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$32.7M effort aims to improve Houston drainage channel, reducing flooding

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher announced more information about the funding on Wednesday.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 12: The Buffalo Bayou, a constant source of flooding, winds through the city on November 12, 2021 in Houston, Texas. The infrastructure legislation passed by Congress and awaiting President Biden's signature includes money for storm and disaster preparation projects. Houston has seen a rise in flooding and could be one such project to receive funds. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) (Brandon Bell, 2021 Getty Images)

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher announced on Wednesday that Harris County has received $32.7 million that will be used for a construction improvement project for the Poor Farm Ditch drainage channel.

The channel moves stormwater from West University Place and Southside Place to Brays Bayou. The funding for the reconstruction includes local, federal and state funds.

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Harris County Flood Control District obtained $5.7 million, the City of Southside Place received $150,000 and the City of West University Place obtained $150,000.

Texas State Rep. Ann Johnson (D-Houston) and Texas State Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston) secured $16.9 million, and Fletcher received $9.8 million.

The money will be used to create a new channel structure and fix the older channels by improving water capacity and making access ramps stronger. With the funds, Harris County Flood Control District will also conduct maintenance.

The new changes are expected to reduce flooding in these communities and ensure the channel works adequately. Fletcher requested the funding last year from Congress through the Consolidated Appropriations Act that provides money to necessary projects.

What questions do you have about this project and for flooding prevention in your area? Let us know in the comments and we could feature your question and its answer in an upcoming report.


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Cynthia Miranda graduated from UT Austin and is a proud Houstonian. She is passionate about covering breaking news and community stories. Cynthia previously covered elections, the historic 2021 Texas winter storm, and other news in East Texas. In addition to writing, she also loves going to concerts, watching movies, and cooking with her family.

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