West Keegans Bayou Improvement District Fence
West Keegans Bayou Improvement District Fence
Debris Removal
The Board of Directors of West Keegans Bayou Improvement District (“WKIBD”)
understands that property owners suffered significant property damage during Hurricane Beryl.
However, this is a reminder to property owners that the dumping of ANY debris within or
along the Bayou is strictly prohibited and a violation of the WKBID’s Rate Order, punishable by
fines. In recent weeks, fence repair companies or lawn crews have placed fencing debris within
or adjacent to WKBID’s Bayou.
WKBID does not wish to impose fines on property owners; however, the debris within
WKBID’s Bayou is an impediment for the mowing crew and if the Bayou cannot be maintained
properly, the mosquito population will increase and the fencing debris will make its way into the
channel and negatively impact the flow of water/flood control. This can lead to a major health
and safety hazards.
PLEASE REMOVE ALL FENCING DEBRIS FROM THE BAYOU RIGHT OF WAY
IMMEDIATELY. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
AND RESULTING FINES.
Thank you for your cooperation.
West Keegans Master Plan
By working with Fort Bend County and Harris County commissioners, Harris County Flood Control District, and Area MUD Districts, we the West Keegans Bayou Improvement District Directors will work to improve flood control measures and improve mobility by trails and roads of the area bounded by Beechnut Street on north, West Belfort Blvd on south, Synott Rd on east and FM 1464 on west side (about eight square miles area). The district’s tax funds will be used within its jurisdiction.
West Keegans Bayou Neighborhood Developments
KEEGANS BAYOU IMPROVEMENTS BY HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
From: Harris County Flood Control District
To: Amarjit Verma
Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 02:07:35 PM CDT
Subject: Construction Advisory: Keegans Bayou Maintenance Project
Construction Advisory: Keegans Bayou Maintenance Project
Project ID: D118-00-00-X009
In an effort to keep you informed about the Harris County Flood Control District’s continuing improvements in the Brays Bayou watershed, we want to notify you of an upcoming project in your area.
In fall 2022, the Flood Control District will begin construction of a maintenance project along an approximate 2-mile stretch of Keegans Bayou from Kirkwood Drive to US 59. The project will address the channel conveyance capacity issues and restore the channel back to its original design capacity. The project is expected to remove approximately 50,000 cubic yards of sediment from the channel.
The contractor will use heavy construction equipment such as dump trucks, excavators and bulldozers. Motorists are urged to be alert to truck traffic when passing near construction access points and along truck routes. For safety reasons, hike and bike trail closures are also expected along Keegans Bayou from Kirkwood Drive to US 59 for the duration of the project.
The Flood Control District appreciates your patience through the duration of this project. More information about the Flood Control District’s maintenance projects can be found at hcfcd.org/maintenance. Should you have any questions or comments, please visit hcfcd.org/contact-us.
Keegans Bayou Maintenance Project
Project ID#: D118-00-00-X009
Contractor: LECON, Inc.
Contract Amount: Approximately $7.2 million
Construction Start: Fall 2022
Construction Contract Duration: 515 calendar days
SUGARLAND-HOWELL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
Community servant and activist Amarjit Verma pursued diligently with County Commissioner Grady Prestage’s office to understand our neighborhoods and West Keegan Bayou Improvement District need to improve our areas infrastructure. As a result of his work, the County included Sugarland-Howell Road improvements in the Fort Bend County 2013 Mobility Projects. The project included adding 3,400 linear feet of road running between Bissonnet St and Old Richmond Road and included 6 feet wide trail worthy sidewalks on both sides of this road, completed in February 2019, and making it accessible to West Keegans Bayou Improvement District Hike and Bike trail system by building trail connections at Jehovah’s Witnesses Church south side and Wastewater treatment plant north side, completed in February 2022.
Picture taken on February 27, 2019 at Sugarland-Howell Road Opening ceremony. Director
Verma and Fort Bend County Judge KP George holding the ceremonial scissors along
with Commissioner Grady Prestage, on second ceremony as an honor to community
servant Amarjit Verma, along with people from the community.
Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project Completed
A Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project was completed at Addicks-Clodine Road. Please (click here) for more photos and details.
2nd Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project Completed
Recently, an additional Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project was completed 400’ west of Sugar Land-Howell Road – on the South Side of Channel. This is the second of three backslope drain replacements for the District. Please (click here) for more photos and details.
3rd Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project Completed
Recently, an additional Backslope Drain Removal/Replacement Project was completed at Backslope Drain No. 791, Ditch “A”. This is the third backslope drain replacement for the District. Please (click here) for more photos and details.
Hike and Bike Trails Phase 1
You may have noticed that work began on the Hike and Bike Trail Phase 1 project. Stay tuned for more details and photos. In the meantime, check out the District’s Youtube channel for more pics from this project (click here).
Hurricane Preparedness 2022
Be ready for hurricane season. Today you can determine your personal hurricane risk, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and review/update insurance policies. You can also make a list of items to replenish hurricane emergency supplies and start thinking about how you will prepare your home for the coming hurricane season. If you live in hurricane-prone areas, you are encouraged to complete these simple preparations before hurricane season begins on June 1.
Find out today what types of wind and water hazards could happen where you live, and then start preparing how to handle them. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’s strength. Know if you live in an area prone to flooding and if you’re safe to remain in your home.
Find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone. You may also need to leave if you live in a flood prone area or in a mobile home outside a hurricane evacuation zone. Now is the time to begin planning where you would go and how you would get there.
You do not need to travel hundreds of miles. Your destination could be a friend or relative who lives in a well built home outside flood prone areas. Remember, your safest place may be to remain home. Be sure to account for your pets in your plan.
As hurricane season approaches, listen to local officials on questions related to how you may need to adjust any evacuation plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.
Whether you’re evacuating or sheltering-in-place, you’re going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for the potentially lengthy and unpleasant aftermath. Have enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last each person in your family a minimum of 3 days (store a longer than 3-day supply of water, if possible). Electricity and water could be out for at least that long. You’ll need extra cash, a battery-powered radio and flashlights. You may need a portable crank or solar-powered USB charger for your cell phones.
If you need to go to a public shelter, follow health guidelines from your local officials and the CDC.
Call your insurance company or agent and ask for an insurance check-up to make sure you have enough insurance to repair or even replace your home and/or belongings. Remember, home and renters insurance doesn’t cover flooding, so you’ll need a separate policy for it.
Flood insurance is available through your company, agent, or the National Flood Insurance Program at floodsmart.gov. Act now, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.
- FLASH Insurance Guide: If Disaster Strikes, Will You Be Covered?
- Find available coverage at floodsmart.gov
Whether you’re evacuating, or planning to ride out the storm in your home, make sure it is in good repair and up to local hurricane building code specifications to withstand wind impacts. Many retrofits are not as costly or time consuming as you may think.
Have the proper plywood, steel or aluminum panels to board up the windows and doors. Remember, the garage door is the most vulnerable part of the home, so it must be able to withstand the winds.
If you’re a renter, work with your landlord now to prepare your home for a storm.
- FLASH: How-To Videos
- Protect Your Home From Flooding Video (English/Spanish)
Many people rely on their neighbors before and after a disaster, and there are many ways you can help them. Learn about all the different actions you and your neighbors can take to prepare and recover from the hazards associated with hurricanes.
Start the conversation now with these Neighbor Helping Neighbor strategies but remember you may need to adjust your preparedness plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from the CDC and your local officials.
The time to prepare for a hurricane is before the season begins, when you have the time and are not under pressure. If you wait until a hurricane is on your doorstep, the odds are that you will be under duress and will make the wrong decisions.
Take the time now to write down your hurricane plan. Know who issues evacuation orders for your area, determine locations on where you will ride out the storm, and start to get your supplies now. Being prepared before a hurricane threatens makes you resilient to the hurricane impacts of wind and water. It will mean the difference between being a hurricane victim or a hurricane survivor.