Video of Flood Destruction Shows Scarborough Development Risks

7/30/2026 – A new 4-minute video shows flood destruction in communities immediately downstream from the proposed 5,300-acre Scarborough development at the confluence of the San Jacinto West Fork with Spring, Cypress and Turkey Creeks. It illustrates the risks of development in that area.

It is one of the most flood-prone properties in the San Jacinto River Basin. Yet the Dallas-based developer is looking for ways to build thousands of homes there.

Watch Video, Then Sign Petition

In case anyone needs a reminder of Harvey’s destruction in the Lake Houston area, here it is.

The video is set to country music that speaks of “Scarborough Bottom” and the risks of developing land near rivers and streams in southeast Texas. Bottomland is low-lying land, typically by a river and subject to overflow during floods.

Please watch and share this video with your friends, families and social networks. Then consider signing this petition on change.org if you haven’t already done so.

Local Leaders and Residents Lining Up Against Proposed Development

As of this morning, it had more than 8,600 signatures. Plus the support of State Representative Steve Toth, the Bayou Land Conservancy and more.

One of the areas leading hydrologists has stated that if Scarborough’s land gets developed, it would be like aiming a firehose at the Humble/Kingwood area.

The Houston City Council passed a unanimous resolution against it.

Harris County Commissioners Court also passed a unanimous resolution against it.

The Montgomery County Engineers office blasted the idea of developing this land.

And Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler took a road to and through it off the County’s road bond.

Still, the developer is reportedly exploring ways to develop the property.

In my opinion, the safest thing would be to turn this land into a state park. That would enhance rather than undermine existing home values. It would limit future flood losses and mitigation costs. And it would provide recreational opportunities for the public.

Posted by Bob Rehak on 7/30/2026

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