Department: Flood Control District
Department Head/Elected Official: Tina Petersen, Ph.D., P.E., Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Public Necessity
Project ID (if applicable): K124-00-00-X041
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to decree that the Harris County Flood Control District project serves a public purpose and public necessity, which requires that the Harris County Real Property Division be directed to acquire two easement tracts for the public project known as Natural Stable Channel Design Channel Repairs, for the purpose of channel erosion repairs, authorizing eminent domain if necessary. (Cypress Creek Watershed, Bond ID CI-012, Project ID K124-00-00-X041, Precinct 3).
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Background and Discussion:
The proposed Natural Stable Channel Design project aims to restore the channel for stable conveyance of bankfull and flood flows in the reach of K124-00-00-X041. This reach extends from about 550 feet upstream of the Louetta Road Bridge to the confluence with Kotham Gully (K124-02-00), covering an existing channel length of approximately 1,650 linear feet. Acquiring this section is essential for restoring the channel and preventing future erosion.
Expected Impact:
Restoring the channel back to the original design capacity will protect the public and public infrastructure by allowing for the proper conveyance of water. The repairs will also reduce the risk of flooding in the future.
Alternative Options:
The alternative would be not to proceed with obtaining an easement. The Flood Control District would not have property rights to restore the channel and perform maintenance activities along the channel.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economi...
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