium outdoors. Seated behind her are officials in uniforms and attendees. The mood is formal and attentive.
Projects

Dr. Tina Petersen Announces Resignation from Harris County Flood Control District

Dr. Tina Petersen has announced her resignation as Executive Director of the Harris County Flood Control District, concluding four years of leadership focused on advancing flood resilience, strengthening organizational accountability, and delivering critical infrastructure projects across Harris County. In a message to Flood Control District employees, Dr. Petersen said her decision was guided by a…
June 11, 20260Comments

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Community

Harris County Agencies Advance Plan to Protect Federal Funding and Deliver Critical Flood Risk Reduction Projects 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Proposed path forward meets CDBG-DR timelines, preserves full project scopes, and creates an opportunity for approximately $125 million in additional CDBG-MIT projects. The Harris County Flood Control District, in coordination with the Harris County Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), is advancing a coordinated plan and path forward to protect federal…
June 8, 20260Comments

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