Property Owners Should Prepare For Lower Lake Levels

January 20, 2024

HOUSTON - Houston Public Works will temporarily lower Lake Houston by 12-inches in preparation for the upcoming rain event. Lowering will begin Sunday afternoon, January 21, 2024. It takes 24-hours to lower Lake Houston by 12-inches. The lake level will be reduced to an elevation of 41.4 feet. 

Property owners should secure property along the shoreline.

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