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Frequent Flooding Due to Impermeable Surfaces

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Frequent Flooding Due to Impermeable Surfaces

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Fact: Houston experiences frequent flooding because 30% of the city’s surface is impermeable, meaning rainwater cannot be absorbed, causing significant runoff.

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How decades of Houston development add up to rising flood risk

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Impermeable surfaces contribute to water pollution as rainwater runoff carries oils, chemicals, and waste directly into waterways, polluting Houston’s rivers and bays.

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Rapid urbanization in Houston has increased the risk of flooding, with over 60% of new developments built without considering flood management or green infrastructure.

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Houston has one of the lowest percentages of green infrastructure per capita in the U.S., leading to more frequent and severe flood events.

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Houston’s lack of zoning laws has contributed to unchecked urban sprawl, with developers often prioritizing economic growth over environmental sustainability.

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Houston’s flood events have caused over $125 billion in damages since 2000, impacting homes, businesses, and infrastructure.

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Dantrail Felton is a business development professional with experience across a variety of industries, including energy, technology, and education. He is the president of the Miami Chapter of Blacks in Technology. With a passion for energy innovation and policy, he is a self-learner and student of economics with a focus on emerging technologies. He embraces challenges and continuously seeks new ways to improve processes and achieve goals. Dantrail loves to speak on topics related to sustainable energy, labor relations, energy innovation, and program implementation.

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Houston's polluted floodwaters can cause public health issues, including increased risks of waterborne diseases, especially in low-income neighborhoods.

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Due to development, Houston has lost over 70% of its natural wetlands, reducing the city’s ability to absorb stormwater and mitigate flooding.

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Potential Solutions: Green Infrastructure

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Potential Solutions: Green Infrastructure

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Experts suggest that increasing Houston’s green infrastructure, such as rain gardens, permeable pavements, and urban forests, could reduce flooding by up to 30%.