What this is
Harris County approved contract changes for Buffalo Bayou flood protection repairs, with strong minority business participation exceeding goals.
Type: Contract - AmendmentFile: 26-2961 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-30 Passed: 2026-05-14
Yesenia.Martinez@hcfcd.hctx.net
Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Contractor: Greater Houston Construction
- Location: Buffalo Bayou concrete channel lining
- Local business: 91.49% minority and women-owned business participation
- Funding: Voter-approved flood control bonds (Bond ID CI-018)
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Buffalo Bayou flows through downtown Houston and many neighborhoods. These concrete repairs help protect homes, businesses, and schools from flooding during heavy rains and storms. The project also gives local minority and women-owned businesses real opportunities to do this important work.
If this passes
Concrete channel repairs will strengthen flood protection along Buffalo Bayou, helping prevent erosion and maintain proper water flow during storms to protect nearby communities.
If this does not pass
The Buffalo Bayou concrete channels would not get needed repairs, potentially leading to more flooding problems and erosion during heavy rains and storms.
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By the numbers
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