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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 3, 2024Contact: Dustin Hodges (832) 393-3008[email protected]5.3.24 Weather and Lake Levels UpdateHOUSTON - Council Member Fred Flickinger would like to make residents aware that Houston Public Works continues to closely monitor the weather, channels, and lake levels. We are working closely with our partners at Coastal Water Authority, San Jacinto River Authority, Houston OEM, HPD, and HFD.Lake Houston: Lake Houston is currently at 47.36 feet (normal pool is 42.4 feet) Gates on the spillway dam are open and discharging water over the spillway. Gates on Lake Houston will remain open until Lake Houston returns to normal pool. Total inflows into Lake Houston are at 186,220 cfs and outflows are at 126,040 cfs. Water levels throughout the lake are elevated and will continue to rise over the tops of bulkheads and docks at several locations. Lake Houston levels can be monitored here.Lake Conroe: Lake Conroe is currently at 203.41 feet (normal pool is 201 feet). The San Jacinto River Authority is currently releasing 27,550 cfs. Lake Conroe levels can be monitored here.East Fork of the San Jacinto River:Mandatory evacuation is in effect for the eastern side of the East Fork of the San Jacinto River from FM 1485 to Lake Houston.The East Fork of the San Jacinto has crested at 77.73 feet is 8 feet higher than what happened earlier this week. Homes that are not elevated closest to the river may flood. Even if water does not get into homes there is still a risk of areas being cut off due to impassable roads. For reference, the forecasted river level is 3 feet below Hurricane Harvey. Impacted subdivisions: Commons of Lake Houston
Magnolia Point
River Terrace
Idle Wilde
Idle Glen
Cypress Point
Northwood Country EstatesThe East side of Kingwood (Woodstream, Woodspring Forest, Riverchase, Royal Shores, Dunnam) could be impacted by the East Fork's crest tonight. Even if you do not get water in your home you might be cut off due to impassable roads for an extended period of time. Please monitor the situation closely and call 9-1-1 if you are trapped by high waters.West Fork of the San Jacinto River:The West Fork of the San Jacinto River is rising from upstream flows (Cypress Creek, Spring Creek, Lake Creek, Lake Conroe) reaching major flood levels and cresting at 61 feet at 3:00 AM Sunday morning. Widespread low-land flooding will occur impacting the following subdivisions: Belleau Woods
Rivercrest
Northshore
Forest Cove
Kings River Estates
Atascocita Shores
Barrington
Kingwood Greens
Kings HarborMonitor Official Sources for Current Information:Please remember it is important to utilize verified news sources for inclement weather information as well as tune in to local news stations for changing forecasts. Harris County Flood Warning System (harriscountyfws.org), Houston TranStar (houstontranstar.org), and the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston Forecast Office (weather.gov/hgx).To monitor current water levels at Lake Houston, visit www.coastalwaterauthority.org. To see current levels for Lake Conroe you can visit www.sjra.net. Please also keep in mind with rain events flash flooding is always possible, stay weather aware and avoid roadways if possible during rain events. It only take 6 inches of water to move a car. Always turn around, don't drown.Monitor Stream, Bayou, and Creek Conditions: Rain may move repeatedly across the same area, causing creeks and bayous to rise and possibly exceed their banks. Stay informed of current conditions and avoid traveling near creeks and bayous. You can monitor streams and rivers here at the River Forecast Center.Timely information during emergencies is important. AlertHouston delivers critical information to Houston residents regarding current conditions, expected impacts, and protective actions to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.Register for emergency alerts through email, text message, voice call, or mobile app push notifications. Most alerts are geo-targeted; subscribers with loved ones around the city may register up to five physical addresses per contact record. Sign up today at www.alerthouston.org.For more information, please contact the District E office at (832) 393-3008 or via email at [email protected].