Lake Houston Lowering Expected Tomorrow

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 16, 2021

Contact: Jessica Beemer

(832) 393-3008

districte@houstontx.gov

HOUSTON – Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make Lake Houston residents aware, Houston Public Works is monitoring weather forecasts for the Lake Houston region. Houston Public Works expects there to be 3 inches of rainfall predicted in our watershed starting tomorrow. The forecast of 3 inches of rain in our watershed triggers the Lake Houston lowering protocol.

Lake Houston is currently at 42.55 feet, normal pool is 42.4 feet. The lowering of Lake Houston is expected to begin around 10 a.m. tomorrow morning, Monday, May 17. Property owners along the lake should take measures to secure property along the shoreline. At that time Lake Houston will be lowered by 12 inches, from 42.5 feet to 41.5 feet.

To monitor current water levels at Lake Houston, visit www.coastalwaterauthority.org

For more information, please contact the District E office at (832) 393-3008 or via email at districte@houstontx.gov

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