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About Our Watershed
An overview of Harris County's many watersheds: Where they are, what they are and how they work.

Are You Floodwise?
Learn about a new public awareness and stormwater management partnership that will explore flooding and drainage issues countywide.
Questions or comments? Contact the District online.

Whether it's questions about
a project or comments on
information you've seen,
we're here to help.
Submit service and maintenance requests 24-7.

If you see any problem with
the bayous, creeks, or other
channels in your area, you
can report it online.
Employment opportunities with the District

The District regularly seeks
qualified individuals to
fill open positions. Apply
online today!
Floodplain Mapping Tool
Find out if you live in or near a
floodplain. Search by any address
inside Harris County.

Flood insurance: who needs it?
Homeowners insurance doesn't cover you for flooding. Get the info you need about your best protection against flood damages.

Flood preparedness
Are you and your family ready for the next flood? It's only a matter of time. Learn facts that could save your life.

Major projects
The District is implementing many major flood damage reduction projects throughout Harris County. See where they are, what they are, and how the work is benefiting local residents.

Photos and virtual tour
Check out photos and VR panoramas of the county's vast drainage system, plus other interesting imagery.

Check out photos of the county's vast drainage system
Check out VR panoramas of the county's vast drainage system
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News and events

February 1, 2010
Flood Control District Honored with 2010 Arbor Day Award

January 27, 2010
District Tree Planting Contest Gets a Thousand Trees in the Ground in One Day

November 25, 2009
Construction Reaches the Halfway Mark on White Oak Bayou Tributary Near Jersey Village

November 24, 2009
Harris County Flood Control District Will Set a Tree Planting Record this Year

September 30, 2009
Local Volunteers Assist with Wildflower Plantings at the Willow Waterhole Stormwater Detention Basin

September 18, 2009
Prehistoric Artifacts Discovered in Recent Cypress Creek Pre-project Archeological Dig

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