Press Room

The Harris County Flood Control District will hold a virtual Community Engagement Meeting for the Tributary C144-00-00 Flood Risk Reduction Project located in the Sims Bayou watershed. The purpose of this meeting is to inform residents about the status of the project and share project information.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - March 21, 2022 - The Harris County Flood Control District is monitoring the potential for heavy rainfall over the area with a flash flood threat Monday night into Tuesday morning. A Flood Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Harris County from 7:00 p.m. Monday evening until 7:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Widespread rainfall amounts of 2-4 inches north of I-10 are expected with isolated totals of 6-7 inches possible and totals of 1-3 inches south of I-10. Street flooding will be the main concern with hourly rainfall rates of 2-3 inches across urban areas. Rapid rises of  bayous and creeks potentially to bankfull will be possible depending on the intensity and longevity of the rainfall. 

In an effort to keep you informed about the Harris County Flood Control District’s continuing maintenance in the Buffalo Bayou watershed, we want to update you on an upcoming project.