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  2. Harris County Flood Control District - Wikipedia

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    The Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) is a government agency that was established to reduce the effects of flooding in Harris County, Texas, United States. The flood control district has its headquarters in Houston. [2] After destructive floods occurred in 1929 and 1935, residents of Harris County advocated for relief of flooding issues.

  3. Protect Your Home From Water Damage With These 5 Flood ... - AOL

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    QDFG25 Flood Gate. This barrier is an impenetrable wall with lifelong use that expands in length to stop water from seeping indoors. It works as a sealant for entryways, placed in doorways as you ...

  4. Flood management - Wikipedia

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    A weir was built on the Humber River (Ontario) to prevent a recurrence of a catastrophic flood. Flood management describes methods used to reduce or prevent the detrimental effects of flood waters. Flooding can be caused by a mix of both natural processes, such as extreme weather upstream, and human changes to waterbodies and runoff.

  5. Brays Bayou - Wikipedia

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    By 1980, the Brays Bayou watershed was home to a population of over 412,000, and inadequate drainage infrastructure was still a major concern. [10] A 1976 flood caused major damage to the Medical Center, Rice University, the University of Houston, and institutions in the Museum District. [9]

  6. Buying a house in a flood zone? Know the risks first - AOL

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    Waterfront homes are a dream for many buyers, but they are more susceptible to flooding than homes located inland. Flood zones in the U.S. are designated by FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management ...

  7. Mandatory evacuations ordered in Texas after heavy rain and ...

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    A flood watch was in effect for Houston until 7 p.m. Friday. Heavy rain had ended by late Thursday afternoon, but the flood risk remained as water continued to drain slowly, the weather service said.

  8. Barker Reservoir - Wikipedia

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    Barker Reservoir is a flood control structure in Houston, Texas which prevents downstream flooding of Buffalo Bayou, the city's principal river. The reservoir operates in conjunction with Addicks Reservoir to the northeast, which impounds Mayde and Bear Creeks, two tributaries of the Buffalo. Both reservoirs were authorized under the Rivers and ...

  9. Heavy rains near Houston close schools and flood roadways as ...

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    Mandatory evacuation orders were issued near Houston on Thursday for some residents following heavy rains in Texas that stranded motorists, flooded streets and closed schools as officials warned ...

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