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Map highlighting the project area along FM 1959 near Blackhawk Boulevard and Clear Creek.
Projects

Watch the Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin Project Meeting and Share Your Feedback

Thank you for your interest in the Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin Project. If you missed the community engagement meeting held on August 11, 2026, or would like a refresher, you can now watch the full recording and explore more details on the project webpage. The presentation included project details, anticipated benefits, funding sources, and next steps as…
August 17, 20260Comments

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Map of Harris County showing Mangum-Howell, Barrett Station, Bayland, and Tom Bass community center locations.
Projects

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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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

Statement on Harris County’s Proposed Path Forward for CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT Funding

Harris County agencies are advancing an innovative path forward to protect federal disaster recovery funding, cut through bureaucratic barriers, and keep critical flood risk reduction projects moving for residents. The proposed approach goes beyond standard government processes by coordinating across agencies, funding programs, and project timelines to solve complex federal funding challenges. Rather than…
June 6, 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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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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