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HCFCD Construction Slowdown May Be on Verge of Turnaround - Reduce Flooding
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Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 07/27/2026 5:38pm
Article Summary:
**HCFCD Spending Slows as Flood Bond Lags Behind Schedule, but New Leadership Signals Possible Construction Rebound**
New data show the Harris County Flood Control District has spent just 37% of its 2018 voter-approved bond funds eight years into the planned 10-year program, while construction costs have risen 54%, shrinking the program’s buying power and slowing flood-mitigation work. Construction spending has fallen sharply in recent years, raising concerns about missed federal funding deadlines and prolonged flood risk. However, six projects are set to move forward under new Executive Director Marcus Stuckett, signaling a possible turnaround.
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Date: 07/27/2026 5:38pm
Article Summary:
**HCFCD Spending Slows as Flood Bond Lags Behind Schedule, but New Leadership Signals Possible Construction Rebound**
New data show the Harris County Flood Control District has spent just 37% of its 2018 voter-approved bond funds eight years into the planned 10-year program, while construction costs have risen 54%, shrinking the program’s buying power and slowing flood-mitigation work. Construction spending has fallen sharply in recent years, raising concerns about missed federal funding deadlines and prolonged flood risk. However, six projects are set to move forward under new Executive Director Marcus Stuckett, signaling a possible turnaround.
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