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What this is
Harris County approved $1.3M for a flood prevention basin near Cypresswood and Jones Road to protect northwest Houston families from storm damage.
Type: Contract - AwardFile: 26-2945 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-30 Passed: 2026-05-14
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Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Cost: $1.3 million contract with R.G. Miller Engineers
- Location: Cypresswood and Jones Road area, northwest Harris County
- Timeline: Construction will take 12-24 months after design is done
- Purpose: Build stormwater detention basin to reduce flooding
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Flooding damages homes, closes roads, and threatens safety. Many northwest Houston families have faced repeated flooding during storms. This new stormwater basin will help protect thousands of residents and businesses by capturing rainwater and releasing it slowly.
If this passes
A new stormwater basin will be built to capture rainwater during heavy storms. This will reduce flooding for thousands of residents and businesses in the Cypresswood and Jones Road area.
If this does not pass
The area would continue to face the same flood risks during hurricanes and severe weather, with no new protection for homes and businesses in northwest Harris County.
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