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San Jacinto West Fork Emergency Dredging Project Details
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has posted bid specifications for its emergency dredging project on the West Fork of the San Jacinto River between Humble and Kingwood. Bid documents available publicly online reveal details, maps, scope and timing of the project. Specifications, maps and amendments total more than 300 pages. See highlights below. Start […]
Where do you live relative to official flood plains?
During Harvey tens of thousands of people in the Houston area outside of 100-year and 500-year flood plains flooded. Do you really know your home’s location relative to official flood plains? It could be important during lesser floods and affect the cost of flood insurance. Feature-rich, Interactive Flood-Plain Map by FEMA Access FEMA’s Flood Zone […]
Debris Removal from Lake Houston Begins
Debris removal from Lake Houston has begun. On Sunday, May 27, I received a brief note from Keith Jordan, a Kingwood resident who has been active in flood recovery. His note said, “Toured the river today. Saw two barges with cranes picking up large piles of tree debris along the banks, but no dredging occurring.” […]
The Nine-Month Anniversary of Harvey
Today marks 270 days since Harvey devastated one of the most beautiful communities in America. This weekend is the nine-month anniversary, the official start of yet another hurricane season, and Memorial Day. So it seems only fitting to look back. Paul Margaritis, a friend and neighbor sent me the video below as a reminder. WoodsEstatesDebris […]
Lowering Lake Conroe: How much is enough?
The president of the Lake Conroe Association has said the group will fight a reduction of their lake to 199 mean feet above sea level (msl) during September. Remember, SJRA normally maintains Lake Conroe at 201 msl. “The fight can be avoided, and relief can be felt in the Lake Houston area, by accepting a […]