Harris County Flood Control District

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

We love Houston's best kept secret, too!

05/29/2026

Executive Director Dr. Tina Petersen joined Harris County Precinct One on Wednesday for the Alma Allen Bridge Dedication at Hill at Sims Park in Sunnyside.

The project reflects the power of collaboration in delivering infrastructure that supports both flood resilience and public access to green space.

Thank you to all partners for their collaboration in making this project possible!

05/29/2026

Have questions about the new draft FEMA floodplain maps?

Join the Harris County Flood Control District for a virtual information session to learn what the updated draft maps mean for your community, how to locate your property using the online Navigator tool, and what to expect as the map update process moves forward.

📅 Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
💻 Virtual Meeting

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TuZ58NIXQLCaAuHhXSl1fA #/

05/28/2026

Native wildflowers are blooming across Harris County!

From clasping coneflowers to prairie verbena to Indian blankets and more, these native plants do more than brighten the landscape. They help stabilize soil, support pollinators, and even reduce how often we need to mow, helping maintenance funds go further.

🌸 See maps to a few top wildflower locations: hcfcd.org/wildflowers2026
🌸 Download our wildflower scavenger hunt: hcfcd.org/WildFlowerHunt

Have a favorite spot or a great photo? Share it in the comments or tag us so we can see where you’re spotting wildflowers across the county!

05/27/2026

The Texas General Land Office joined Harris County leaders last week to break ground on Phase 2 of the Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin project in the City Of La Porte — an important investment in flood mitigation and community resilience.

The GLO is proud to support projects that protect Texas families, strengthen infrastructure, and reduce future flood risk.

05/27/2026

This week, the Brookglen community in La Porte took a big step toward reduced flood risk with the Phase 2 groundbreaking of the Brookglen Stormwater Detention Basin project. This is just one of 11 federally funded projects moving into construction thanks to our partnership with the Texas General Land Office on CDBG-DR.

Once complete, the project will provide approximately 50 acre-stormwater storage capacity — enough water to cover 50 football-field-sized areas in 1 foot of water.

By year’s end, Brookglen will be a stronger and more flood resilient community in Harris County.

Thank you to Harris County Precinct 2 for hosting this groundbreaking ceremony and to the community leaders and partners who joined us:

Chuck Engelken, City Of La Porte District 2 Council Member
Stephanie Davidson, Texas General Land Office
David Amyx, Brookglen HOA President

05/27/2026

Did you know most homeowners insurance policies do not cover flooding?

Flooding can happen anywhere—even outside of high-risk areas—and it doesn’t always take a major storm to cause damage.

Flood insurance is one of the most effective ways to protect your home, belongings, and financial stability.

Take time now to review your coverage and speak with your insurance provider about flood insurance options.

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices are closed today.

We honor and remember the men and women who have served our country.

Residents can still report channel obstructions—such as downed trees, trash, or debris in waterways—at any time using our online reporting tool: hcfcd.org/service-request

05/23/2026

Thunderstorms are impacting the area today, bringing periods of heavy rainfall with the potential for localized flooding in some locations.

Behind the scenes, the Flood Warning System continues to operate through extreme weather conditions. Every gage site is solar-powered and designed to function for up to two weeks without sunlight, helping maintain critical monitoring when it matters most.

Stay informed and sign up for real-time flood alerts at FWSAlerts.org so you can stay ahead of changing conditions.