"Seasonal" Lake Lowering Out. "Active Storm Management" In.
"Seasonal" Lake Lowering Out. "Active Storm Management" In.
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 06/25/2024 11:14am
Article Summary:
New "Active Storm Management" Policy Replaces Seasonal Lake Lowering
San Jacinto River Authority and City of Houston have replaced their automatic "seasonal" lake lowering policy with "active storm management," allowing more flexibility in responding to weather conditions. The new protocols include requests for diversions to lower Lake Conroe during major rain events and a review of the policy at the end of the year. All stakeholders have agreed to support flood mitigation projects and efforts, including education on active storm management protocols and sediment removal projects.
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Date: 06/25/2024 11:14am
Article Summary:
New "Active Storm Management" Policy Replaces Seasonal Lake Lowering
San Jacinto River Authority and City of Houston have replaced their automatic "seasonal" lake lowering policy with "active storm management," allowing more flexibility in responding to weather conditions. The new protocols include requests for diversions to lower Lake Conroe during major rain events and a review of the policy at the end of the year. All stakeholders have agreed to support flood mitigation projects and efforts, including education on active storm management protocols and sediment removal projects.
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