Drainage Improvements Planned for Copperfield's Southdown Village
Harris County Precinct 3 is taking proactive steps to enhance flood protection in the Copperfield area with a new drainage improvement project planned for the Southdown Village subdivision. Currently in the design phase, the project aims to strengthen the neighborhood's resilience against flooding by upgrading its drainage infrastructure.
Southdown Village has long faced challenges related to stormwater management. To address these concerns, the project will focus on comprehensive drainage enhancements designed to increase capacity and improve the system’s ability to handle heavy rainfall events. Key components of the project include expanded drainage capacity, infrastructure upgrades to mitigate flood risk, and system improvements that will allow for better water flow during storms.
The primary goals of these improvements are to reduce the likelihood of flooding for residents and ensure that the neighborhood's drainage system can efficiently manage excessive rainfall. As part of Harris County’s broader initiative to modernize and strengthen drainage infrastructure in established communities, this project marks an important step toward long-term flood mitigation in the area.
While the project remains in the design phase, additional details regarding construction timelines and specific enhancements will be provided as planning progresses. Residents can expect further updates as Harris County continues its commitment to improving flood resilience in Copperfield’s Southdown Village.
How Harris County Precinct 3 Serves You
Harris County Precinct 3, led by Commissioner Tom Ramsey, P.E., oversees one of the largest and most diverse areas of Harris County, stretching from Cypress to Baytown. The precinct manages an impressive infrastructure network that includes approximately 6,800 lane miles of roadway and maintains 72 parks, 10 Community and Nature Centers, and 8 hike and bike trails, including the Spring Creek Greenway - recognized as the nation's longest urban-forested corridor.
The precinct serves a vast community network, partnering with 15 school districts, 11 cities, 202 municipal utility districts, and approximately 1,000 neighborhoods, effectively managing about 75% of all unincorporated Harris County.
For residents interested in learning about additional infrastructure projects or sharing concerns, visit the Harris County Precinct 3 website at www.pct3.com:, email pct3@pct3.com or call them at 713-274-3100.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
