Houston's Public Works announced a planned drawdown of Lake Houston levels by 12 inches, a preemptive strike against forecasted rainfall. Starting Sunday afternoon, Houstonians living lakeside are on notice to batten down the hatches as officials aim to prevent possible flood damage. It's reported that the lowering process, shaving a foot off the lake's current level, will span a full 24 hours, setting new watermarks at 41.4 feet above sea level.
The move comes as part of wider water wrangling efforts, spearheaded by the largest public works megacenter in the nation, tasked with managing a sprawling 671-square mile coverage area. "Property owners should secure property along the shoreline," said Houston Public Works in their statement, a warning that assets left adrift could spell unnecessary destruction, loss, or a dangerous debris field in turbulent waters. The organization, which also manages city streets, water distribution, and sewage treatment, among other community cornerstones, carries the seal of approval from the American Public Works Association.
For more details on the temporary measures and tips on property protection, Houston's lakeside residents can chart a course to Houston Public Works.
