Poor-Farm-Ditch Renovation Funding Finally Secured
Poor-Farm-Ditch Renovation Funding Finally Secured
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 06/28/2023 4:49pm
Article Summary:
"Poor-Farm-Ditch Renovation Funding Secured after Years of Effort"
After more than 20 years of study and delays, funding has finally been secured to renovate the Poor-Farm Ditch in Harris County, Texas. The 70-year-old concrete ditch has numerous problems, including collapsing concrete, erosion, and encroachments. The $30+ million project will construct a new channel structure to reduce flood risk and improve maintenance access. Funding for the project comes from various sources, including $9.9 million secured by Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. Construction is expected to begin next year.
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Date: 06/28/2023 4:49pm
Article Summary:
"Poor-Farm-Ditch Renovation Funding Secured after Years of Effort"
After more than 20 years of study and delays, funding has finally been secured to renovate the Poor-Farm Ditch in Harris County, Texas. The 70-year-old concrete ditch has numerous problems, including collapsing concrete, erosion, and encroachments. The $30+ million project will construct a new channel structure to reduce flood risk and improve maintenance access. Funding for the project comes from various sources, including $9.9 million secured by Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. Construction is expected to begin next year.
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