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Harris County breaks ground on $32.7 million flood project
By Katherine Levens at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 13, 2026
· 2 min read
Harris County is taking a major step forward in the fight against flooding. Commissioner Rodney Ellis joined federal, state and local leaders Monday morning to break ground on the Poor Farm Ditch Project — a $32.7 million investment aimed at protecting roughly 500 homes in West University Place a...
Key takeaway Commissioner Rodney Ellis joined federal, state and local leaders Monday morning to break ground on the Poor Farm Ditch Project — a $32.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The Poor Farm Ditch Project's groundbreaking marks a significant milestone in Harris County's efforts to mitigate flooding, a persistent concern for residents in West University Place and Southside Place. By modernizing the aging drainage channel, the project aims to reduce flood risk for approximately 500 homes, providing a safer living environment for hundreds of families. The collaboration between local, state, and federal governments demonstrates a commitment to addressing the region's flooding challenges. As construction progresses, residents can expect improvements to flood resilience in their neighborhoods. The project's success will be closely watched, as it may serve as a model for future flood mitigation initiatives in other Harris County communities. With the county's 2018 Flood Bond playing a key role in funding the project, its completion will also be seen as a testament to the bond's effectiveness in driving meaningful infrastructure improvements.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Harris County is taking a major step forward in the fight against flooding. Commissioner Rodney Ellis joined federal, state and local leaders Monday morning to break ground on the Poor Farm Ditch Project — a $32.7 million investment aimed at protecting roughly 500 homes in West University Place a...
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