Brazoria County is still reeling from Harvey, and now experts are warning that our current flood defenses just aren't cutting it. We need to rethink our infrastructure and emergency plans before the next big storm hits.
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The program is funded by a $60 million grant from the state.
Homeowners in flood-prone areas.
The resident claims the bidding process was unfair and potentially costly to taxpayers.
Brazoria County plans an early August start on a $2.9 million Hurricane Beryl debris removal project for two waterways.
As the multiple-day rash of rain eases and the storm disperses in Texas Hill Country, forecasters have turned their attention to the network of major rivers in the region that will rush south over the weekend. Forecasters expect most to…
Early morning rain pounded a large swath of southwest Texas and the Hill Country, triggering urgent flash flood warnings, sirens, water rescues and calls to seek higher ground in already drenched areas Thursday.
Torrential downpours bring street flooding, road closures to Brazoria County cities Wednesday Houston Chronicle
Residents are pushing for the county to expedite the dredging of the San Bernard River mouth to reduce flood risks before the next hurricane season.
The county is changing rules to make sure developers actually build the drainage systems they promise. This prevents flooding issues caused by incomplete projects.
The county is moving forward with cleaning up streambanks and shorelines to improve water flow and reduce flood risks. This is a high-priority effort to ensure the county is better prepared for future storms.
The county's $60 million grant program has successfully helped hundreds of residents elevate or reconstruct their homes after flooding.
A major $5.8 million project is starting to improve drainage in the Wild Peach area to help prevent future flooding.
The Court approved additional funding for drainage studies to ensure proper development in the Ashland area. This helps manage stormwater and prevents future flooding issues for residents.
A local resident raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest regarding a $4.5 million pump station contract awarded by the Velasco Drainage District. The County Judge noted that the county has no legal authority over the district's operations.
West Columbia flooding: Several homes in Brazoria County were filled with water due to Wednesday's heavy rainfall ABC13 Houston
Small Brazoria County town bracing for more flooding on top of Harvey damage KSAT
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