Lake Houston Dam Gate Project Funding and Construction
Summary
The Coastal Water Authority and state leaders are advancing a $315 million project to build a gate structure at the Lake Houston Dam to control water levels and reduce severe flood risks. While $120 million in local and state funds has been secured, officials face an approximate $200 million funding gap to complete construction by late 2030.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project is estimated to cost $315 million, with $120 million currently committed from state and local sources.
Kingwood and Lake Houston area residents will benefit from reduced flood impacts and an enhanced regional water supply.
Downstream residents could be impacted if water releases are mismanaged, though engineers designed the gates to avoid adverse downstream effects.
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