City of Sour Lake

09/14/2026

**NOTICE OF PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION WORKSHOP**

The Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct a workshop on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 12:30 PM in the Council Chambers, 615 Hwy 105 W.

The Commission will review and discuss proposed amendments to the Sign Ordinance, Zoning Map, Permitted Use Table, and Chapter 153 Zoning Ordinance.

09/11/2026

Today, the City of Sour Lake and the Sour Lake Police Department join our community in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honoring the courage of the first responders, service members, and everyday Americans who stepped forward in a time of great need.

We remember the families forever changed and the unity shown across our nation.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/07/2026

👓 **FREE Vision Screening for Adults — October 3!**

The **District 2-S1 Lions Vision Screening Team** and the **Sour Lake Lions Club** will be offering a **free vision screening for adults** on:

📅 **October 3**
⏰ **9:00 AM–12:00 PM**
📍 **First Baptist Church**
765 6th Street, Sour Lake

This free screening is available to **adults age 18 and older who are not enrolled in public schools** and covers basic vision screening needs.

A special thank-you to **First Baptist Church** for graciously providing the facility for this community service.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with family, friends, and neighbors who may benefit!

For more information, contact: **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])**

09/06/2026

Stay connected with the City of Sour Lake! 📲

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

📚 A new book club is coming to Sour Lake!

Two local residents are starting The Novel Bunch, with the kickoff meeting being held at the Alma Carpenter Public Library on September 17 at 11:00 a.m.

The group is free to join, and everyone is welcome. If you enjoy getting lost in a good story, bring your thoughts, curiosity, and maybe a friend! 📖

Please see the shared post for RSVP information and additional details.

Coming in September 😃

09/03/2026

🚧Hardin County Road Conditions as of 6:00AM September 3, 2026⚠️

FM 770 @ Coe Road, water over roadway, passable.

FM 770 near Rosier Park Road, water over roadway. Barricades placed at 770/1003 and 770/1st Street, Saratoga.

FM 787 has water over the roadway in numerous locations, not passable. 787 is barricaded from 770 to FM 1293.

FM 1003 South @ Hendrix Drive, water over roadway, passable in large vehicle, no barricades.

FM 1003 North @ Bracken Cemetery Road, water over roadway, passable in large vehicle, no barricades.

FM 1293 west of Bragg Road, water over roadway, passable, no barricades.

FM 418 @ Village Creek, water over roadway. Barricades placed at 69/418, 418/Villa Road and the east side of village creek.

Balsawood Road in Wildwood, bridge has water over it and is currently closed.

Park Road North, Lumberton, bridge has water over it and is currently closed.

Whitetail Forest Road, Kountze, road is flooded when you turn off 421. Only passable in large vehicle.

Neyland Road @ Mormon Church Road, Silsbee, tree over roadway with cones in place.

Jake Patton Road, Kountze, tree on powerlines.

ADDED at 6:30PM:

SH 326 between substation and Cypress Creek, water is over the road.

FM 770 approximately 2 miles from SH 326, water over road - Caution signs in place.

**11:30AM - SH105 west of FM 770 (West Hardin High School) has water over the highway and is rising. Additional areas will have water over the road as we continue to drain the 30+ inches of rain that has fallen here and areas north of us, and continues to fall at this time.

There may be other areas with water over the roadway that we have not yet identified, or areas where floodwaters rise and inundate additional roadways. Drive with caution at all times!

⛔️ Please avoid these areas!

09/02/2026

🔥BURN BAN HAS BEEN LIFTED🔥

Tell everyone… BURN BAN LIFTED

09/02/2026

🌪️ DID YOU RECEIVE DAMAGE FROM TROPICAL STORM EDOUARD?

Hardin County residents who experienced storm-related damage from Edouard are encouraged to report that damage through the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT).

Submitting your damage information helps Hardin County and the State of Texas identify and understand the extent of impacts within our community and supports the overall damage assessment process.

🏠 When submitting your report:

Submit ONE survey for EACH impacted address.
Report damage to homes, businesses, or other affected property as applicable.
Photos of the damage can be included and are extremely helpful.
Please report damage even if you have insurance.

📲 REPORT DAMAGE HERE:
damage.tdem.texas.gov
Then click on Tropical Storm Edouard and fill out the information

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Reporting damage through this survey is NOT an application for disaster assistance and does not guarantee assistance. The information is used to help local and state officials determine the extent of storm impacts and identify areas where additional assistance may be needed.

Please share this post with friends, family, neighbors, and others throughout Hardin County and any of the impacted area who may have received damage.

Hardin County Office of Emergency Management
Helping our community assess, respond, and recover.