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Lake Houston Dam Gate Project Funding and Construction

The Coastal Water Authority and state leaders are advancing a $315 million project to build a gate structure at the Lake Houston Dam to control water levels and reduce severe flood risks. While $120 million in local and state funds has been secured, officials face an approximate $200 million funding gap to complete construction by late 2030.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 22, 2026

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East Water Purification Plant Major Capital Appropriation

Council approved nearly $120 million in engineering and CMAR contracts to upgrade the East Water Purification Plant.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 8, 2026