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SECTION 8. PLANNING PARTNERSHIP .................................................................................................. 8-1
8.1 Plan MaINTENANCE PROCEDURES ............................................................................................ 8-1
8.2 Initial Solicitation and Letters of intent ............................................................................................. 8-1
8.3 Planning Partner Expectations .......................................................................................................... 8-1
8.4 Jurisdictional Annex Preparation Process ......................................................................................... 8-2
8.4.1 Data Collection ............................................................................................................................. 8-2
8.4.2 Hazard Ranking Exercise .............................................................................................................. 8-2
8.4.3 Strengths Weaknesses Obstacles and Opportunities (SWOO) Exercise ....................................... 8-3
8.4.4 Mitigation Strategy Workshop ...................................................................................................... 8-3
8.4.5 Municipal Support Conference Calls ............................................................................................ 8-3
8.4.6 Jurisdictional Annexes .................................................................................................................. 8-3
8.4.7 Annex Review ............................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.5 Coverage Under the Plan .................................................................................................................. 8-5
SECTION 9. JURISDICTIONAL ANNEXES ........................................................................................... 8.5-1
9.1 Galveston County ........................................................................................................................... 9.1-1
9.1.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.1-1
9.1.2 County Profile ............................................................................................................................ 9.1-2
9.1.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.1-2
9.1.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.1-8
9.1.5 Growth/Development Trends ..................................................................................................... 9.1-9
9.1.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.1-10
9.1.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.1-11
9.2 City of Bayou Vista ........................................................................................................................ 9.2-1
9.2.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.2-1
9.2.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.2-1
9.2.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.2-1
9.2.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.2-8
9.2.5 Growth/Development Trends ..................................................................................................... 9.2-9
9.2.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.2-10
9.2.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.2-17
9.3 City of Clear Lake Shores .............................................................................................................. 9.3-1
9.3.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.3-1
9.3.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.3-1
9.3.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.3-1
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9.3.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance .......................................................... 9.3-10
9.3.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.3-11
9.3.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.3-11
9.3.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.3-19
9.4 City of Dickinson ........................................................................................................................... 9.4-1
9.4.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.4-1
9.4.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.4-1
9.4.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.4-2
9.4.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance .......................................................... 9.4-11
9.4.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.4-12
9.4.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.4-13
9.4.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.4-19
9.5 City of Friendswood ....................................................................................................................... 9.5-1
9.5.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.5-1
9.5.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.5-2
9.5.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.5-2
9.5.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance .......................................................... 9.5-11
9.5.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.5-12
9.5.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.5-13
9.5.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.5-21
9.6 City of Hitchcock ........................................................................................................................... 9.6-1
9.6.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.6-1
9.6.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.6-1
9.6.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.6-1
9.6.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.6-9
9.6.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.6-10
9.6.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.6-11
9.6.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.6-18
9.7 Jamaica Beach ................................................................................................................................ 9.7-1
9.7.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.7-1
9.7.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.7-1
9.7.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.7-1
9.7.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.7-8
9.7.5 Growth/Development Trends ..................................................................................................... 9.7-9
9.7.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.7-10
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9.7.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.7-17
9.8 City of Kemah ................................................................................................................................ 9.8-1
9.8.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.8-1
9.8.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.8-1
9.8.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.8-1
9.8.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.8-9
9.8.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.8-10
9.8.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.8-11
9.8.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.8-18
9.9 City of La Marque .......................................................................................................................... 9.9-1
9.9.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ............................................................................................. 9.9-1
9.9.2 Jurisdictional Profile .................................................................................................................. 9.9-1
9.9.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ............................................................... 9.9-1
9.9.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ............................................................ 9.9-9
9.9.5 Growth/Development Trends ................................................................................................... 9.9-10
9.9.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ................................................................................................ 9.9-11
9.9.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ...................................................................................... 9.9-18
9.10 City of League City ...................................................................................................................... 9.10-1
9.10.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ....................................................................................... 9.10-1
9.10.2 Jurisdictional Profile ............................................................................................................ 9.10-1
9.10.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ......................................................... 9.10-1
9.10.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance .................................................... 9.10-10
9.10.5 Growth/Development Trends ............................................................................................. 9.10-12
9.10.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment .......................................................................................... 9.10-12
9.10.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ............................................................................... 9.10-20
9.11 City of Santa Fe ............................................................................................................................ 9.11-1
9.11.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ....................................................................................... 9.11-1
9.11.2 Jurisdictional Profile ............................................................................................................ 9.11-1
9.11.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ......................................................... 9.11-1
9.11.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance .................................................... 9.11-10
9.11.5 Growth/Development Trends ............................................................................................. 9.11-11
9.11.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment .......................................................................................... 9.11-12
9.11.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ............................................................................... 9.11-20
9.12 Village of Tiki Island ................................................................................................................... 9.12-1
9.12.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team ....................................................................................... 9.12-1
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9.12.2 Jurisdictional Profile ............................................................................................................ 9.12-1
9.12.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration ......................................................... 9.12-1
9.12.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance ...................................................... 9.12-7
9.12.5 Growth/Development Trends ............................................................................................... 9.12-9
9.12.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment ............................................................................................ 9.12-9
9.12.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization ............................................................................... 9.12-17
SECTION 8: PLANNING PARTNERSHIP
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SECTION 8. PLANNING PARTNERSHIP
This section provides a description of the Galveston County’s HMP update planning partnership, their
responsibilities throughout the planning process, and the jurisdictional annexes developed as a result of their
plan update efforts.
8.1 PLAN MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
encourages multi-jurisdictional planning for hazard
mitigation. All participating jurisdictions must meet the
requirements of Chapter 44 of the Code of Federal
Regulations (44 CFR):
“Multi-jurisdictional plans (e.g., watershed plans) may be
accepted, as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has
participated in the process and has officially adopted the
plan” [Section 201.6a(4)]
For the Galveston County HMP update, a Planning Partnership was formed to leverage resources and to meet
requirements for the federal Disaster Mitigation Action of 2000 (DMA) for as many eligible governments as
possible. Members of the Planning Partnership consisted of representatives from each jurisdiction. The DMA
defines a local government as follows:
Any county, municipality, city, town, township , public authority, school district, special district, intrastate
district, council of governments (regardless of whether the council of governments is incorporated as a
nonprofit corporation under State law), regional or interstate government entity, or agency or instrumentality
of a local government; any Indian tribe or authorized tribal organization, or Alaska Native village or
organization; and any rural community, unincorporated town or village, or other public entity.
Each participating planning partner has prepared a jurisdictional annex to this plan. These annexes, as well as
information on the process by which they were created, are contained in this volume.
8.2 INITIAL SOLICITATION AND LETTERS OF INTENT
Galveston County solicited the participation of all municipalities in the County at the commencement of this
project. Galveston County and 11 municipalities in the County participated in the update process and have met
the minimum requirements of participation as established by the County and Steering Committee.
8.3 PLANNING PARTNER EXPECTATIONS
The Planning Partners agreed to the following planning partner expectations, which were outlined in the letter
sent by Galveston County on September 20, 2021 and confirmed at the kick-off meeting held on September 29,
2021 (see Appendix C [Meeting Documentation] for details):
• Provide representation at regular planning group meetings and workshops.
• Be responsible for providing data and information as requested.
Members of the Planning Partnership have the
expertise to develop the plan and have their
jurisdiction’s authority to implement the mitigation
strategy developed during the planning process.
The Planning Partnership is responsible for
developing and reviewing draft sections of the plan,
updating their respective annex, creating the
mitigation strategy for their jurisdiction, and
adopting the final plan.
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• Review and comment on data and information compiled by the contract consultant relevant to their
jurisdiction.
• Be responsible for completing plan documents specific to your municipality, using provided templates
with guidance and assistance by the contract consultant.
• Assist with the identification of stakeholders within your community that should be informed and
potentially involved with the planning process.
• Facilitate public outreach efforts with residents and local stakeholders within your community using
materials provided by the contract consultant.
• Assist with the identification of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and obstacles to implementing
natural hazard mitigation within your community.
• Assist with the identification of past, ongoing and appropriate future mitigation strategies and activities
within your municipality.
• Review and comment on plan documents, specifically the draft and final plans prior to submission to
TDEM and FEMA.
As described in Section 7 (Plan Maintenance), the planning partnership is intended to remain active beyond the
regulatory update to support plan maintenance. Regarding the composition of the Steering and Planning
Committees, it is recognized that individual commitments change over time, and it will be the responsibility of
each jurisdiction and its representatives to inform the HMP Coordinator of any changes in representation.
8.4 JURISDICTIONAL ANNEX PREPARATION PROCESS
New to the 2022 HMP, jurisdictional annexes were used to provide a unique, stand-alone guide to mitigation
planning for each participating jurisdiction. The Galveston County HMP Update is organized so that there is an
annex for Galveston County and for every participating jurisdiction. Section 9 (Jurisdictional Annexes) includes
an annex for every jurisdiction in Galveston County.
8.4.1 Data Collection
Each jurisdiction was paired with a contract consultant mitigation planner to work with the mitigation team to
update their annexes. Each jurisdiction was asked to participate in a municipal kick-off meeting, held on
September 29, 2021 to review participant expectations and the updated information needed to support the annex
update. It was made clear that the annexes are sections of the plan that can be enhanced if more information is
available to further customize any and all aspects of mitigation planning.
8.4.2 Hazard Ranking Exercise
The presentation of the risk assessment and hazard ranking for each jurisdiction was conducted December 21,
2021. At this meeting, the consultant presented the overall risk assessment for the hazards of concern and
distributed jurisdiction-specific handouts with risk assessment results relevant to each plan participant. In
addition, each planning partner was asked to review the ranked hazards specific for its jurisdiction. Refer to
Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) for the methodology of the hazard ranking process. The calculated ranking was
presented to each jurisdiction and they were asked to review the ranking and revise based on history of events,
probability of occurrence, and the potential impact on people, property, and the economy. In addition, each
jurisdiction was asked to rank their adaptive capacity for each hazard. Refer to Appendix B (Participation
Matrix) for the input submitted by each municipality. The objectives of this exercise were to familiarize the
partnership with how to use the risk assessment as a tool to support other planning and hazard mitigation
processes and to help prioritize types of mitigation actions that should be considered. Hazards that were ranked
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as “high” for each jurisdiction as a result of this exercise were considered to be priorities for identifying
appropriate mitigation actions, although jurisdictions also identified actions to mitigate “medium” or “low”
ranked hazards as appropriate.
8.4.3 Strengths Weaknesses Obstacles and Opportunities (SWOO) Exercise
After the draft risk assessment results were presented and hazard ranking exercise at the second Steering
Committee Meeting on November 18, 2021, attendees participated in a facilitated SWOO session to identify
strengths, weakness or challenges, obstacles and opportunities in hazard mitigation for the County’s hazards of
concern. All SWOO results were compiled and provided as a resource to plan participants at the Mitigation
Strategy Workshop in December 2021. Refer to Appendix B (Participation Matrix) which provides the
information captured by meeting participants during the SWOO session.
8.4.4 Mitigation Strategy Workshop
A mitigation strategy workshop was conducted by the contracted planning consultant on December 2, 2021, for
all participating jurisdictions to support the development of the updated mitigation strategy. To assist with the
identification of implementable and action-oriented mitigation actions, the participating jurisdictions were
provided with tools to help identify mitigation strategies: public survey responses, potential mitigation actions
for each jurisdiction, and FEMA Mitigation Ideas. The purpose of this workshop was to guide the planning
partnership in completing this portion of the planning process and discuss how projects that are well developed
and documented are more quickly identifiable for selection when grants become available.
At the workshop, the Planning Partnership focused on developing problem statements based on the impacts of
hazards in the County and their communities. The results of the updated risk assessment, challenges and
opportunities identified during the capability assessment update and SWOO sessions, and information gathered
from the public survey were used to develop mitigation strategies. As a result, a mitigation workbook was
compiled with potential mitigation actions for the County and participating jurisdictions. This workbook helped
form a bridge between the hazard risk assessment, which quantifies impacts to each community, with the
development of achievable mitigation strategies. Mitigation development worksheets were filled out by each
municipality to identify additional problem statements and draft action worksheets were developed.
8.4.5 Municipal Support Conference Calls
In addition to the municipal kick-off meeting, municipal support conference calls were held throughout the
planning process. During these calls, the consultant worked one-on-one with the planning partners to complete
their jurisdictional annexes. Each section of the annex was discussed to ensure accuracy and completeness. This
included, but not limited to, the following:
• Reviewing the calculated hazard ranking for the jurisdiction and provide input to adjust the ranking as
necessary.
• Updating information regarding the jurisdiction’s capabilities and past integration of hazard mitigation
concepts.
• Identify mitigation initiatives that have reasonable potential to be accomplished within the lifespan of the
County HMP (five years), including both FEMA-eligible projects and those projects using funds from
non-FEMA sources.
8.4.6 Jurisdictional Annexes
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While the jurisdictional annex format is designed to document and assure local compliance with the DMA 2000
regulations, its greater purpose and function includes:
• Providing a locally-relevant synthesis of the overall mitigation plan that can be readily presented,
distributed, and maintained;
• Facilitating local understanding of the community’s risk to natural hazards;
• Facilitating local understanding of the community’s capabilities to manage natural hazard risk, including
opportunities to improve those capabilities;
• Facilitating local understanding of the efforts the community has taken, and plans to take, to reduce their
natural hazard risk;
• Facilitating the implementation of mitigation strategies, including the development of grant applications;
• Providing a framework by which the community can continue to capture relevant data and information
for future plan updates.
It is recognized that each jurisdiction’s annex is a “living” document and will continue to be improved as
resources permit. As such, its design is intended to promote and accommodate continued efforts to maintain the
annex to be current and to improve the effectiveness of the annex as the key tool, reference and guiding document
by which the jurisdiction will implement hazard mitigation locally.
The following provides a description of the various elements of the jurisdictional annex.
Section 9.X.1: Hazard Mitigation Planning Team: Identifies the hazard mitigation planning team who
provided input during the planning process. Further detail is provided in Section 2 (Planning Process) and
Appendix B (Participation Matrix).
Section 9.X.2: Jurisdictional Profile: Provides an overview and profile of the jurisdiction, including an
identification of areas of known and anticipated future development and the vulnerability of those areas to the
hazards of concern.
Section 9.X.3: Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration: This subsection provides an inventory
and evaluation of the jurisdiction’s tools, mechanisms and resources available to support hazard mitigation and
natural hazard risk reduction. Within the municipal annexes, tables provide an inventory of the municipality's
planning and regulatory, administrative and technical, and fiscal, capabilities, respectively. Further, another table
identifies the municipality's level of participation in state and federal programs designed to promote and
incentivize local risk reduction efforts. Further information regarding Federal, State and local capabilities may
be found in the Capability Assessment portion of Section 5.
Section 9.X.4: National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance: A tabular summary of the specific
information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain, including current and future
compliance with the NFIP.
Section 9.X.5: Growth/Development Trends: Identifies of areas of known and anticipated future
development and the vulnerability of those areas to the hazards of concern.
Section 9.X.6: Jurisdictional Risk Assessment:
• Hazard Extent and Location: Each annex includes a map (or series of maps) illustrating identified hazard
zones and critical facilities. Further, these maps show areas of known or anticipated future development,
as available and provided by the jurisdiction.
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• Hazard Event History: Identifies hazard events that have caused significant impacts within the
jurisdiction, including a summary characterization of those impacts as identified by the jurisdiction. The
documentation of events and losses is critical to supporting the identification and justification of
appropriate mitigation actions, including providing critical data for benefit-cost analysis. It is recognized
that this “inventory” of events and losses is a work-in-progress and may continue to be improved as
resources permit. As such, the lack of data or information for a specific event does not necessarily mean
that the jurisdiction did not suffer significant losses during that event.
• Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities: This subsection provides information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Full data and information on the hazards of concern,
the methodology used to develop the vulnerability assessments, and the results of those assessments that
serve as the basis of these local risk rankings may be found in Section 4 (Risk Assessment).
Section 9.X.7: Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization: This section discusses and provides the status of past
mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and prioritization.
• Past Mitigation Initiative Status: Where applicable, a review of progress on the jurisdiction’s prior
mitigation strategy is presented, identifying the disposition of each prior action, project or initiative in the
jurisdiction’s updated mitigation strategy. Other completed or on-going mitigation activities that were
not specifically part of a prior local mitigation strategy may be included in this sub-section as well.
• Additional Mitigation Efforts: Other completed or on-going mitigation activities that were not
specifically part of a prior local mitigation strategy may be included in this subsection as well.
• Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the Plan Update: Table 9.X-16 presents the jurisdiction’s
updated mitigation strategy. As indicated, applicable mitigation actions, projects and initiatives are further
documented on an Action Worksheet which provides details on the project identification, evaluation,
prioritization and implementation process. Table 9.X-17 provides a summary of the local mitigation
strategy prioritization process discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy).
8.4.7 Annex Review
Workshops and additional meetings (via email and/or teleconference) to complete the jurisdictional annexes
were held with the Steering Committee and Planning Partnership throughout the planning process. In preparation
for the draft plan public review, each jurisdiction was asked to have their ‘mitigation team’ review their annex
to ensure it was complete and accurate for posting to the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management’s
mitigation website. To demonstrate broad and comprehensive review and input, each jurisdiction collected
signatures from these representatives. Refer to Appendix B (Participation Matrix) to review the annex signature
pages.
In summary, all participating communities and the County completed the planning partner expectations and
annex-preparation process. Details regarding these meetings are described further in Section 2 (Planning
Process) and Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy). Completed jurisdictional annexes are presented in Section 9
(Jurisdictional Annexes).
8.5 COVERAGE UNDER THE PLAN
The County and 11 jurisdictions met the participation requirements specified by the Steering Committee. Any
non-participating local jurisdiction within the Galveston County planning area can “dock” to this plan in the
future following the linkage procedures defined in Appendix G (Linkage Procedures).
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Table 8-1 lists the status of each participating jurisdiction and their ultimate status in this plan update. Refer to
Appendix B (Participation Matrix) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation) for details on participation and
meeting attendance.
Table 8-1. Jurisdictional Status
Municipality
Attended
Workshops
and/or Meetings
and Project
Calls
Provided Update on
Past Projects
Submitted
Mitigation
Actions for
Current Plan
Seeking Approval
for Adoption
(meets all previous
requirements)
Galveston County X X X X
Bayou Vista (C) X X X X
Clear Lake Shores (C) X X X X
Dickinson (C) X X X X
Friendswood (C) X X X X
Hitchcock (C) X X X X
Jamaica Beach (C) X X X X
Kemah (C) X X X X
La Marque (C) X X X X
League City (C) X X X X
Santa Fe (C) X X X X
Tiki Island (V) X X X X
N/A = Not applicable.
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SECTION 9. JURISDICTIONAL ANNEXES
9.1 GALVESTON COUNTY
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for Galveston County and includes resources and information to
assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
Galveston County and who in Galveston County participated in the planning process, an assessment of the
Galveston County’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in Galveston County, and an action
plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.1.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Galveston County followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of this
plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many Galveston County
departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented the
community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing input
from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the annex
development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.1-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Laura Norman Deputy Emergency
Management Coordinator
Member of the Steering Committee and HMP Coordinator for the
planning process; attended meetings; worked with municipalities;
provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
Lee Crowder Road Administrator, County
Roads and Bridges
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
Martha Lee Assistant Director, Parks and
Cultural Services
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
Michael Shannon County Engineer,
Engineering & Right of Way
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
Randy Valcin
Director of Public Health
Surveillance, Galveston
County Health District
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
William Riordan Facilities Director, County
Facilities
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
James Gentile
Director of Contract
Services, County Contract
Services
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
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Name Title Method of Participation
Julie Diaz Director, Parks and Cultural
Services
Member of the Steering Committee; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
9.1.2 County Profile
Refer to Section 3 (County Profile) for details.
9.1.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
Galveston County performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and policies
that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes the
components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities Galveston County identified for integration
of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to Galveston County, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.1-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Texas Administrative
Code § 5.4008 The 2018
International Building
Code (IBC)
The 2018 International
Residential Code (IRC)
NFPA
State Texas
Department of
Insurance
How does this reduce risk?
By using the IRC, IBC and NFPA, the highest standards are assured for County construction to reduce the risk of hazards and protect both
lives and property.
Zoning/Land Use Code No No - - -
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
Subdivision Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Site Plan Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Storm Water MS4
Pollution Control Order
2012
County Galveston
County Health
District
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management reduces the risk of pollutants that may have the potential to endanger local residents.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
This is covered by both Nuisance Abatement and the Building Code to reduce the risk of hazards and protect both lives and property.
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure ensures that property owners are aware of historical disaster impacts and gives them information necessary to plan for
and mitigate future disasters.
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Texas Administrative
Code 30
TCEQ and
GCHD
GCHD
How does this reduce risk?
TAC 30 provides guidance to reduce risk to lives, property and the environment by setting standards for pollution control and impact
mitigation. Environmental systems that protect development are identified and mapped through the County Engineering and Road and Bridge
departments. Environmental policies protect air, land, and aquatic ecosystems.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Galveston County
Floodplain Regulations
August 2019
County Galveston
County
Engineering
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain regulations reduce risk to lives and property by ensuring mitigation measures are put into place for repetitive loss properties and
new construction.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Texas Government Code
Chapter 418
State Texas Division
of Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management requirements provide for the planning, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities necessary for a
high impact coastal community.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No Galveston County Debris
Management Plan
County Road and Bridge
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Planning in advance for the removal and management of disaster related debris reduces the risk to lives and property from dan gerous debris
and vermin and begins the rebuilding process for the entire community.
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No Galveston County
Floodplain Regulations
August 2019
County Engineering
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain regulations reduce risk to lives and property by ensuring mitigation measures are put into place for repetitive loss properties and
new construction.
Stormwater Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan Yes Yes Galveston County Dune
Protection and Beach
Access Plan September
2006, Texas Coastal
Resiliency Master Plan
2019
Local, State General Land
Office
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline management reduces the risk to lives and property through regulations designed to minimize the impact of natural hazards and
manmade activities to the coastal environment.
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan Yes Yes Texas Agri-Life
Extension Service
Galveston
County
Agricultural
Extension
Galveston
County
Agricultural
Extension
How does this reduce risk?
Agricultural planning reduces the risk to the animals and community during times of disaster.
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes Galveston County
Emergency Management
Plan 2017
County GCOEM
How does this reduce risk?
The Galveston County Emergency Management Plan details both short-term response and long-term recovery plans that address
communications, evacuation, and housing necessary for a variety of hazards that impact the community.
Continuity of Operations Plan Yes No Each department
maintains their own
COOP
County Individual
Departments
How does this reduce risk?
COOP plans ensure that disasters of all hazards will not interrupt essential services necessary for the protection of lives and property during
times of disaster.
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
Yes Yes Galveston County is on
the UASI Regional
THIRA
UASI and
HGAC
GCOEM
How does this reduce risk?
By coordinating on a regional THIRA, Galveston County reduces the risks of hazards and threats that potentially impact the en tire region.
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan Yes No Annex J County GCOEM and
Long Term
Recovery Group
How does this reduce risk?
By preparing for recovery in advance, potential impact from hazards can be mitigated through planned response and recovery ac tivities.
Public Health Plan Yes No Annex H County GCHD and
GCOEM
How does this reduce risk?
By preparing for public health emergencies, mitigation, response, and recovery activities can be coordinated throughout the County to reduce
the risk to lives and impact to the community.
Other - - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of Galveston County to oversee and track development.
Table 9.1-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Engineering
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes Through Engineering
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Unknown -
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to Galveston County and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
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Table 9.1-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board No -
Zoning Board of Adjustments No -
Planning Department Yes GCOEM
Mitigation Planning Committee Yes GCOEM
Environmental Board/Commission Yes GCHD
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee Yes Dane Carlson
Public Works/Highway Department Yes Lee Crowder
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department
Yes Engineering
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department Yes GCOEM, Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, and
Galveston County Ambulance Authority
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals)
Yes Blackboard Connect and IPAWS
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.)
Yes Facilities, Parks, and Road & Bridge
Mutual aid agreements No -
Human Resources Manual Yes HR
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices
Yes Engineering
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices
Yes Engineering
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards
Yes Engineering
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis
No -
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments
Yes GCOEM, Nuisance Abatement, Road & Bridge, Parks
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
Yes Engineering and GCOEM
Scientist familiar with natural hazards Yes GCHD
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes GCOEM
Grant writer(s) Yes Grants Department
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to Galveston County.
Table 9.1-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes
Capital improvements project funding Yes
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service Those are through utility districts
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Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds Yes
Incur debt through special tax bonds Unknown
Incur debt through private activity bonds Unknown
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs Yes
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to Galveston County.
Table 9.1-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Social media, press releases, website, community outreach and
publications.
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes In GCOEM and IT
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes GCOEM.org provides preparedness information for all hazards.
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes GCOEM uses social media to provide preparedness information for
all hazards.
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
Yes LEPC and the Texas City – La Marque Citizen Advisory Committee
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
Yes GCOEM Community Outreach
Warning systems for hazard events Yes IPAWS and Blackboard Connect
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools Yes GCOEM provides Disaster and Emergency Guides to the schools for
children and adults
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to Galveston County.
Table 9.1-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) N/A - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS)
N/A - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
Yes 5-7
Storm Ready Certification Yes - 2020
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
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N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.1-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Adaptive Capacity - Strong/Moderate/Weak*
Coastal and Inland Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricanes and Tropical Storm Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Thunderstorm Wind Moderate
Tornadoes Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.1.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.1-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
Yes, it is maintained in the Grants Department.
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
The County has a list of approximately 3000 residents in
unincorporated Galveston County who have property
that has flooded two or more times. It is unknown if
they are interested in mitigation.
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NFIP Topic Comments
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
Yes, after Hurricane Harvey two properties were listed
as substantially damaged and were sent letters.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
Approximately 1,000 homes have been mitigated in
unincorporated Galveston County through FEMA and
HUD funded projects.
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
No. The maps are based on outdated riverine modelling.
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Engineering
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes, one.
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? No
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
No
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Permit review, inspections, GIS
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
Inspect existing structure. Review labor / material bid.
Bid cannot exceed 50% of structures appraised value.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? Relatively new maps based on 40-year-old modeling.
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
No
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? 2021
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Regulations of Galveston County, Texas for Floodplain
Management
August 15, 2019
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Exceeds minimum requirements by requiring permits
both within and outside of Special Flood Hazard Areas.
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
No
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
No
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.1.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
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The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.1-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 437 163 526 192 496 146 415 116 461 153 463 117
Multi-Family 1 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 1 0 0 0
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
520 0 420 0 424 0 388 0 423 0 465 0
Total Permits
Issued 958 163 946 192 923 146 804 116 885 153 928 117
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
Pedregal Residential Unknown 3704 Pedregal Road,
League City
N/A Construction in progress
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
Field Creek
Crossing Residential
360
manufactured
homes
N/A N/A Anticipated
Bolivar Beach
Resort
RV Park and
Entertainment
Venue
207 RV spots 796 Highway 87, Crystal
Beach N/A Construction in progress
Morehead
subdivision Residential 86 N/A N/A Anticipated
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.1.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Methodology and Tools), Section 4.2
(Identification of Hazards of Concern), Section 4.3 (Hazard Profiles), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide
a detailed summary for the Galveston County’s risk assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard
ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the County of Galveston’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
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Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. Refer to Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking)
for the countywide hazard ranking.
9.1.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.1-11. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
GC 2006-12
Develop GIS System to record
locations of vulnerable
population and structures
Office of
Emergency
Management
The County has a GIS system and
record locations of structure
flooding. Ongoing capability.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
023)
The County continues
to grow and updated
GIS maps are critical
to mitigation and
response.
GCOEM
GC 2011-3 Implement tree and vegetation
trimming/removal program Road and Bridge
Ongoing capability.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
024)
Continual trimming of
vegetation is required
to mitigation the
impact of severe
weather.
Road and Bridge
GC 2011-6
Develop and provide public
information and awareness for
hazards
GCOEM and
applicable county
departments, and
state and federal
agencies
Floodplain maps are available on
County website. Community
outreach for all hazard awareness
is provided year round through
website, social media, public
appearances, newsletters, disaster
guides, publications and training.
Ongoing capability.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
020)
A variety of hazards
impact Galveston
County and
information must be
continually pushed out
to keep the public
prepared.
GCOEM,
Engineering and
Parks
GC 2011-10
Harden critical utility facilities
by purchasing equipment and
installing emergency backup
power (generator) at Public
Works, MUD water plant and
MUD wastewater treatment
facility
MUD and SUD
In progress. Most facilities have
at least one generator, often aging,
but lack redundancy and weather
proofing. Paid for with MUD and
SUD funds.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
004)
Without electricity,
utilities cannot
operate.
MUDs and SUD
GC 2011-21
Implement the Corp of Engineers
study of the Texas City
Hurricane Flood Protection
Project to
improve the current levee system
to provide protection from a
Category 5 storm
Engineering
This is an on-going process. The
Corps of Engineers inspects levee
every year that is funded by the
County.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
010)
Levee was originally
built for a Category 3
storm.
Engineering
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Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
GC 2016-1 Install severe weather warning
systems
GCOEM and
applicable
jurisdictions
Ongoing Capability funded
through the County and NOAA.
Blackboard Connect and IPAWS.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
001)
Severe weather threats
often occur with little
or no warning on the
coast.
GCOEM
GC 2016-2
Stormproof/retrofit critical
facilities and infrastructure
County
Administration
Ongoing capability with a
completed project at the Agrilife
Extension Building funded
through FEMA.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
002)
Critical facilities in a
coastal county require
regular storm
proofing.
Facilities
GC 2016-3
Build storm water detention
ponds
Engineering
coordinate with
developers
The County has storm water
detention regulations for
developments and are
administered by County Engineer.
Ongoing capability.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
003)
More detention ponds
were needed to
mitigate flooding.
Engineering
GC 2016-4
Secure generators for existing
and new critical facilities and
infrastructure
GCOEM
Ongoing capability. Generators
are being added to new facilities
and to existing structures through
County and FEMA funding.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
004)
Severe weather
impacted electrical
service to critical
facilities.
Facilities
GC 2016-5 Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition)
Repetitive Flood Claim / Severe
Repetitive Loss (RFC/SRL)
properties
GCOEM
Mitigation projects have been
completed on the Dickinson
Community Center and Pioneer
House. Ongoing though out the
County.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
005)
Flood waters damaged
facilities.
Facilities
GC 2016-6
Develop applicable plans and
studies to address hazard
mitigation
GCOEM
Plans and annexes are maintained
regularly by the GCOEM.
Ongoing capability funded
through the County.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
006)
Galveston County is
regularly impacted by
a variety of hazards.
GCOEM
GC 2016-7
Widen drainage systems and
culverts
Engineering and
applicable
jurisdictions and
water district
Ongoing.
Ave L Drainage is being widened
with CDBG funds.
Several projects have been
identified for improvements
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
007)
Culverts at 9 locations
in Algoa/Alta Loma
area
Engineering
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Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
GC 2016-8
Install lightning grounding
systems and protection devices
on critical facilities/infrastructure
Engineering
Ongoing capability on County
facilities.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
008)
Lightening causes
damages to critical
facilities.
Facilities
GC 2016-9
Improve and enforce regulations
and permit requirements to
promote hazard mitigation
strategies
GCOEM and
applicable
departments
The County continues to enforce
floodplain regulations. Ongoing
capability paid for by County
funds.
Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
009)
Hazard mitigation is
an ongoing need.
Engineering
GC 2016-10 Construct High Island
Community Shelter GCOEM
Completed No - -
GC 2016-11
Implement the Corp of Engineers
study of the Galveston County
Water Reservoir Dam and Levee
system
GCOEM and
applicable
departments
In Progress Yes
(as 2022-
Galveston
County-
010)
- Engineering and
Road/Bridge
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-15
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.1-14, the County did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
Galveston County participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.1-12. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure X X X X X
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives Galveston
County would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may be
previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-16
2022 Update
Table 9.1-13. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Galveston
County-
001
Severe weather
warning
systems
Problem: Severe weather
threats often occur with
little or no warning on the
coast.
Solution: Install severe
weather warning systems
Both Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tsunami
1, 2,
3
1 to 5
years
Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
High High EAP PI
2022-
Galveston
County-
002
Critical
facilities storm
proofing
Problem: Critical facilities
in a coastal county require
regular storm proofing.
Solution:
Stormproof/retrofit critical
facilities and infrastructure
Both Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2
1 to 5
years
Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
003
Flood control Problem: More detention
ponds are needed to
mitigate flooding.
Solution: Build storm water
detention ponds
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm
1, 2
1 to 5
years
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
004
Backup
generators
Problem: Severe weather
impacts electrical service to
critical facilities.
Solution: Secure generators
for existing and new critical
facilities and infrastructure,
including Public Works,
MUD water plant, and
MUD wastewater treatment
facility.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
1, 2
1 to 5
years
Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC),
MUD
Funds,
SUD
Funds
Without
electricity,
utilities and
critical
facilities
cannot
operate.
High High SIP SP
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-17
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
2022-
Galveston
County-
005
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters
damaged facilities.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe
Repetitive Loss (RFC/SRL)
properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm
1, 2
1 to 5
years
Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
006
Plan and study
development
Problem: Galveston County
is regularly impacted by a
variety of hazards.
Solution: Develop
applicable plans and studies
to address hazard
mitigation.
Both All Hazards 1, 2,
3, 4
1 to 5
years
Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Increase
hazard
awareness
Low High EAP PI,
ES
2022-
Galveston
County-
007
Flood control
systems
Problem: Culverts at 9
locations in Algoa/Alta
Loma area are not adequate
Solution: Widen drainage
systems and culverts.
Both Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm
1, 2 1 to 5
years
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
008
Lightning
Grounding
Problem: Lightning causes
damages to critical
facilities.
Solution: Install lightning
grounding systems and
protection devices on
critical facilities/
infrastructure.
Both Lightning 1, 2 1 to 5
years
Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
009
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
County
regulations and
permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation
is an ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and
enforce County regulations
and permit requirements to
Both All Hazards 1, 2,
3, 4
1 to 5
years
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-18
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category promote hazard mitigation
strategies. This includes
restricting development or
requiring enhanced
building techniques in
floodplains and mapped
high-hazard areas.
2022-
Galveston
County-
010
Dam and Levee
Study
Implementation
Problem: The County lacks
data on dams and levees.
Solution: Implement the
Corp of Engineers study of
the Galveston County
Water Reservoir Dam and
Levee system and the
Texas City Hurricane Flood
Protection Project.
Both Dam & Levee
Failure
1, 2,
4
Ongoing County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Galveston
County-
011
Insulation Problem: The Galveston
County Emergency
Management Facility is
vulnerable to extreme cold
on the second and third
floors.
Solution: Install insulation
in the roof of the third floor
and under the second-floor
overhang.
Existing Severe Winter
Storm, Utility
Failure
1, 2 Five Years Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
$200,000 High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
012
Bacliff
Stormwater
Improvement
Problem: The Bacliff area
of Galveston County has
storm water restrictions due
to a bowl effect of the
surrounding state highways
( SH 146, SH 646 Grand
Ave) and high elevation
bluff along Galveston Bay.
Solution: Improve channel
drains and culvert crossing
thru the State Highways.
Both Flood 1, 2 Five Years TXDOT,
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect
residential
homes from
flooding
$10
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-19
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Galveston
County-
013
Bolivar
Peninsula
Beach Erosion
(High Island to
Gilchrist)
Problem: Beach erosion is
impacting SH 87 between
High Island and Gilchrist.
Solution: Complete Beach
and Dune replenishment
project.
Both Coastal
Erosion
1, 2 Five Years GLO, County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Reduce loss of
life during
evacuations
from
Hurricanes
$20
million
High NSP NR
2022-
Galveston
County-
014
Bolivar
Peninsula
Beach Erosion
(Gilchrist to
Crystal Beach)
Problem: Beach and Dune
loss in the erroring beach
from Gilchrist west to
Crystal Beach.
Solution: Design, permit &
build an engineered beach
and dune renourishment for
all of the Bolivar Peninsula
beaches.
Both Coastal
Erosion
1, 2 Five Years GLO, County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect
residential
homes from
flooding
$5
million
High NSP NR
2022-
Galveston
County-
015
Cloud Bayou
Floodplain
Management
Problem: Cloud Bayou is
restricted and confined,
limiting the volume of
stormwater discharge to
Galveston Bay.
Solution: Complete channel
and crossing improvements.
Both Flood 1, 2 Five Years GC DD#1,
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect
residential
homes from
flooding
$15
million
High NSP NR
2022-
Galveston
County-
016
San Leon
Stormwater
Improvement
Problem: The San Leon
area of Galveston County
has storm water restrictions
due undersized channels,
culverts, and restrictions of
the shallow Factory Bayou
system. Factory Bayou is
tidally influenced and often
impacted by storm surges.
Solution: Improve channel
drains and culvert crossing ,
control sediment transfer in
bayou, saltwater barrier.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 Ten Years TXDOT,
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect
residential
homes from
flooding
$20
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Galveston
County-
017
Willow Bayou
Floodplain
Management
Problem: Willow Bayou is
restricted and confined,
limiting the volume of
Both Flood 1, 2 Five Years GC DD#1,
County
Engineer,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
Protect
residential
homes from
flooding
$10
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-20
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category stormwater discharge to
Galveston Bay.
Solution: Complete channel
and crossing improvements.
Engineering &
Right of Way
HMGP,
BRIC)
2022-
Galveston
County-
018
Locate Safe
Rooms to
Minimize
Damage
Problem: Severe storms can
pose a significant risk of
hail, tornadoes and
windstorms in Galveston
County.
Solution: Identify and
locate safe rooms and areas
in County buildings.
Both Hail, Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind
1, 2 Ongoing Facilities
Director,
County
Facilities
Staff
Time
Prevention of
loss of life.
N/A High EAP PI
2022-
Galveston
County-
019
Pandemic
Planning /
Mitigation
Problem: A pandemic of
any nature poses high threat
for Galveston County and
critical infrastructure
therewithin. As seen with
COVID-19, impacts to the
area are necessarily limited
to the pandemic virus itself,
but the measures put into
place by local, state and
federal governments. These
measures impact the entire
population on the
individual level to their
ability to work, seek
medical treatment, and their
ability to provide for their
household. The nature of
this hazard is unlike any
other threat the county
could face and requires a
whole community approach
for mitigation and response
actions.
Solution: There isn’t a
simple solution to a
pandemic, but taking best
practices and lessons
Both Pandemic 1, 2,
3
One Year Director of
Public Health
Surveillance,
Galveston
County Health
District,
Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator,
UTMB, HCA,
local
governments,
and EMs
Staff
Time,
General
Funds
Risk
reduction,
mitigation
actions
delineated,
workforce
surge plans
$2
million
High LPR,
EAP
PR,
PI
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-21
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category learned from COVID-19 is
an excellent starting point.
Bringing public health,
local government,
emergency management,
hospital systems, critical
infrastructure, in-patient
and outpatient
medical/behavioral health
services are just some of
the disciplines needed for
developing, training and
exercising mitigation and
response tactics and
strategies in Galveston
County.
2022-
Galveston
County-
020
Public
Information:
Mitigation,
Preparedness,
Response and
Recovery
Problem: Mitigation,
preparedness, response and
recovery information
specific to Galveston
County needs to reach
Galveston County residents
using a variety of
methodologies in order to
enable the resilience of
residents of Galveston
County including
vulnerable populations and
those in high-risk areas.
Solution: Develop and
provide public information
and awareness for hazards,
including information on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Communication must be
pushed out in a variety of
formats and the information
must be tailored to
specifically address the
hazards and threats to
Galveston County. Digital,
Both All Hazards 1, 2,
3
Ongoing Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator,
County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way,
Assistant
Director,
Parks and
Cultural
Services
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC),
General
Fund
Critical
information is
received by
the right
people at the
right time in
order to save
lives and
property.
$250,000
Annually
High EAP PI
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-22
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category hard copy and audio/visual
products must be created
and distributed within the
County to address issues
regarding residential
mitigation
recommendations, safety
and security, access to
food, water and shelter
during disasters, health and
medical, power and fuel,
communications,
transportation and
hazardous materials
response.
2022-
Galveston
County-
021
Map and Assess
Vulnerability
Problem: Coastal
communities may be at risk
to powerful flooding and
inundation.
Solution: Using GIS,
drones and LIDAR (light
detection and ranging) to
map areas that are
vulnerable to inundation by
tsunamis, coastal erosion
and retreat and flooding
(coastal and inland).
Developing and
maintaining a database to
track community
vulnerability to tsunamis,
coastal erosion and retreat
and flooding (coastal and
inland). Offering hazard
mapping online for
residents and design
professionals.
Both Tsunami,
Coastal
Erosion, Flood
1, 2 Ongoing Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and critical
infrastructure.
$1
million
High EAP PI
2022-
Galveston
County-
022
NFIP
Compliance
Problem:
Community may be at risk
to flooding and inundation.
Both Flood 1, 2,
3
Ongoing County
Engineer,
Staff
Time,
General
Fund
Prevention of
loss of life
and critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-23
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: Implement
floodplain management
programs that, at a
minimum, meet the NFIP
requirements:
• Enforce the flood
damage prevention
ordinance.
• Participate in
floodplain
identification and
mapping updates.
• Provide public
assistance/information
on floodplain
requirements and
impacts.
Engineering &
Right of Way
2022-
Galveston
County-
023
GIS Updates Problem: As the County
continues to grow, updated
GIS maps are critical to
mitigation and response.
Solution: Update GIS
System to record locations
of vulnerable population
and structures
New All Hazards 1, 2 Ongoing Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
2022-
Galveston
County-
024
Tree and
Vegetation
Trimming /
Removal
Problem: Continual
trimming of vegetation is
required to mitigate the
impact of severe weather.
Solution: Continue
implementing the tree and
vegetation trimming /
removal program.
Both Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 Ongoing Road
Administrator,
County Roads
and Bridges
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of utility
services, loss
of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
Low High NSP NR
2022-
Galveston
County-
025
Galveston
County Water
Industrial
Reservoir Dam
Inundation
Mapping
Problem: No inundation
mapping available for the
high-hazard dam located in
the County.
Solution: Pursue
acquisition of inundation
mapping from U.S. Army
Both Dam & Levee
Failure
1, 2,
4
Ongoing County
Engineer,
Engineering &
Right of Way
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and protection
of critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Section 9.1: Galveston County
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.1-24
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem
and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Corps of Engineers, or
other study sources.
2022-
Galveston
County-
026
Repetitive Loss
and Severe
Repetitive Loss
Data
Acquisition
Problem: Countywide RL
and SRL data is not readily
available.
Solution: Pursue
acquisition of RL and SRL
data from the State
Floodplain Management
office or FEMA.
Both Flood 1, 2,
3
Ongoing Deputy
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Staff
Time,
General
Fund
Prevention of
loss of life
and critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
MUD Municipal Utility District
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
SUD Special Utility District
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
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• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.1-14. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Galveston
County-01
Severe weather warning
systems 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-02
Critical facilities storm
proofing 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-03
Flood control 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-04
Backup generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-05
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-06
Plan and study
development 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-07
Flood control systems 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-08
Lightning Grounding 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-09
Integrate mitigation
measures in County
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Galveston
County-10
Dam and Levee Study
Implementation
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Galveston
County-11
Insulation 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-12
Bacliff Stormwater
Improvement
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
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Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Galveston
County-13
Bolivar Peninsula Beach
Erosion (High Island to
Gilchrist)
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Galveston
County-14
Bolivar Peninsula Beach
Erosion (Gilchrist to
Crystal Beach)
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Galveston
County-15
Cloud Bayou Floodplain
Management
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Galveston
County-16
San Leon Stormwater
Improvement
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-17
Willow Bayou
Floodplain Management
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Galveston
County-18
Locate Safe Rooms to
Minimize Damage
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Galveston
County-19
Pandemic Planning /
Mitigation
1 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 9 High
2022-Galveston
County-20
Public Information:
Mitigation,
Preparedness, Response
and Recovery
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-21
Map and Assess
Vulnerability
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Galveston
County-022
NFIP Compliance 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Galveston
County-023
GIS Updates 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Galveston
County-024
Tree and Vegetation
Trimming / Removal
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Galveston
County-025
Galveston County Water
Industrial Reservoir
Dam Inundation
Mapping
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Galveston
County-026
Repetitive Loss and
Severe Repetitive Loss
Data Acquisition
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 9 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
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9.2 CITY OF BAYOU VISTA
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Bayou Vista and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City of Bayou Vista participated in the planning process, an assessment of the
City of Bayou Vista’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of Bayou Vista, and an
action plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.2.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Bayou Vista followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I
of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City
departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented the
community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing input
from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the annex
development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.2-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Chief Jimmie Gillane Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Designated point of contact for planning process; attended
meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event
history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions;
reviewed annex and provided feedback
Russel Buhler Building Inspector Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past
action statuses
9.2.2 Jurisdictional Profile
The City of Bayou Vista is a municipality located in the southern portion of Galveston County. The City is
developed on a series of man-made canals just north of Highland Bayou. According to the U.S. Census, the
2010 population for the City was 1,537. The estimated 2019 population was 1,763, a 14.7 percent increase from
the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community Survey indicate that 1.0 percent of the
population is 5 years of age or younger and 35.1 percent is 65 years of age or older. Communities must deploy
a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.2.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Bayou Vista performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
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• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Bayou Vista identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Bayou Vista, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.2-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 3 – Building and
Construction, 1/26/21
State and Local Building
Inspector
How does this reduce risk?
The Building Code was adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration,
repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures. The
Building Inspector’s responsibilities include the inspection and approval of bulkheads and other shoreline protections. In addition, this chapter
includes Articles addressing flood damage prevention and hazard reduction.
Zoning/Land Use Code No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Subdivision Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Site Plan Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008 – Seller’s
Disclosure of Property
Condition
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 3 - Article
3.04.00 Flood Damage
Prevention and Article
3.05 Provisions for Flood
Hazard Reduction
Federal, State,
County, and
Local
Building
Inspector
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of Article 3.04 to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by adopting methods of reducing flood losses. According to Article 3.05, in all areas of special flood hazards,
provisions are required for all new construction and substantial improvements to be designed or modified to minimize flood da mage and
reduce flooding
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 1 – General
Provisions – Article 1.12
– Emergency
Management 12/27/15
State, County
and Local
Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
The operational cooperative emergency management organization is comprised of personnel of the Galveston County Office of Emergency
Management and appointed personnel of the City of Bayou Vista as designated by the director in the emergency management plan, as well as
volunteer individuals and groups. A comprehensive emergency management plan shall be developed and maintained in a current state. The
emergency management plan shall be considered supplementary to this article and have the effect of law during the time of a disaster.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No 2021 – 2022 City Budget State, County
and Local
Mayor and City
Council
How does this reduce risk?
Although the City’s Budget is not a Capital Improvement Plan it is comprised of a section to fund General Safety and Maintenance Projects,
including flood protection. road and bulkhead repair and a line item for general capital improvements.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes - Local OEM/Police
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Bayou Vista to oversee and track development.
Table 9.2-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
No -
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) No -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Only 6 – residential lots left in city.
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Bayou Vista and
their current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.2-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board No -
Zoning Board of Adjustment No -
Planning Department No -
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee No -
Public Works/Highway Department No -
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department
Yes
The Building and Construction Code appoints a
Building Inspector to enforce the building codes and
restrictions of the City of Bayou Vista, and to
inspect and approve construction work on an as needed
basis under whatever arrangement the Board of
Aldermen deems to be in the best interest the City.
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department
Yes
1, Emergency management, police, coordinate debris
management. The operational cooperative emergency
management organization is comprised of personnel of
the Galveston County Office of Emergency
Management and appointed personnel of the City of
Bayou Vista as designated by the director in the
emergency management plan, as well as volunteer
individuals and groups
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes Warning siren
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) No -
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Mutual aid agreements Yes -
Human Resources Manual Yes -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices
No -
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices No -
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards No -
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis Yes -
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments Yes -
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
No
-
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager No -
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Bayou Vista.
Table 9.2-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) No
Capital improvements project funding No
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service No
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds No
Incur debt through special tax bonds No
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs No
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Bayou Vista.
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Table 9.2-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes City website
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes City secretary
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes
The Flood Map is available on the City’s Webpage under News and
Notices and links are available on the Webpage to FEMA, the State
Department of Emergency Management and the Galveston County
Emergency Management
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes -
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No -
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
Yes -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes -
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Bayou Vista.
Table 9.2-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS)
No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
Yes 04 02/11/2016
Storm Ready Certification No - -
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
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Table 9.2-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Rating
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.2.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.2-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
None
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
None
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
None
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
Building inspector makes determination
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
None
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Building Inspector
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? No
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? No
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NFIP Topic Comments
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, training
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Permit revues, GIS, inspections
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement? 50% of valuation
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? None
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
None
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? 03/02/2021
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Ordinance 3.04.07
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Section 3
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
No
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.2.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.2-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 9 9 0 0 0 0 3 3 9 9 10 10
Multi-Family - - - - - - - - - - - -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- - - - - - - - - - - -
Total Permits
Issued
- - - - - - - - - - - -
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Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.2.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Bayou Vista’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Bayou Vista has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-11
2022 Update
Figure 9.2-1. Bayou Vista Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-12
2022 Update
Figure 9.2-2. Bayou Vista Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-13
2022 Update
Figure 9.2-3. Bayou Vista Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-14
2022 Update
Figure 9.2-4. Bayou Vista Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-15
2022 Update
Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
Bayou Vista’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events (as presented
in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details regarding
municipal-specific loss and damages the City of Bayou Vista experienced during hazard events since the last
hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local
sources.
Table 9.2-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding (DR-
4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in
size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial roof
loss and tree damage consistent with an EF-1
rating from east of the airport through Sunset
Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County).
Low-end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home's roof.
Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
No damages identified by the
municipality.
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates.
This intense morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were inundated
with flood waters nearing homes in Texas
City. Impassable roads due to high water
included the FM 1764 - Emmett Lowry
Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
This intense morning rainfall
produced flash flooding.
Numerous streets were
inundated with flood waters
nearing homes.
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead
Harvey made landfall as a
category 4 hurricane near
Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The
storm then weakened to a
tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over
SE Texas then back over the
Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the
Louisiana coast during the early
morning hours of August 30th.
Over that 5 day period over
Southeast Texas TS Harvey
produced catastrophic flooding
with a large area of 30 to 60
inches of rain, 23 tornadoes,
tropical storm force winds and
a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-16
2022 Update
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area
Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to
east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
No damages identified by the
municipality.
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
The hurricane brought high
surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to
tropical storm force along the
SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf
from 8/26 to 8/27 leading to
flooding of low lying areas and
roads.
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and
other effects. Ten deaths and were reported in
Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
Record cold and windy
conditions gripped Southeast
Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold
and increased demand led to
widespread power outages, loss
of heat for many and led to the
bursting of pipes with some
losing water for many days.
Numerous fatalities resulted
both from hypothermia, carbon
monoxide poisoning and other
effects.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
The storm brought gusty winds
to most of the city Bayou Vista,
causing power outages.
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-17
2022 Update
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in the
Galveston area.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Bayou Vista’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Bayou Vista. The City of Bayou Vista
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Bayou Vista agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.2-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Medium High Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.2.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
Section 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-18
2022 Update
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-19
2022 Update
Table 9.2-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
BV 2006-1
Develop and provide public
information and awareness for
hazards
City of Bayou Vista
Administration In Progress – CRF funding
Yes (as
2022-Bayou
Vista-001)
- -
BV-2011-4
Develop drainage improvement
program to reduce standing water and
runoff, and reduce minor flooding for
residents located in District No.12
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-002)
- -
BV-2011-6
Implement stormwater management
plan to improve drainage during
flood and other weather events
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-003)
- -
BV-2011-7
Develop Master Drainage Plan to
assist in reducing flooding through
increased lowest finish floor
requirements
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-003)
- -
BV-2011-8 Reconstruct/upgrade storm sewer
systems to increase water flow
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-002)
- -
BV-2011-9 Implement water conservation
measures
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-004)
- -
BV-2011-11 Implement best management
practices for securing windblown
debris in canals
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-005)
- -
BV-2011-12 Develop and implement a plan for
canal dredging to reduce sediment
deposited during storm events,
reducing access in canals
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-005)
- -
BV-2011-13 Repair, upgrade or replace water and
sewer infrastructure for 175
connections
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-006)
- -
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-20
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
BV-2011-15:
Implement water conservation
awareness campaign for residents
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-001)
- -
BV-2011-16:
Purchase and install a deflective
shield over two (2) clarifiers
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-006)
- -
BV-2011-17:
Implement a plan for shutting down
water and sewer systems
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-006)
- -
BV-2011-19:
Implement a plan for the hardening
the water system during freeze events
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-006)
- -
BV-2011-21:
Retrofit public buildings and critical
facilities/infrastructure for flood
proofing and hardening needs
Galveston County
MUD #12 -
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-007)
- -
BV 2016-1: Purchase and install severe weather
warning systems City Administration Complete No - -
BV 2016-2: Stormproof/retrofit critical facilities
and infrastructure City Administration No Progress, no funding No - -
BV 2016-3:
Purchase and install generators for
existing and new critical facilities
and infrastructure
City Administration No Progress – no funding
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-008)
- -
BV 2016-4:
Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
and applicable state
and county agencies
No Progress
(as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-009)
- -
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-21
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
BV 2016-5:
Purchase and install lightning
grounding systems and protection
devices on critical
facilities/infrastructure
Engineering
No Progress (as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-010) - -
BV 2016-6:
Update regulations and permit
requirements to address enhanced
hazard mitigation strategies
City Administration
and applicable
departments
No Progress (as 2022-
Bayou
Vista-011) - -
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-22
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.2-14, the City did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Bayou Vista participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.2-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion (no hazard exposure)
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Bayou Vista would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-23
2022 Update
Table 9.2-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Bayou
Vista-
001
Develop and
provide public
information for
residential
mitigation and
awareness for
hazards
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Additionally, outreach methods
are needed informing the
community of immediate danger
from an impending hazard or
updating the public with an
ongoing controlled hazard.
Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the public
of immediate hazard threats or
updated supplemental
information of ongoing hazards
through numerous methods that
could include text messages,
automated “robo calls”, emails,
media outlet press releases,
internet websites and social
media accounts from city
departments. Equipment would
include social monitoring or
crowd source programs, cameras
and hard-shell cases, laptop, and
a dedicated vehicle.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Coastal &
Inland Erosion
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration
PIO,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
002
Drainage
Improvements
Problem: Flooding impacts low-
lying areas.
Solution: Develop drainage
improvement program and
upgrade storm sewer systems to
reduce standing water and
runoff.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-24
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Bayou
Vista-
003
Drainage and
Stormwater
Planning
Problem: Lack of plans to
address citywide drainage and
stormwater hazards.
Solution: Develop and
Implement Master Drainage
Plan and Stormwater
Management Plan.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High LPR PR
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
004
Drought
Conservation
Program
Problem: Need to conserve
water during periods of drought.
Solution: Implement water
conservation measures through a
program to mitigate the drought
hazard.
Both Drought 1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Reduce
economic
impacts
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
005
Canal
Dredging and
Debris Plan
Problem: Storms deposit
sediment and other debris into
canals, reducing access.
Solution: Develop and
implement a plan to dredge
canals and remove windblown
debris after storm events.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Land
Subsidence,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
006
Water and
Sewer System
Upgrades
Problem: Substandard water and
sewer system impacted by storm
events.
Solution: Upgrade water and
sanitary sewer infrastructure
including hardening for storm
events, allowing system
shutdowns during hazard events
as needed to prevent damage to
systems, and installing
deflective shields over clarifiers.
Existing Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
007
Structure and
Infrastructure
Retrofits/
Relocation
Problem: Structures and
infrastructure are located in high
hazard areas that are repeatedly
impacted by hazard events.
Existing All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Coastal &
Inland Erosion
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
MUD #12
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.2-25
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: Where appropriate,
support retrofitting, purchase or
relocation of structures located
in hazard areas, prioritizing
those that have experienced
repetitive losses and/or are
located in high- or medium-risk
hazard areas.
HMGP,
BRIC)
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
008
Emergency
Generators
Problem: Critical facilities lack
backup power.
Solution: Purchase and install
emergency power generators
and connection equipment to
support critical facilities and
infrastructure.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
Engineering
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
009
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters damaged
facilities.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
Engineering
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
0010
Lightning
Grounding
Problem: Lightning causes
damages to critical facilities.
Solution: Install lightning
grounding systems and
protection devices on critical
facilities/infrastructure.
Both Lightning 1, 2 1 to 5
years
Engineering FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Bayou
Vista-
011
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
Problem: Hazard mitigation is
an ongoing need.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
1, 2, 3, 4 1 to 5
years
City
Administration,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
Low High LPR PR,
ES
SECTION 9.2: City of Bayou Vista
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2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category regulations and
permits
Solution: Improve and enforce
community regulations and
permit requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies.
This includes restricting
development or requiring
enhanced building techniques in
floodplains and mapped high-
hazard areas.
Coastal &
Inland Erosion
Building
Inspector
HMGP,
BRIC)
critical
infrastructure.
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
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• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.2-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Bayou Vista-
001
Develop and provide
public information for
residential mitigation
and awareness for
hazards
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
002
Drainage Improvements 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
003
Drainage and
Stormwater Planning 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
004
Drought Conservation
Program 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
005
Canal Dredging and
Debris Plan 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
006
Water and Sewer
System Upgrades 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
007
Structure and
Infrastructure Retrofits/
Relocation
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
008
Emergency Generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
009
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
0010
Lightning Grounding 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Bayou Vista-
011
Integrate mitigation
measures in community
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
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9.3 CITY OF CLEAR LAKE SHORES
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Clear Lake Shores and includes resources and
information to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not
intended as guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be
implemented prior to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a
general overview of the municipality and who in the City of Clear Lake Shores participated in the planning
process, an assessment of the City of Clear Lake Shores’ risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in
the City of Lake Shores, and an action plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.3.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Clear Lake Shores followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in
Volume I of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many
Clear Lake Shores departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact
represented the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements
by securing input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to
contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting
on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.3-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Brent Spier City Admin/EMC Designated point of contact for planning process; attended
meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event history,
past action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex
and provided feedback
Kevin Harrell Building Official Attended meetings; provided information on capabilities, past
event history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions;
reviewed annex and provided feedback
9.3.2 Jurisdictional Profile
Clear Lake Shores is a city in Galveston County, located in the northern portion of the County. The City is
located on Clear Lake, about 22 miles northwest of the City of Galveston. Clear Lake Shores is surro unded by
water on three sides and lies about a mile west of Galveston Bay. The City is governed by a Mayor and five
alderman or councilpersons.
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 1,063. The estimated 2019 population was
1,258, a 18.3 percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Survey indicate that 1.7-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 24.2-percent is 65 years of
age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or
to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.3.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Clear Lake Shores performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs,
and policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment)
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describes the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation
planning. This section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities Clear Lake Shores identified for integration
of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Clear Lake Shores, what is present
in the jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.3-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 14 – Buildings
and Building
Regulations, Adopted
date 04/01/2008 last
revised 7/07/2020
State and
Local
Building Inspector
How does this reduce risk?
It is unlawful for any person, firm or contractor to build, erect, construct, reconstruct or structurally alter any house, building, garage, fence or
other structure without furnishing to the building inspector a plot plan and application as hereinafter provided for and procuring from the
building inspector a written or printed permit for same. The City had adopted the applicable International Building Codes whi ch incorporates
building requirements for hazard protection.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 82 – Zoning,
Adopted date
01/01/1999 last revised
8/04/2020
Local Zoning Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
The zoning regulations and districts as herein established have been made in accordance with a comprehensive plan for the purpose of
promoting health, safety, morals and the general welfare of the city. They have been designed to lessen congestion in the streets, to secure
safety from fire and panic and other danger, to provide adequate light and air, to prevent the overcrowding of land, to avoid undue
concentration of population, and to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and public facilities.
The Chapter provides for a Marine Mixed Zone and a Waterfront Easement District to address flood hazard concerns.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 70 –
Subdivisions, Adopted
date: 12/05/2006
Local Planning Commission
How does this reduce risk?
A Development Plan is required for all divisions of land within the City and shall not be approved unless the proposed development conforms
to the comprehensive plan, plans, rules and ordinances of the city concerning its current and future streets, sidewalks, alleys and public utility
facilities; Receipt of a letter of approval from the city engineer, currently licensed in the State of Texas affirming the conformance of the
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
submitted drainage plan with chapter 66 articles II and III, and chapter 70 of the City Code of Ordinances. In addition, No subdivision of land
shall be approved unless same complies in all respects with the city's flood damage prevention regulations, as found in this Code. Each final
plat shall have depicted thereon applicable boundaries of all flood zones as provided in the latest edition of the federal insurance rate maps.
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Chapter 82 – Zoning
Adopted date
01/01/1999 last revised
8/04/2020
Local Zoning
Administrator/Council
How does this reduce risk?
Site Plan review and approval are required by the Council for certain Zoning Districts or the City will not issue a permit for development. The
application will be reviewed by the city administrator, city building official, fire marshal and police department and other officials as
appropriate or required. The developer shall submit corrected documents, if necessary, before the application proceeds to council. Council
shall hold a public hearing on the site plan and may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove any application. Council may impose
reasonable conditions or changes for approval.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 66 – Streets
Sidewalks and Public
Places Section 93 –
Erosion and Stormwater
Measures, Adopted date:
5/18/2004
Local Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
Erosion control measures shall be implemented prior to commencement of any work. The user shall comply with stormwater management
erosion control that complies with the city, state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines. Requirements may include, but shall not be
limited to, silt fencing around any excavation that will be left overnight, silt fencing in erosion areas until reasonable vegetation is established
and barricade fencing around open holes. High erosion areas shall require wire-backed silt fencing.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008 Adopted
date 1/1/1994.
State Texas Real Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located (X) wholly ( ) partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 38 – Flood
Damage Prevention,
Adopted date:
10/15/2013 last revised
9/07/2021
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Mayor/Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas. In order to accomplish its purposes, this chapter uses the following methods:
(1) Restricting or prohibiting uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in
flood heights or velocities;
(2) Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of
initial construction;
(3) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the
accommodation of floodwaters;
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
(4) Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage;
(5) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood
hazards to other lands.
This Chapter also requires new construction and substantial improvements of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including
basement), elevated to 12 inches above the base flood elevation. New construction and substantial improvements of any commercial,
industrial or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated to 12 inches above the base flood
level or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level the structure is watertight with
walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and
hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 30 – Emergency
Management, Adopted
date 8/21/2012
Local Emergency
Management Director
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the Office of Emergency Management Director of the City of Clear Lake Shores, which shall be held by the city mayor in
accordance with the state law.
(1) An emergency management coordinator may be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the director.
(2) The director shall be responsible for a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for carrying out the duties
and responsibilities set forth in this article. He/she may delegate authority for execution of these duties to the coordinator, but ultimate
responsibility for such execution shall remain with the director.
(3) The operational cooperative emergency management organization is comprised of personnel of the Galveston County Office of
Emergency Management and appointed personnel of the City of Clear Lake Shores as designated by the director in the emergency
management plan, as well as volunteer individuals and groups. These functions and duties of this organization shall be distributed among such
officers and employees of the city in accordance with the terms of the emergency management plan.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No Clear Lake Shores
Strategic Plan – 5-Year
Plan 2019 – 2024,
11/05/2019
Local City Council & EDC
How does this reduce risk?
The plan describes the City’s mission, vision, values, philosophy, and foundations. It also sets goals and action steps to improve four main
strategic areas of emphasis: economic development, communications, community, and infrastructure. The Plan recommends the ma ximizing
City and Emergency Services and to maintain the City’s voice on floodplain issues through infrastructure improvements and actively
participating with local and federal partners in this regard.
Consider the following:
• Do infrastructure policies limit extension of existing facilities and services that would encourage development in areas vulnerable
to natural hazards?
• Does the future land use map clearly identify natural hazard areas?
• Do the land use policies discourage development or redevelopment with natural hazard areas?
• Does the plan provide adequate space for expected future growth in areas located outside natural hazard areas?
Capital Improvement Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No Chapter 38 – Flood
Damage Prevention,
Adopted date
10/15/2013 last revised
9/07/2021
Local Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
There is not a separate City Plan for Floodplain Management, but Chapter 38 of the City Code and applicable sections and appendixes of the
International Building Code deal with floodplain management and apply to all construction done in Clear Lake Shores. The base flood
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
elevation (BFE) of the entire city is 11 feet and no new construction is allowed below this flood elevation that does not meet all applicable
codes. All construction below BFE must be flood resistant and be used for parking, access to building, and light storage only.
Stormwater Management
Plan
Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater is addressed by Ordinance. The City has a MS4 Plan that details Best Management Practices or BMPs for ensuring st orm water
quality and reducing pollution to receiving waters of Clear Lake and Galveston Bay.
Open Space Plan Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk? This is part of the building ordinances and requires that each buildable residential lot maintain at least 40%
greenspace to allow for proper water absorption.
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan Yes No Town Center Master
Plan, 03/17/2009
Local EDC Committee -
City Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
The Plan’s vision is to encourage refinements in commercial areas to allow mixed-use, waterfront access and revitalization are a critically
important way of maintaining and reinforcing a city's identity in an increasingly homogenous world. Clear Lake is host to the nation's third
largest fleet of pleasure craft with slips for 10,000 boats. CLS is a critical part of this water oriented “neighborhood”. The new Town Center
should be a place that will protect and preserve CLS residents’ way of life and unique “island living” lifestyle
The Town Center Master Plan should respect the environment and call for responsible development in the commercial areas. Maintaining the
existing park, bird habitat and wetland locations.
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire
Protection Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
Yes No Chapter 82 – Town
Center Overlay. Adopted
date: 2/16/2010
Local Committee
How does this reduce risk?
The town center overlay district is intended to provide a mixture of complimentary and cohesive land uses that include housing, retail, offices,
commercial services, and civic uses; to create economic and social vitality and to encourage the town center overlay district to become a
destination point; develop commercial (single use) and mixed use areas that are safe, comfortable and attractive to pedestrians; provide
flexibility in the siting and design of new developments and redevelopment to anticipate changes in the marketplace; reinforce streets as
public places that encourage pedestrian and bicycle travel; and facilitate compact, high-density development and minimizing the amount of
land that is needed for surface parking.
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Other - - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes Chapter 30 – Emergency
Management. Adopted
date: 8/21/2012
Local Emergency Director
How does this reduce risk?
The Ordinance requires an Emergency Management Plan.
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard
Identification & Risk
Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan Yes No Chapter 30 – Emergency
Management. Adopted
date: 8/21/2012
Local City Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
The City considers local health guidance through the Galveston County Health District and Centers for Disease Control.
Other Yes No Windstorm Protection
Program
County and
Local
Windstorm Field
Inspector
How does this reduce risk?
Clear Lake Shores is in a county designated to require windstorm protection. The State of Texas Windstorm Inspection Program is a voluntary
program, although participation in the program is recommended. The structure only needs to comply with the requirements of the building
specifications adopted by the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) if the structure requires the windstorm portion of the homeowner's
insurance policy to be provided by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) . For construction in the Seaward Zone (Clear Lake
Shores), a three-second gust basic wind speed of 130 mph must be used.
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Clear Lake Shores to oversee and track development.
Table 9.3-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Building Department
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes The City has about 25 buildable lots available.
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Clear Lake Shores
and their current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
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Table 9.3-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board
Yes
The Planning & Zoning commission acts as an advisory body to
the City Council on matters concerning amendments to the city's
comprehensive plan text and/or map. The commission also
reviews all plat applications for the division/ consolidation of
lots or tracts of land. Oversee changes in zoning.
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes The Zoning Board of Adjustment shall adopt rules of procedure
in accordance with the provisions of this article.
Planning Department No -
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development
Commission/Committee
Yes
Clear Lake Shores EDC's purpose is to promote, assist and
enhance the economic development activities and quality of life
opportunities within the city that promotes economic
development as authorized by the Development Corporation Act
of Texas.
Public Works/Highway Department
Yes
The mission of the Clear Lake Shores Roads and Drainage
Committee is to ensure the maintenance and repair the city's
roadways, roadside drainage ditches, and roadside right of ways
to provide a safe and reliable transportation network and a
stormwater system that minimizes flooding and protects the
environment.
Construction/Building/Code
Enforcement Department Yes Building Official
Emergency Management/Public Safety
Department Yes Mayor, City Administrator, Police Chief
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor
warning signals) Yes
CLS CONNECT is an emergency notification system that allows
residents to receive important alerts via email or text messages
regarding threatening emergencies in the area such as severe
weather, evacuation notices, fires, floods, and other emergency
incidents where rapid and accurate notification is essential.
Maintenance programs to reduce risk
(stormwater maintenance, tree
trimming, etc.)
Yes City Administrator/ Floodplain Manager
Mutual aid agreements Yes Police and Fire Departments
Human Resources Manual No -
Other
Yes
The Pool and Parks Committee is responsible for ensuring that
the city's pool serves the needs of its residents and is maintained
and operated in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Also, the
committee is to ensure that the city's park system serves the
needs of its residents and are well-maintained and operated in an
efficient, cost-effective manner.
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge
of land development and land
management practices
Yes Retained City Engineer/City Attorney
Engineers or professionals trained in
building or infrastructure construction
practices
Yes Retained City Engineer
Planners or engineers with an
understanding of natural hazards Yes Retained City Engineer
Staff with expertise or training in
benefit/cost analysis No -
Professionals trained in conducting
damage assessments Yes Building Official
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS
and/or Hazards United States
(HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
Yes Building Official
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes Mayor/ City Administrator
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater
engineer, environmental specialist,
etc.)
Yes City Engineer/ Stormwater Inspector
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Clear Lake Shores.
Table 9.3-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) No
Capital improvements project funding No
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes No
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service No
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds No
Incur debt through special tax bonds No
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs Yes, Texas Parks and Wildlife/TDEM
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Clear Lake Shores.
Table 9.3-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes CLS Connect, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, City Website
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Communications Specialist
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes Hurricane Preparedness
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
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2022 Update
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
Yes Roads and Drainage, Plaza Ten -06 Corporation
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes CLS Connect
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Clear Lake Shores.
Table 9.3-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) Yes 2 June, 2021
Storm Ready Certification No - -
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.3-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Rating
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
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2022 Update
Hazard Rating
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.3.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.3-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
Yes, The City maintains a list of repetitive damaged
properties within the City of Clear Lake Shores
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
No.
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No.
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
The City’s representative makes on-site inspections of
damaged properties and using the FEMA Substantial
Damage Estimator 3.0.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
Nine properties have been elevated, and three properties
have been mitigated since 2016
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes.
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Building Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes.
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? Yes.
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
No.
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Permit review, Inspections, Education, and outreach to
the community, Maintain enforcement of the floodplain.
Requiring high building practices.
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
Updated appraisal of property value, Cost and
construction estimates of proposed improvement.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any?
Citizen’s motivation to maintain compliance below the
floodplain.
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
Yes. Plumbing below the BFE. Remodeling non-
habitable spaces into habitable spaces below the BFE.
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NFIP Topic Comments
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? 2020.
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Chapter 38 – Flood Damage Prevention. Adopted
October,10 2013 Revised September 7, 2021.
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Exceeds the minimum requirements. Higher freeboard.
Maintain high building practices.
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Yes. Planning and Zoning board considers all aspects of
flood risk.
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
No. The City of Clear Lake Shores is currently working
to join the CRS.
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.3.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.3-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory
floodplain/ outside regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 26 26 18 18 8 8 15 15 13 13 11 11
Multi-Family 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use, etc.)
4 4 1 1 1 1 3 3 2 2 4 4
Total Permits
Issued 30 30 19 19 9 9 18 18 15 15 15 15
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or
block and lot)
Known
Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status
of Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
Unknown Mixed Use N/A Between Hanson Rd and
FM518, west of Dror Ln N/A Anticipated; no approval
date
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.3.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-12
2022 Update
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Clear Lake Shores’
risk assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which Clear Lake Shores has significant exposure. The maps also
show the location of potential new development, where available.
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-13
2022 Update
Figure 9.3-1. Clear Lake Shores Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-14
2022 Update
Figure 9.3-2. Clear Lake Shores Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-15
2022 Update
Figure 9.3-3. Clear Lake Shores Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-16
2022 Update
Figure 9.3-4. Clear Lake Shores Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
Section 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-17
2022 Update
Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Clear Lake Shore’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard
events (as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides
details regarding municipal-specific loss and damages the City of Clear Lake Shores experienced during hazard
events since the last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference
material or local sources.
Table 9.3-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in size
and weakened in intensity as it approached FM
518 over the last half of its track. There was
extensive tree damage along the entire track.
Homes sustained partial roof loss and tree damage
consistent with an EF-1 rating from east of the
airport through Sunset Drive in Friendswood
(Galveston County). Low-end EF-2 damage
occurred on Chester Drive in Friendswood where
there was complete loss of a residential home's
roof. Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
No damages identified by the
municipality
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates. This
intense morning rainfall produced flash flooding.
Numerous streets were inundated with flood
waters nearing homes in Texas City. Impassable
roads due to high water included the FM 1764 -
Emmett Lowry Parkway and Highway 146
intersection.
No damages identified by the
municipality
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4 hurricane
near Rockport, Texas during the evening of
August 25th. The storm then weakened to a
tropical storm and slowed, looping back and
tracking over SE Texas then back over the Gulf of
Mexico making a second landfall along the
Louisiana coast during the early morning hours of
August 30th. Over that 5 day period over
Southeast Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches of
rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force winds and
a moderate storm surge near Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were impacted
by flood waters across the county. Clear Creek
measured record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
No damages identified by the
municipality
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2022 Update
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters inundated
sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area Boulevard, FM
528, FM 518 and numerous primary and
secondary county roads. Approximately 7,000
homes and 125 businesses were impacted by flood
waters across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread flooding
throughout Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson Bayou;
from Cemetery Road to east of Highway 3 along
FM 517. Flood waters inundated sections of
Interstate 45, Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM
518 and numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues and
flooded homes within the Friendswood, Pearland
and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston County
were recorded as a result of the storm. An
estimated $10 Billion in property damages and
$10,000 in crop damages were recorded in the
County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's first
Hurricane, made landfall along the unpopulated
Padre Island National Seashore on the mid-
Kennedy County coastline as a Category 1 storm
at around 5 PM Central Time Saturday, July 25th,
carrying sustained 90 mph winds with gusts over
100 mph in a small portion of the inner eye wall.
At the storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
No damages identified by the
municipality
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane brought
high surf, elevated tides and some winds and wind
gusts to tropical storm force along the SE Texas
coast. Period of storm surge flooding and high
surf from 8/26 to 8/27 leading to flooding of low
lying areas and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side.
Tide gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston Island,
including Jamaica Beach, with multiple roads
closed.
No damages identified by the
municipality
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an Arctic
front. The extreme cold and increased demand led
to widespread power outages, loss of heat for
many and led to the bursting of pipes with some
losing water for many days. Numerous fatalities
resulted both from hypothermia, carbon monoxide
poisoning and other effects. Ten deaths and were
reported in Galveston County, along with over
$12 million in property damages.
No damages identified by the
municipality
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of coastal
southeast Texas, causing power outages to nearly
500,000 people. Several inches of rain fell,
resulting in flash flooding. Between six and nine
inches of rain fell in the Galveston area.
No damages identified by the
municipality
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Clear Lake
Shores’ risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
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2022 Update
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identi fied
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for Clear Lake Shores. The City of Clear Lake Shores
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Clear Lake Shores agreed with the
calculated rankings.
Table 9.3-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Low Low Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.3.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-20
2022 Update
Table 9.3-14. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?(e.g., In
Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)If in
progress or completed, please
describe the funding source, cost
and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe
the original problem
(i.e., hazard, location,
historic losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person to
implement the project.
CLS-2006-2 Implement stormwater management
practices
City of Clear Lake
Shores In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-001)
Poorly maintained
stormwater system
City Administrator
\Floodplain
Administrator
CLS 2011-2 Implement drought plan WCID 12 In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-002)
- -
CLS 2016-1
Develop and provide public
awareness campaigns for natural
hazards
Emergency
Management and
applicable
departments/agencies
In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-003)
No programs were
available for educating
the public
City Administrator
\Floodplain
Administrator
CLS 2016-2
Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
and applicable state
and county agencies
In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-004)
No Proactive programs to
mitigate repetitive loss
properties
City Administrator
\Floodplain
Administrator
CLS 2016-3 Widen drainage systems and culverts
City Administration
and applicable
department and water
district staff
In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-005)
Poorly maintained
drainage system and
culvert
City Administrator
\Floodplain
Administrator
CLS 2016-4
Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration
and applicable
departments
In Progress
Yes (2022-
Clear Lake
Shores-006)
Outdated regulations and
ordinances
City Administrator
\Building Official
CLS 2016-5 Implement the Corp of Engineers
study of the Galveston County Water
Reservoir Dam and Levee system
City Administration
and applicable
departments
In Progress
Yes (as
2022-Clear
Lake
Shores-007)
- City Administrator
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-21
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.3-14, the City of Clear Lake Shores did
not undertake any additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Clear Lake Shores participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided
the following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible
activities and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation
Measures for Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing
Risk to Natural Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.3-15. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure X X X X X X X
Drought X X X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.3-16) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Clear Lake Shores would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives
may be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available
funding (grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence
of new hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and
the six CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide -range of
activities and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.3-17 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-22
2022 Update
Table 9.3-16. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
001
Stormwater
Management
Problem: Poorly maintained
stormwater system.
Solution: Continue to
implement stormwater
management practices.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administrator \
Floodplain
Administrator
City Budget;
FEMA
BRIC or
HMGP
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High SIP SP
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
002
Drought Plan Problem: Drought is not
properly addressed as a local
hazard.
Solution: Develop and
implement drought plan to
plan and prepare for drought
conditions in the City.
Both Drought 3 Ongoing City
Administrator
FEMA
BRIC, City
Budget
Conserve
enough water
to sustain
drought
periods
Low Medium NSP NR
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
003
Natural Hazards
Public
Awareness,
Mitigation
Strategy and
Alert Campaign
Problem: No programs are
available for educating the
public.
Solution: Develop and
implement public awareness
campaigns for natural
hazards, including
information on how residents
can mitigate hazards at their
properties. Push out
warnings and alerts from the
National Weather Service.
Use social media, the city
website and CLS Connect for
mitigation outreach and
alerts.
Both All Hazards 3 Ongoing City
Administrator \
Floodplain
Administrator
FEMA
BRIC, City
Budget
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI,
ES
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
004
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: No proactive
programs to mitigate
repetitive loss properties.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Claim / Severe Repetitive
Loss (RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2 1 to 5 years City
Administrator \
Floodplain
Administrator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC); City
Budget
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP PP
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-23
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
005
Drainage
Improvements
Problem: Poorly maintained
drainage system and
culverts.
Solution: Widen drainage
systems and culverts.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administrator \
Floodplain
Administrator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC); City
Budget
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High SIP SP
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
006
Ordinance and
Regulation
Updates
Problem: Outdated
regulations and ordinances.
Solution: Improve plans,
regulations and permit
requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies.
Both All Hazards 1, 2 Ongoing City
Administrator \
Building
Official
FEMA
BRIC; City
Budget
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
007
Dam and Levee
Study
Implementation
Problem: There is a lack of
data on dams and levees.
Solution: Implement the
Corp of Engineers study of
the Galveston County Water
Reservoir Dam and Levee
system.
Both Dam & Levee
Failure
1, 2, 4 Ongoing City
Administrator
City Budget;
USACE
Floodplain
Management
Services;
FEMA
National
Dam Safety
Program
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
008
Bridge
Construction/
Inaccessibility
Problem: Clear Lake Road
(CLR) Bridge becomes
impassible during some
larger rain events, flooding
from high tide or surge. The
island portion of the city that
is primary residential is
home to 98%+ of the city’s
population. Access from one
of three bridges to this area,
located on Clear Lake Road,
and along Birch Rd/6Th
Street, can become
impassible. During weather
events high tide coupled with
prevailing winds and rainfall
can cause isolation and
damages throughout the city.
Affecting structures,
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind
1, 2 1 Year City
Administrator,
Galveston
County, State
of TX
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC), State
Bridge
Program
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure
and utilities.
Ability to
access
mainland and
island portions
of the city,
clear, rebuild,
and reinhabit.
$750,000 High SIP SP
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-24
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category vegetation, loss of life and
property, debris washing up
and/or causing damage,
hazardous spills of fuel and
chemicals from storage.
Ability to access the city is
impaired, stormwater cannot
drain to the lake/bayou and
further out to Galveston Bay.
The CLR bridge is
continually being
downgraded due to
deterioration from below,
this results in reduced
carrying capacity and axle
limits that can affect new
construction, recovery and
rebuilding.
Solution: Construct a new
bridge to replace the CLR
Bridge or retrofit existing
bridge to withstand storm
events.
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
009
Multi-
jurisdictional
Flood Warning
and
Communication
Problem: The city has no
input on the maintenance and
operation of any man-made
facilities addressing this
issue. Storm Surge as part of
a larger storm is an
anticipated/related event.
During upstream weather
events, other storm water
conveyances in other
jurisdictional areas bring
water to the city. The
receiving waters of Clear
Creek, Jarboe Bayou and
Galveston Bay all influence
volume and velocity of storm
water as it affects the island
portion of the city. This
island is home to 98%+ of
Both Dam & Levee
Failure, Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
3 15-20
Years
City
Administrator,
Watershed
Coalition,
Upstream
Control Units,
State of TX,
GLO, USACE
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC); City
Budget
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure
and utilities.
$20,000
per year
High EAP PI,
ES
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-25
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category the city’s population. Access
from one of three bridges to
this area, located on Clear
Lake Road, and along Birch
Rd/6Th Street, can become
impassible. During weather
events high tide coupled with
prevailing winds and rainfall
can cause isolation and
damages throughout the city.
Affecting structures,
vegetation, loss of life and
property, debris washing up
and/or causing damage,
hazardous spills of fuel and
chemicals from storage.
Ability to access the city is
impaired, stormwater cannot
drain to the lake/bayou and
further out to Galveston Bay.
Observing how current
weather events are affecting
surrounding areas can
provide some warning as to
severity and timing.
Solution: Improve
communication with
upstream jurisdictions during
storm events. This will
allow for continuity of
operations and better
preparation before storms hit
the city.
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
010
Rain Barrel
Program
Problem: Lack of water
collection systems to use for
landscape irrigation during
periods of drought.
Solution: Implement rain
barrel collection system at
city buildings, following the
example of the system in use
Both Drought,
Wildfire
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administrator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Reduce water
usage for
landscaping
during dry
periods. Green
buffers provide
fire breaks and
protect critical
facilities.
$3,000 per
year
High NSP NR
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-26
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category at the community
center/clubhouse.
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
011
Backup
Generators
Problem: Loss of utilities can
stop the public information
and education process flat.
Loss of water/sewer can be a
public health risk. Ensuring
utilities are working and
available can help in
mitigating a situation and
provide a much needed
‘head start’ in the recovery
process.
Solution: Collaborate with
Electric and Gas utility to
identify public areas that are
critical customers. Working
to redundancy in case the
primary utility is cut off,
such as electric out but need
gas to run a generator.
Collaborate with local
water/sewer utility
WCID#12 to provide storage
for portable generators to
pump down lift stations
within the city. Have the
utility provide the strategy
for such pumping operations
by identifying lift station
location, duration of pump
activity and in what order to
accomplish objectives.
City will provide needed
security to utility locations as
to prevent unauthorized use
or access.
Both Dam & Levee
Failure,
Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 3-6 months City
Administrator/
EMC
Utility
funded
Protection of
critical
infrastructure
and utilities
$15,000
(electric
plug
upgrade to
stations for
generator)
High SIP SP,
ES
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-27
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
012
Heating and
Cooling Centers
Problem: Vulnerable
residents of Clear Lake
Shores are particularly
susceptible to extreme
temperature events,
especially the elderly.
Solution: Collaborate with
the Stewart Elementary
School on using gyms and
classroom spaces and other
school area for heating and
cooling centers to provide
more locations for heating
and cooling centers across
the community.
Both Extreme
Temperatures
1, 3 1-2 months City
Administrator/
EMC
Staff Time
Prevention of
loss of life.
Low High EAP PI,
ES
2022-
Clear
Lake
Shores-
013
Water Pipe
Freeze Protection
Outreach
Program
Problem: Water system
bursts, leakages, and outages
because the water service
lines are not properly
insulated. Due to the
typically temperate climate,
many business owners and
homeowners have not
properly protected their
water systems.
Solution: Provide public
education and awareness in
the form of social media
posts before and during
extreme cold events so that
the public is aware on how to
avoid frozen water systems.
Enclosure and insulation of
exposed piping prone to
exposure of elements.
Both Extreme
Temperatures
1, 3 Ongoing City
Administrator
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-28
2022 Update
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.3-17. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-001
Stormwater
Management
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-002
Drought Plan 0 0 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 8 Medium
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-003
Natural Hazards Public
Awareness, Mitigation
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
SECTION 9.3: City of Clear Lake Shores
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.3-29
2022 Update
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
Strategy and Alert
Campaign
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-004
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-005
Drainage Improvements 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-006
Ordinance and
Regulation Updates
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-007
Dam and Levee Study
Implementation
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-008
Bridge Construction/
Inaccessibility
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-009
Multi-jurisdictional
Flood Warning and
Communication
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-010
Rain Barrel Program 0 0 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-011
Backup Generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-012
Heating and Cooling
Centers
1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Clear Lake
Shores-013
Water Pipe Freeze
Protection Outreach
Program
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 9 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-1
2022 Update
9.4 CITY OF DICKINSON
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Dickinson and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City of Dickinson participated in the planning process, an assessment of the City
of Dickinson’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of Dickinson, and an action plan
that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.4.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Dickinson followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of
this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of
Dickinson departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented
the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing
input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the
annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.4-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Greg Trantham Co-Emergency Mgt
Coordinator
Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses; identified
mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
Derek Hunt Co-Emergency Mgt
Coordinator
Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses; identified
mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
Selmer Ray
Burgess, CBO,
CFM
Building Official Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses;
identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
9.4.2 Jurisdictional Profile
Dickinson is located on the beautiful Dickinson Bayou in Galveston County, midway between the Cities of
Houston and Galveston along Interstate 45. Dickinson is located between League City, Texas City, Alvin, and
Bacliff. Dickinson Bayou, a large navigable body of water, is lined by the largest stand of trees south of Houston,
and as such, is readily discernible from the air. The Dickinson Bayou was once a dredged, industrial waterway,
but now is a 20-foot deep recreational attraction for fishing, boating, swimming, and water-skiing.
The City of Dickinson is a Home Rule municipality with a council-manager form of government. The City
Council consists of a Mayor and six Council Members, with one member designated as Mayor Pro Tem. The
Mayor votes in the case of a tie. All members of the Council are elected at-large and serve three-year staggered
terms. The Mayor and Council is the City’s governing body tasked with enacting local legislation through
ordinances and resolutions providing vision, policy, fiscal oversight and public safety.
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 18,680. The estimated 2019 population was
20,847, a 11.6-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-2
2022 Update
Survey indicate that 5.1-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 13.4-percent is 65 years of
age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or
to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.4.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Dickinson performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and policies
that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes the
components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Dickinson identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Dickinson, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.4-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 5, Article II
Building Codes 02-23-
2010
State and Local Building
Standards
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The City has adopted the International Building Codes to further protect its residents by enforcing regulations including but not limited to
substandard structures, snow loads, seismic design, frostline depth, weathering and flood hazards.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 18 Zoning 07-24-
2001
Local Planning and
Zoning
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
This chapter is adopted for the purpose of protecting the health, safety, and general welfare of the residents, citizens, and inhabitants of the City
of Dickinson, Texas. These regulations are designed to:
(1) Lessen congestion in the streets;
(2) Secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers;
(3) Promote health and general welfare;
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-3
2022 Update
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
(4) Provide adequate light and air;
(5) Prevent the overcrowding of land;
(6) Avoid undue concentration of population; and,
(7) Facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewers, schools, parks and other public requirements for the bene fit of the
citizens of Dickinson.
Development of some areas within the City requires a site inventory analysis including a scale drawing showing existing veget ation, natural
watercourses, creeks or bodies of water, and an analysis of planned changes in such natural features as a result of the development. This should
include a delineation of any flood-prone areas.
•
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 14, Planning and
Development, Article V,
Section 14-143 Standards
for Subdivision proposals
8-13-19
Local City Council
How does this reduce risk?
This Chapter relates only to controls on subdivisions in a Flood Hazard Area and is not a Subdivision Ordinance. Chapter 18 Appendix A-
Subdivisions provides development standards for the subdivision of land within the City of Dickinson.
•
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Chapter 18, Article III,
Section 18-40
Development Procedures
07-24-2001
Local and
County
Planning and
Zoning
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
No multiple family residential property zoned "HR", commercial property zoned "NC" or "GC", or industrial property zoned "GI" may be
developed or redeveloped without a site development plan first having been submitted to and approved by the commission. The Site Plan
requirements include the depiction of any land areas within the one hundred (100) year flood plain.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 12, Article X
Storm Water Drainage
Systems Regulations 8-
11-2009
Local City Manager
How does this reduce risk?
Division 4. Post Construction Stormwater Runoff. The purpose of this division is to establish minimum storm water management requirements
and controls to protect and safeguard the general health, safety, and welfare of the public residing in watersheds within the city. This division
seeks to meet that purpose through the following objectives:
(1) Minimize increases in storm water runoff from any development in order to reduce flooding, silting, increases in stream temperature,
and stream bank erosion and maintain the integrity of stream channels;
(2) Minimize increases in non-point source pollution caused by storm water runoff from development that would otherwise degrade
local water quality;
(3) Minimize the total annual volume of surface water runoff that flows from any specific site during and following development not to
exceed the pre-development hydrologic regime to the maximum extent practicable; and
(4) Reduce storm water runoff rates and volumes, soil erosion and non-point source pollution, wherever possible, through storm water
management controls and to ensure that these management controls are properly maintained and pose no threat to public safety.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 6 Emergency
Management 08-13-02
Local Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the Office of Emergency Management Director of the City of Dickinson which shall be held by the mayor. The director shall be
responsible for a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for carrying out the duties and responsibilities set forth
in this chapter. The Director shall carry out the provisions of the Emergency Management Plan. The emergency management plan shall be
considered supplementary to this chapter and have the effect of law during the time of a disaster.
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-4
2022 Update
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 8, Article IV,
Division 2, Section 8-111
Environmental Protection
8-10-82
State TWC, FEPA,
TACB
How does this reduce risk?
This Ordinance is specific to environmental protection related to drilling for oil or gas. It shall be unlawful for any person, acting either for
himself or acting as agent, employee, independent contractor or servant of any other person to commence to drill, to drill, or to operate any well
within the city limits, or to work upon or assist in any way in the prosecution or operation of any such well, without a permit for the drilling and
operation of such well having first been issued by authority of the city council or its representative in accordance with the terms of this division.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 14, Article V
Flood Damage Prevention
and Protection 11/8/11
Federal, State,
County, and
Local
State of Texas
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this Chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas. This Chapter also requires new construction and substantial improvements of any residential structure shall have
the lowest floor (including basement), elevated to 18 inches above the base flood elevation. New construction and substantial improvements of
any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated to 18 inches above
the base flood level or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level plus 18 inches the
structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of
resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 6 Emergency
Management 08-13-02
Local Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the Office of Emergency Management Director of the City of Dickinson which shall be held by the mayor. The director shall be
responsible for a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for carrying out the duties and responsibilities set forth
in this chapter. The Director shall carry out the provisions of the Emergency Management Plan. The emergency management plan shall be
considered supplementary to this chapter and have the effect of law during the time of a disaster.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No Part 1 Charter, Article IX,
9.01 Comprehensive
Community Plan 5-5-21,
Dickinson
Comprehensive Plan 2015
– 2030, 9/17/2016
Local City Council
How does this reduce risk?
The comprehensive plan is the official document that guides decisions for future growth and development in Dickinson. The Texas Local
Government Code established the legal basis for the comprehensive plan and it is used as the basis of subsequent zoning amendments. The
comprehensive plan consists of interrelated chapters, or elements, analyzing the City of Dickinson's future land use, transportation, housing,
and other infrastructure issues, needs, challenges, and opportunities. The comprehensive plan is important because it sets the overall policy
context for future growth and development for Dickinson. The comprehensive plan addresses growth pressures in the city, futur e public facility’s
needs, preservation of community character and natural resources, economic growth and quality of life initiatives. One of the challenging
driving forces of the plan is flood risk due to existing floodplains.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No Part 1 Charter, Article
VIII, 7-10 Capital
Program 5-5-01 – CIP
11/23/2021
Local City Council
How does this reduce risk?
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a fiscal plan or a schedule for financing public improvements over a period of time for major capital
expenditures. This schedule balances the community’s need for public improvements with its ability to finance these improvements. The
schedule spreads these improvements over a number of years in order to stabilize expenditures and to avoid any sharp fluctuations in the city’s
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
property tax rate. The Capital Project Fund accounts for financial resources used for the acquisition or construction of major capital facilities
and projects such as buildings, streets, drainage improvements, and parks over a considerable amount of time.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No Dickinson Hazard
Mitigation Plan 11-2017
Local OEM
How does this reduce risk?
The Plan addresses debris management related to previous hazard events related to wind and flooding
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes Yes Chapter 14, Article V
Flood Damage Prevention
and Protection
Federal, State,
County, and
Local
State of Texas
How does this reduce risk?
While not a Plan, the City’s Ordinance regulates activities and floodways and floodplains.
Stormwater Management Plan Yes Yes Stormwater Management
Plan 2014 -2019
Local City
Manager/Public
Works
How does this reduce risk?
The City of Dickinson, as an operator of a small MS4, is required to reduce the discharge of pollutants to water of the State and the United
States to the “maximum extent practicable” to protest water quality. The primary purpose of the SWMP is intended to help the City fulfill certain
State and Federal water quality requirements and to meet local water resources management objectives. Through the implementation of policies
and management practices, Dickinson hopes to reduce the discharge of pollutants to surface waters of the United States..
Open Space Plan Yes No Chapter 18, Article IV,
Section 18-48.1
Designation open space
“DOS” district 8-9-05
Local Planning and
Zoning
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The zoning of property as "DOS," designated open space, is intended to provide open space for outdoor recreational activities . The purpose of
the "DOS" district is to create an aesthetically pleasing environment that may improve the quality of life for the citizens, enhance pr operty
values, provide adequate light and air space, prevent overcrowding of land, provide visual buffering between roadways and st ructures, and
promote the beautification of the city.
Urban Water Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan Yes No Chapter 12, Article IV
Transportation of
Dangerous Substances 8-
22-95
State Fire Marshal’s
Office
How does this reduce risk?
Notwithstanding any provision herein to the contrary, delivery or transport of any substance identified in this Chapter to an y retail, storage,
processing, or manufacturing facility located within five hundred (500) feet of any railroad corridor or right-of-way south of FM 517 shall limit
the approach to, and departure from, said facilities along the following route: Interstate 45 to FM 646 east of Interstate 45 to Farm to Market
Road 1266 (FM 1266) to FM 517. Parking restrictions are also applied to regulated transporters.
Consider the following:
• Does the transportation plan limit access to hazard areas?
• Is transportation policy used to guide growth to safe locations?
• Are transportation systems designed to function under disaster conditions (e.g. evacuation)?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Agriculture Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes City of Dickinson Basic
Plan – 2020
Local OEM
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Dickinson to oversee and track development.
Table 9.4-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Community Development
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.)
Yes -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes -
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Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Dickinson and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.4-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board
Yes
Ray Burgess - The Planning & Zoning Commission was formed by the
City Council through the adoption of the City of Dickinson's Zoning
Ordinance. The following items are the responsibilities of the Planning
& Zoning Commission:
• Hear testimony on behalf of applicants and consider the
facts, findings, and recommendation of the zoning official;
• Consider the interests of the public related to the public
health, safety, morals and general welfare;
• Identify the appropriateness of requested map and text
amendments considering conformance with the adopted
zoning regulations, official zoning district map, and land use
policies;
• Make recommendations to the city council, in the form of a
final report, related to approval or denial of an application;
• Perform other such duties and be vested with such powers as
the city council shall from time to time prescribe
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes Ray Burgess
Planning Department
Yes
Ray Burgess - The Community Development Department helps guide
the development process from start to finish, with the goal of
protecting the health and safety of each resident within the City of
Dickinson. Ensuring that Dickinson's unique character is protected
while introducing quality new land development is the Community
Development departments utmost priority. The department assists
policy makers, property owners, developers, and citizens in regard to
growth and new development, and preserving and improving existing
developments.
Mitigation Planning Committee
Yes
Greg Trantham – Derek Hunt - The City of Dickinson has created the
Hazard Mitigation Task Force in 2017 for the purpose of gathering
information and developing recommendations on possible mitigation
actions to help with the reduction of loss of people and property in the
wake of a hazard.
Environmental
Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development
Commission/Committee
Yes
Robert Donley - The creation of Dickinson Economic Development
Corporation was authorized by City Council on June 9, 1998 through
Ordinance 347-98, with articles of incorporation approved the same
day through Resolution 387-98. The Corporation is funded through the
adoption of a sales and use tax pursuant to the provisions of Section 4B
of the Development Corporation Act of 1979. The sales tax authorized
by Section 4B, provides cities with a wide range of uses. It is intended
to give communities an opportunity to undertake projects that improve
the quality of life for the community. Section 4B tax can be used to
fund projects that are considered community development initiatives
such as purchase of land, buildings, equipment and expenditures to
improve facilities, parks and entertainment venues.
Public Works/Highway
Department Yes
Lonnie Foley =- The mission of the Department of Public Works is to
promote the economic vitality of the city through the efficient
operation, maintenance, design, and construction of a safe, economical,
and effective city roadway and drainage system.
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard mitigation)
Construction/Building/Code
Enforcement Department
Yes
Ray Burgess - The Building Permits & Inspections Division is
established for the purpose of providing minimum standards to
safeguard life, health, safety, property, and the public welfare by
regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of
materials, location, and maintenance of all buildings and structures
constructed within the City of Dickinson.
Emergency
Management/Public Safety
Department
Yes
Derek Hunt - The City of Dickinson Office of Emergency
Management serves the Dickinson Community by coordinating
disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery and prevention
activities, and is responsible for planning and coordinating the city’s
response to and recovery from any natural and man-made disasters.
The Office of Emergency Management accomplishes this through the
five phases of emergency management: Mitigation, Preparedness,
Response, Recovery and Prevention. During times when the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is activated, staff from City of
Dickinson departments fill the various required positions.
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system,
outdoor warning signals)
Yes
Derek Hunt - The City of Dickinson and Dickinson Office of
Emergency Management announced a major update and overhaul to
the emergency notifications system. This system was formerly known
as Connect-CTY provided by Blackboard, and has now been renamed
DickinsonALERT, and is now provided by Inspiron Logistics. This
system allows the Dickinson Office of Emergency Management to
continue to provide city-to-residents and city-to-businesses emergency
notifications for any incidents or events impacting the City of
Dickinson. With this service, Dickinson Office of Emergency
Management has the option to send personalized voice, text and email
messages to registered residents and businesses within minutes, with
specific information about time-sensitive issues related to emergency
incidents and events impacting the City of Dickinson. Along with this,
DickinsonALERT now allows registered users to sign-up for NOAA
Weather Alerts
Maintenance programs to
reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming,
etc.)
Yes Austin Williams
Mutual aid agreements Yes OEM
Human Resources Manual No -
Other - -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with
knowledge of land
development and land
management practices
Yes Ray Burgess
Engineers or professionals
trained in building or
infrastructure construction
practices
Yes Ray Burgess Joe Myers
Planners or engineers with an
understanding of natural
hazards
Yes Ray Burgess
Staff with expertise or training
in benefit/cost analysis Yes Ray Burgess Jeff Pauhlman
Professionals trained in
conducting damage
assessments
Yes Ray Burgess
Personnel skilled or trained in
GIS and/or Hazards United No -
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard mitigation)
States (HAZUS) – Multi-
Hazards (MH) applications
Scientist familiar with natural
hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes Derek Hunt – Greg Trantham
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include
stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
Yes Joe Myers
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Dickinson.
Table 9.4-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes. Street/Drainage Projects, Gum Bayou Widening, home
buyout/acquisition, and Mitigation Drainage.
Capital improvements project funding Yes. Current and Future fiscal year funding.
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes. Sales Tax for Street Maintenance Fund.
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service No. City does not provide utility services.
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No. Could be possible in the future.
Stormwater utility fee No. City does not provide utility services.
Incur debt through general obligation bonds No. Not currently but could possibly be used in future.
Incur debt through special tax bonds No
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs No
Open Space Acquisition funding programs Yes. Per CDGB home buyout/acquisition.
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Dickinson.
Table 9.4-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Blackboard connect, social media, auto phone dialer, group emails,
stake holder groups
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Public Information Officer
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes Information Released at time of need
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Information Released at time of need
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Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation Yes
The City of Dickinson has created the Hazard Mitigation Task Force
in 2017 for the purpose of gathering information and developing
recommendations on possible mitigation actions to help with the
reduction of loss of people and property in the wake of a hazard.
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events No Blackboard connect, social media, auto phone dialer, group emails,
stake holder groups
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Dickinson .
Table 9.4-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) Yes 3 -
Storm Ready Certification No - -
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.4-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
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Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.4.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.4-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
A significant portion of the City of Dickinson (City) is
prone to flooding. Dickinson Bayou flows through the
City and 5 tributaries. No formal list of flood damaged
properties is maintained.
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
The City does not maintain a formal list of properties
owners interested in flood mitigation. There was an
attempt to develop a list at one time but the effort was
not maintained due to staffing issues. There has been
interest though in the past in elevating or acquisition.
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
The City does not make independent substantial damage
determinations. The substantial damage (SD)
determination is made at the time of permitting and is
based on the contractor’s estimate and the appraised
value from the Galveston County Appraisal District
(GCAD). No record of previous SDs.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
There were approximately 8 – 10 structures mitigated
after Hurricane Ike using FEMA funds. The City is
currently using GLO grant funds to demolish and
rebuild homes in the City.
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Building Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction?
There is one (1) CFM on staff. The City utilizes staff
augmentation to have access to two (2) more.
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? Yes
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
No
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
The Building Department permits all construction in the
City. They perform or cause to perform the permit
reviews, issuing of permits and inspections. If
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NFIP Topic Comments
engineering assistance is required they contract with a
private consulting firm for those services.
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
The SD is determined at the time of permitting. The
contractor’s estimate for the work is compared to the
GCAD value. The City has developed their own tool to
determine if the contractor’s estimate is reasonable
considering the level of flooding the structure
experienced.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any?
The City does not feel there are any barriers. They feel
that they are providing the appropriate level of
effectiveness.
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
None.
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)?
The City had a CAV in late 2020 that was completed on
March 26, 2021.
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Ordinance 957-2020, Chapter 14 – Planning and
Development, Article V – Flood Damage Prevention and
Protection
Amended June 23, 2020
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes. The finished floor elevation requirement is 18
inches above the BFE.
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
No
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes. The City is currently an eight (8). There is
currently no interest in improving that classification
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.4.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.4-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family - - - 6 - 22 - 22 - 71 - -
Multi-Family - - - - - - - -
Other
(commercial,
- - - 63 - 59 - 19 - 6 - -
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mixed-use,
etc.)
Total Permits
Issued
- - - 69 - 81 - 41 - 77 - -
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.4.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Dickinson’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City has significant exposure. The maps also show the
location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.4-1. Dickinson Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.4-2. Dickinson Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.4-3. Dickinson Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.4-4. Dickinson Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Dickinson’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages Dickinson experienced during hazard events since the last hazard
mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local sources.
Table 9.4-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Heavy rains caused street flooding in low
lying areas close to Dickinson Bayou on East
side of the City of Dickinson
No damages identified by the
municipality
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey produced catastrophic flooding with
60 inches of rain overnight. The City of
Dickinson is built along the banks of
Dickinson Bayou and its tributaries. 9000 911
calls were received in 48 hours. 80% of the
homes in Dickinson was damaged or flooded
to some degree. Water rescues occurred
across the City and the roads were impassible
to traverse the City during the flood event.
Debris cleanup took months to complete with
over 1 million yards of debris removed.
No damages identified by the
municipality
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
The City of Dickinson experienced mild
street flooding in some areas and in the
tropical gardens area some neighborhood
streets were impassible during the event.
No damages identified by the
municipality
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
The City of Dickinson experienced flooding
along the areas close to Dickinson Bayou.
Some homes were received flood damage and
some city streets were impassible from flood
waters during the event.
No damages identified by the
municipality
September
20th 2020
Tropical Storm
Beta Yes
Tropical Storm Beta made landfall in
Matagorda Bay in Texas. The City of
Dickinson experienced flooding along the
areas close to Dickinson Bayou. Some homes
were received flood damage and some city
streets were impassible from flood waters
during the event.
No damages identified by the
municipality
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
The City of Dickinson lost all electrical
power during first days of the severe cold
weather. A warming station was established
for citizens to seek shelter. A POD was set up
to distribute bottled water to citizens in need.
No damages identified by the
municipality
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The City of Dickinson experienced power
losses in many areas due to high winds and
falling tree limbs. Some minor street flooding
occurred along low lying areas near the
bayous.
No damages identified by the
municipality
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Dickinson’s risk
assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-19
2022 Update
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for Dickinson. The City reviewed the county hazard
risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect the relative risk of the hazards
of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Dickinson agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.4-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Low High Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
Identified Issues
Specific areas of concern based on resident response to the citizen survey include:
• The ditches on Rosewood Circle need to be dug out. The city or county recently fixed the ditches on
Rosewood drive that connects to the circle, but the circle itself has very shallow ditches and the water
does not flow properly to the main drains on Maple Dr. This causes the ditches to flood very rapidly
during heavy rains and then the water lingers for long periods, encouraging the mosquito population.
• Flooding, wind damage, freeze damage, wind damage, power grid vulnerability
• Culverts need clearing/cleaning
• All the bayous
• The feeder roads between Dickinson and Galveston are very hazardous during heavy rains
9.4.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-20
2022 Update
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
SECTION 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-21
2022 Update
Table 9.4-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the
status?(e.g., In
Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or
Completed)If in
progress or completed,
please describe the
funding source, cost
and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the
action be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there
is still a need, this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the
original
problem (i.e.,
hazard,
location,
historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
-
Implement a public
outreach program
designed to educate the
public about NFIP flood
insurance, building
above base flood
elevation and floodplain
regulations.
Community
Development
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
012)
- -
-
Develop a
Comprehensive
Drainage Study to
identify drainage issues
and develop an action
plan for
implementation.
Public Works
and City
Administration
No Progress Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
001)
The City has an
inadequate
drainage
system and
experiences
frequent
flooding
Public Works
-
Implement storm water
drainage system
improvements as
identified by the
Comprehensive
Drainage Study to
address flooding and
improve back up caused
by debris during events.
Public Works
and City
Administration
In Progress Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
002)
The City has an
inadequate
drainage
system and
experiences
frequent
flooding
Public Works
-
Retrofit critical
facilities and other
public buildings that
must function during
and following an
emergency hazards
incident.
Police
Department,
Public Works,
Public
Safety/Fire
Marshal
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
013)
- -
-
Review existing
building codes and
flood ordinance to
ensure adequate
protection of new
construction in flood-
prone areas.
Community
Development
Completed, Chapter 14
was amended on June
23, 2020
- - -
-
Implement campaign
for the elevation of
structures in flood
prone areas
City
Administration,
Community
Development,
Public Works
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
013)
- -
-
Potential of acquisition
of flood prone
properties
City
Administration,
Community
Development,
Public Works
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
013)
- -
- Review existing
building codes and
flood ordinance to
ensure adequate
protection of new
construction in flood-
prone areas.
Community
Development
Completed, Chapter 14
was amended on June
23, 2020
- - -
SECTION 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-22
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the
status?(e.g., In
Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or
Completed)If in
progress or completed,
please describe the
funding source, cost
and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the
action be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there
is still a need, this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the
original
problem (i.e.,
hazard,
location,
historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
- Implement Winding
Way Street outfall
storm sewer project
Public Works
Completed, Work was
performed as a task work
order in 2020
- - -
- Implement a public
outreach program
designed to educate the
public about Severe
Thunderstorms --
Includes High Wind,
Lightning, and Hail
Emergency
Management
and Public
Works
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
011)
- -
- Implement a public
outreach program
designed to educate the
public about Tornados
Emergency
Management
and Public
Works
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
011)
- -
- Implement a public
information and
education campaign to
educate residents and
businesses about
extreme heat.
Emergency
Management
and Public
Works
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
011)
- -
-
Conduct a fire safety
and prevention program
Public
Safety/Fire
Marshal
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
014)
- -
- Implement point of
distribution and cooling
centers
Public
Safety/Fire
Marshal
- Yes (as
2022-
Dickinson-
015)
- -
Note: The City of Dickinson Mitigation Plan, 2017 did not use numbers to identify mitigation actions.
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.4-14, the City of Dickinson did not
undertake any additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Dickinson participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.4-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
SECTION 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-23
2022 Update
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Drought X X X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Dickinson would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-24
2022 Update
Table 9.4-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Dickinson-
001
Drainage
Study
Problem: The City has an
inadequate drainage system
and experiences frequent
flooding.
Solution: Develop a
Comprehensive Drainage
Study to identify drainage
issues and develop an action
plan for implementation.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
2 1-5 years Public Works FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Education
leading to
implementation
of mitigation
actions
High High LPR PR
2022-
Dickinson-
002
Implement
Findings of
Drainage
Study
Problem: The City has an
inadequate drainage system
and experiences frequent
flooding.
Solution: Implement storm
water drainage system
improvements as identified by
the Comprehensive Drainage
Study to address flooding and
improve back up caused by
debris during events.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
2 1-5 years Public Works FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
High High SIP SP
2022-
Dickinson-
003
Backup
Generators for
City Owned
Facilities
Problem: Currently, only 2
city owned facilities have
generator backup. The
remaining 5 facilities,
including City Hall, do not
have generator backup. The
main city network and phone
system are housed at City
Hall, thus during a power
outage the city experiences the
loss of the network and phone
system.
Solution: By placing backup
generators at the remaining 5
facilities, this will allow for
continued use of the city
network and phone system, as
well as the continued use of
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2, 3,
4
1-3 years Emergency
Management,
City Council
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Continuity of
operations
High High SIP SP,
ES
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-25
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category all city-owned facilities during
times of a power outage.
2022-
Dickinson-
004
Flood Alert
System
Problem: City of Dickinson
has several local tributaries
within its boundaries. The city
experiences flooding impacts
during heavy rain events and
elevated tides related to these
tributaries.
Solution: This project would
add multiple rain/stream
monitoring stations in
strategic locations along these
tributaries that provide real-
time data related to stream
level and rainfall data. Along
with these stations, the city
would add live video stations
with cellular data connection
that would stream live video
data from selected locations
along the tributaries.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2, 3,
4
1-2 Years Public Works,
Emergency
Management
General
Funds,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Critical
information is
received by the
right people at
the right time in
order to save
lives and prevent
flood damage to
property and
structures.
Medium
to High
High SIP,
EAP
PI,
ES
2022-
Dickinson-
005
California Ave
Drainage
Project
Problem: Flooding issues on
California Ave and
surrounding areas.
Solution: Install underground
storm sewers along California
Avenue.
Both Flood 1 2 Years Public Works Galveston
County
Bond,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
$1
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Dickinson-
006
Deats Drainage Problem: Flooding issues
throughout the Deats Road –
FM 1266 and surround areas.
Solution: Installing
underground storm sewers
along Deats Rd, Hill St, to
Nichols St, eventually
discharging into the Dickinson
Both Flood 1 2 Years Public Works GLO,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
$21
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-26
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category bayou close to Nebraska St.
10-FT X 5-FT RCB and
12-FT X 10-FT RCB and 48-
IN RCP
2022-
Dickinson-
007
Ditch #1 -
Drainage
Improvement
Project
Problem: Flooding issues
within the area of Ditch #1
and surrounding areas.
Solution: Implement the
construction of improvements
to Ditch #1 to add additional
storm water detention.
Both Flood 1 1 year Public Works General
Fund
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
$1.5
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Dickinson-
008
Hughes
Drainage
Problem: Flooding issues
throughout Hughes road –
HWY 3 and surrounding
areas.
Solution: Implement the
construction of Hughes Road
storm sewer improvement
project. 10-FT X 10-FT RBC.
Both Flood 1 2 Years Public Works GLO,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
$29
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Dickinson-
009
Moore’s
Addition
Drainage
Project
Problem: Flooding issues
within the Moore’s addition
and surrounding areas.
Solution: Implement the
construction of a flood control
siphon to drain a portion of
the Moore’s addition.
Both Flood 1 1 Year Public Works General
Fund
Protect structures
and critical
infrastructure
$5
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Dickinson-
010
Emergency
Operations
Center
Building
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment needed
to inform the public of
immediate danger from an
impending hazard or updating
the public with an ongoing
controlled hazard.
Solution: The Dickinson
Office of Emergency
Management is without a
dedicated Emergency
Operations Center to run
Incident Command operations
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1 1-5 Years City Council,
City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP . SP
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-27
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category from. The Dickinson OEM
EOC has moved from the PD
training room to a Fire/EMS
station training room and may
soon be moved again to the
City Council public meeting
chambers. The Dickinson
Office of Emergency
Management is in need of a
permanent building to operate
the EOC from, conduct
training, public education and
other OEM breakout
operations during incidents or
events impacting the city.
Having a city owned facility
will allow Dickinson OEM to
serve the community in the
greatest fashion.
2022-
Dickinson-
011
Public
Outreach
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Additionally, outreach
methods are needed informing
the community of immediate
danger from an impending
hazard or updating the public
with an ongoing controlled
hazard.
Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the
public of immediate hazard
threats or updated
supplemental information of
ongoing hazards through
numerous methods that could
include text messages,
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
3 1-5 Years City Council,
Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Medium High EAP PI
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-28
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category automated “robo calls”,
emails, media outlet press
releases, internet websites and
social media accounts from
city departments. Equipment
would include social
monitoring or crowd source
programs, cameras and hard-
shell cases, laptop, and a
dedicated vehicle.
2022-
Dickinson-
012
NFIP
Compliance
Problem: Community may be
at risk to flooding and
inundation.
Solution: Implement
floodplain management
programs that, at a minimum,
meet the NFIP requirements:
• Enforce the flood
damage prevention
ordinance.
• Participate in floodplain
identification and
mapping updates.
• Provide public
assistance/information
on floodplain
requirements and
impacts.
Both Flood 1, 2, 3 Ongoing Building Official Staff Time,
General
Fund
Prevention of
loss of life and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Dickinson-
013
Structural
Retrofits,
Elevations,
Buyouts,
Relocation
Problem: Structures and
critical facilities are located in
hazard areas.
Solution: Where appropriate,
support retrofitting, purchase
or relocation of structures
located in hazard areas,
prioritizing those that have
experienced repetitive losses
and/or are located in high- or
medium-risk hazard areas.
Existing Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Expansive
Soils, Flood,
Hail, Hurricane
& Tropical
Storm, Land
Subsidence,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
1 1-5 years Dickinson FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-29
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Utility Failure,
Wildfire
2022-
Dickinson-
014
Fire Safety and
Prevention
Program
Problem: Public outreach and
education is lacking for the
wildfire hazard
Solution: Conduct a fire safety
and prevention program
Both Wildfire 3 1-5 years Emergency
Management;
Fire Department
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
2022-
Dickinson-
015
Resilience
Hubs
Problem: Lack of distribution
and cooling centers.
Solution: Designate and
publicize locations where
residents can obtain
necessities to retrofit their
home to withstand disaster
events, gather for mitigation
workshops, and find refuge
during extreme temperature
events.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 3 Within 3
years
Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life.
Low High EAP PI,
ES
2022-
Dickinson-
016
Drought-
resistant
Landscaping
Problem: Existing landscaping
at city-owned facilities uses a
lot of water to maintain.
Solution: Identify and replace
high-water usage landscapes
at city-owned facilities with
drought resistant landscapes.
Existing Drought 1 1-5 years Public Works FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Reduce
landscape water
consumption so
water is more
readily available
for the
community
during times of
drought.
Low High NSP NR
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
Section 9.4: City of Dickinson
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.4-30
2022 Update
GLO Texas General Land Office
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.4-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Dickinson-
001
Drainage Study 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Dickinson-
002
Implement Findings of
Drainage Study
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Dickinson-
003
Backup Generators for
City Owned Facilities 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Dickinson-
004
Flood Alert System 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
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Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Dickinson-
005
California Ave Drainage
Project 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Dickinson-
006
Deats Drainage 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Dickinson-
007
Ditch #1 - Drainage
Improvement Project
1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Dickinson-
008
Hughes Drainage 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Dickinson-
009
Moore’s Addition
Drainage Project 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Dickinson-
010
Emergency Operations
Center Building 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Dickinson-
011
Public Outreach 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Dickinson-
012
NFIP Compliance 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Dickinson-
013
Structural Retrofits,
Elevations, Buyouts,
Relocation
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Dickinson-
014
Fire Safety and
Prevention Program
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Dickinson-
015
Resilience Hubs 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Dickinson-
016
Drought-resistant
Landscaping
0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 9 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-1
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9.5 CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Friendswood and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property. The annex includes a general overview of the
municipality and who in the City participated in the planning process, an assessment of the City of Friendswood’s
risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City, and an action plan that will be implemented to
achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.5.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Friendswood followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I
of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many
Friendswood departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact
represented the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements
by securing input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to
contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting
on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.5-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Steven Simmons Deputy Fire Marshal Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings;
provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
Brian Rouane Building Official Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
Brian Mansfield Fire Marshal / EMC Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
reviewed Friendswood annex and provided feedback, provided
direction for Friendswood regarding planning process.
Niki Bender Deputy Fire Marshal Attended Galveston County meetings as necessary, reviewed
Friendswood annex and provided feedback.
Aubrey Harbin Director of Community
Development
Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets,
provided information regarding Friendswood ordinances.
Jill Arias Director of Engineering Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Samantha Haritos Deputy Director of
Engineering
Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Bria Whitmire Project Coordinator Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Hailee Medwedeff Engineering Technologist Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Rene Ibarra Director of Public Works Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Steve Vavrecka Deputy Director of Public
Works
Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
James Toney Director of Parks and
Recreation
Attended internal Friendswood meetings regarding mitigation,
provided input to action items, reviewed action item worksheets
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
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2022 Update
9.5.2 Jurisdictional Profile
The City of Friendswood is located in the northwestern corner of Galveston County. It covers a total area of
21.2 square miles. Friendswood, Texas has a warm humid temperate climate with hot summers and no dry
season. Over the course of a year, the temperature typically varies from 45° to 92° F and is rarely below 36° F
or above 96° F.
The Mayor and six Councilmembers are elected from the City at large to serve three -year terms. A charter
amendment was approved May 4, 1992, to extend terms from two to three years, to be phased in over a three
year period beginning in 1993. A four-term limitation was approved in 2007.
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 35,805. The estimated 2020 population was
41,213, a 15.1-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Survey indicate that 6.1-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 13.7-percent is 65 years of
age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or
to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.5.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Friendswood performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Friendswood identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Friendswood, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
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Table 9.5-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 14 – Buildings
and Building
Regulations, revised
through 12/03/2018
State and
Local
Building
Official/Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Any person or agent who shall violate or cause to be violated any provision of this chapter, or who shall fail to comply with any of the
requirements of this chapter, or who shall erect, construct, alter, demolish or move any structure or who shall have erected, constructed,
altered, repaired, moved or demolished a building or structure in violation of a detailed statement or drawing submitted and approved under
this chapter shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor. The City has adopted with amendments, the International Building Code,
along with the Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Energy Codes.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Appendix C – Zoning.
11/18/1984
Local Community
Development
Director
How does this reduce risk?
The City is divided into Residential, Agricultural, Commercial and Industrial Zones with regulations related to light, air, open space and the
general welfare of the public. The various zones shall be protected from higher density development and from the encroachment of
incompatible uses. Internal stability, harmony, attractiveness, order, and efficiency are encouraged throughout the City.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Code of Ordinances,
Appendix B –
Subdivisions, 1/17/2000
Local Community
Development
Director
How does this reduce risk?
The purpose of this section is to establish the procedures and requirements for the submittal, review, consideration and action by the
commission to provide the necessary details and orderly processing of the subdivision of land within the city and its extraterritorial
jurisdiction. It shall be unlawful for any person to subdivide any tract, lot, or parcel of land within the city or its extraterritorial jurisdiction
unless and until a preliminary and final plat of such subdivision has been approved, or an exemption satisfied,
A preliminary drainage plan with calculations shall be provided. Floodplain information shall also be provided with the 100-year floodplain
shown on the preliminary plat.
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Appendix C, Zoning
Ordinance – Section 9.H.
Site Plan Process
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
The purpose of the site plan is to ensure compliance with this appendix and to assist in the orderly and harmonious development of the city, to
protect and enhance the general welfare, and to help prevent the impairment or depreciation of land values and development by the erection of
structures, additions or alterations thereto without proper attention to site planning and preserving the intent of this appendix.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes No Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 34 – Floods,
Article II. – Flood
Damage Prevention,
Section 34-34
Stormwater
Management; Chapter 86
– Utilities, Article V. –
Regulation of
Stormwater Runoff;
Design Criteria Manual,
March 2019
Local Flood Plain
Manager /
Community
Development
City Engineer /
Public Works
Director
How does this reduce risk?
Article V has two divisions addressing stormwater. The purpose of division 2 is to provide for the health, safety, and general welfare of the
citizens of the city through the regulation of non-stormwater discharges to the stormwater system to the maximum extent practicable as
required by federal and state law. This division establishes methods for controlling the introduction of pollutants into the municipal separate
storm sewer system (MS4) in order to comply with requirements of the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permit
process
The purpose of division 3 is to safeguard persons, protect property, prevent damage to the environment and promote the public welfare by
guiding, regulating, and controlling the design, construction, use, and maintenance of any development or other activity which disturbs or
breaks the topsoil or results in the movement of earth on land in the city.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
Yes No Emergency Operations
Plan, Annex J –
Recovery
Local Office of
Emergency
Management /
EMC
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located in a floodway
• Located in a flood pool
• Located in a reservoir
Growth Management Yes No Code of Ordinances,
Appendix B –
Subdivisions &
Appendix C - Zoning
Local Community
Development
Director
How does this reduce risk?
Both of the sited Ordinances place limitations and controls on new development and redevelopment but are not specifically considered
Growth Management Ordinances. Agricultural lands are zoned but not lands limited as open space.
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Code of Ordnances,
Chapter 26 –
Environment, 9/14/2020
Federal, State,
and Local
Community
Development / Fire
Marshal’s Office
How does this reduce risk?
This Chapter sets forth environmental controls for general nuisances described as whatever is dangerous to human life or health, and whatever
renders the ground, the water, the air or any food or drink unwholesome and a hazard to human life and health is hereby decla red to be a
nuisance.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 34 – Floods,
Article II. – Flood
Damage Prevention, Last
revised 12/7/2020
Federal, State,
County and
Local
City Manager/
Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this article to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by provisions designed to:
(1) Protect human life and health;
(2) Minimize expenditure of public money for costly flood control projects;
(3) Minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general
public;
(4) Minimize prolonged business interruptions;
(5) Minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and
bridges located in floodplains;
(6) Help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and development of flood-prone areas in such a manner as to
minimize future flood blight areas;
(7) Ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in a flood area; and
(8) Preserve floodplain storage through mitigation.
New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structures shall have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to 24
inches above the base flood elevation or at or above the 0.2 percent flood elevation, whichever is greater.
New construction and substantial improvements of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest
floor, including basement, elevated to 24 inches above the base flood level at or above the 0.2 percent flood elevation, whichever is greater, or
together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level the structure is watertight with walls
substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostat ic and
hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 22 – Civil
Emergencies, Texas
Government Code –
Chapters 418 & 433
Local Emergency
Management
Director
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
The mayor is authorized to join with the county judge and the mayors of the other cities in the county in the formation of an
emergency management council for the county and shall have the authority to cooperate in the preparation of a joint
emergency management plan and in the appointment of a joint emergency management coordinator, as well as all powers necessary to
participate in a countywide program of emergency management insofar as such program may affect the city.
The powers and duties of the emergency management director shall include an ongoing survey of actual or potential major hazards which
threaten life and property within the city, and an ongoing program of identifying and requiring or recommending the implement ation of
measures which would tend to prevent the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur. As part of his responsibility
in hazard mitigation, the director shall supervise the development of an emergency management plan for the city and shall recommend that
plan for adoption by the city council along with any and all mutual aid plans and agreements which are deemed essential for the
implementation of such emergency plan
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No Comprehensive Plan,
July 1998; with updates:
Future Land Use Map
(2008); Major
Thoroughfare Plan
(2018), Parks Master
Plan (2010)
Local Community
Development /
Parks and
Recreation
How does this reduce risk?
The Comprehensive Plan for Friendswood pertains to the elements of the urban structure and its expansion with three goals:
• To guide the City in resolving current issues.
• To guide future growth toward a specific, desirable and economic pattern.
• To guide the use of land area and valuable resources to the betterment of everyone.
One of the Plans objectives is to guide the protection of developed land area from damaging flooding and hazardous living conditions.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No Capital Improvement
Plan/Program 2017 -
2020
Local Engineering
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Program – The CIP is a 5-year planning tool. The City’s Capital Improvements Plan consists of a Capital Budget which
includes projected expenditures for the current fiscal year. Capital Expenditures, defined as tangible or projects with an estimated cost of at
least $5,000.00 and a useful life of at least 5 years, as part of the Capital Budget. The Capital Plan includes projects that help to mitigate
hazards and include emergency generators, critical facility improvements, street improvements, and water and utility improvements and flood
proofing.
The intent of the updated program is to identify, describe, and prioritize the infrastructure needs of the community as it grows and evolves.
This task includes an effort to increase the accuracy of the program’s cost estimate for all prospective projects, but more specifically within
the initial five-year period. The overall goal of the CIP is to maintain the same high quality of life for all citizens through the timely
anticipation of the City’s needs, planning of improvement projects and determining funding sources as the community grows
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No Disaster Debris
Management Plan, 2014
Local Office of
Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No City of Friendswood
Flood Vulnerability and
Mitigation Study April
2019
Local Flood Plain
Manager /
Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
This study evaluates the existing flood vulnerability of the City of Friendswood, TX in the context of Hurricane Harvey (2017) and the 100-
yr. storms (HCFCD and NOAA ATLAS 14 - 2018 depths). A distributed hydrologic model (Vflo®®) was used to simulate watershed
response (i.e., stormwater runoff) for the various storms. Next, the study investigates various mitigation options to address the city’s flooding
problem: bridge removal, de-snagging, grass terracing, diversion and detention. Among the five individual mitigation scenarios, the Terracing
II option from Dixie Farm Rd to I45 provides the most flood reduction benefit, with an estimated peak water surface elevation reduction in the
range of ~3-6 ft within Friendswood for the new (NOAA ATLAS 14) 100-yr storm.
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No Storm Water
Management Program
(SWMP); Master
Drainage Plan - Phase II,
2007, last revised 2018
Local Floodplain Manager
/ Community
Development;
Engineering,
Public Works
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
This Storm Water Management Program was developed in order to comply with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Phase II requirements. The TCEQ’s storm water program is divided into two phases. The first phase addressed storm water runoff from
municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s) with a population of 100,000 or more. The second phase of the storm water program
addresses storm water runoff from systems serving populations of less than 100,000. The Phase II areas are classified as: urbanized areas,
areas that are becoming urbanized, and those which discharge to surface waters with impaired water quality. The City of Friendswood is
classified as a Small Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4) qualifying it for the Phase II requirements.
With the implementation of the minimum controls, significant reductions in the pollutants discharged from the City of Friends wood should be
achieved.
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire
Protection Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan Yes No Major Thoroughfare Plan
adopted in 2018,
Ordinance 2018-05
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
Yes No Downtown District
Improvement Plan
approved by Council
informally October 2017
(no resolution/ordinance)
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Downtown District Improvement Plan in order to identify and prioritize projects that will promote economic development, attract businesses
and patrons, provide more retail and entertainment options in town, foster community and create a vibrant, distinct district. Public
Improvement Projects are currently underway in the District. The FDEDC has begun a program of burying overhead utility lines.
Other - - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 22 – Civil
Emergencies, Texas
Government Code –
Chapters 418 & 433
Local Office of
Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan Yes No The COOP plan was
signed by the City
Manager in 2014.
Local Office of
Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard
Identification & Risk
Assessment (THIRA)
Yes (via
region)
Yes The City falls under the
regional THIRA
conducted by HGAC.
County HGAC
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan Yes No Annex J – Recovery Local Office of
Emergency
Management /
Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan Yes No Emergency Operations
Plan
County / Local Galveston County
Health District /
Friendswood EMS
How does this reduce risk?
Annex H – Health and Medical is a component of the Emergency Operations Plan and addresses public health, environmental health, and
medical response capabilities. The City does not maintain a standalone Public Health Plan.
Other - - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Friendswood to oversee and track development.
Table 9.5-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Community Development
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes Community Development
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
No
While the City does have an informal map of
available land, an official list of lots and contacts
does not exist that can be provided to builders.
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Friendswood and
their current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
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Table 9.5-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board
Yes
Community Development - The Planning and Zoning
Commission shall submit recommendations to the City
Council, after holding public hearings, on any change
or amendment to any of the provisions of the Zoning
Ordinance or the Zoning Districts Map; any request for
a specific use permit or planned unit development; any
change or amendment to the subdivision ordinance.
In public meetings, the Commission also reviews and
approves commercial site plans, preliminary and final
plats, and subdivision developments. The Commission
may be required to meet outside scheduled meetings
with the City Council, consultants, and developers on
extensive community projects.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
Yes
Community Development - The Zoning Board of
Adjustment and Appeals hears and rules on requests
for appeals, special exceptions, and variances to the
Zoning Ordinance and authorizes variances from the
Zoning Ordinance when not contrary to the public
interest.
Planning Department Yes Community Development
Mitigation Planning Committee
Yes
This committee contains various staff members from
OEM, Public Works, Engineering, Community
Development, and CMO.
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee
Yes
CEDC – Community economic development
committee with two City staff members as liaison.
FDEDC – Friendswood downtown economic
development committee which is a 4b sales tax board
appointed by council with City staff serving as
liaisons.
Public Works/Highway Department Yes The City has a Public Works division.
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department Yes The City has two code enforcement officers and
multiple building inspectors.
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department Yes The City maintains an Office of Emergency
Management
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes The City has nine outdoor warning sirens as well as a
mass notification system.
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes Public Works regularly maintains storm drains and
trims trees as necessary.
Mutual aid agreements Yes The City maintains agreements with the County as well
as neighboring jurisdictions.
Human Resources Manual No -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices Yes Community Development staff are knowledgeable in
land development and land management practices.
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices Yes
The City Engineering Department as well as
Community Development maintains staff that are
trained in construction practices.
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards Yes The City maintains multiple staff members with an
understanding of natural hazards.
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis Yes The City’s Engineering Department have staff who are
trained in cost benefit analysis.
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments Yes Community Development and Engineering staff are
trained in damage assessment.
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
Yes Community Development maintains GIS staff and
programs.
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No The City does not have staff classified as “Scientist’
Surveyor(s) No The City does not have a surveyor on staff. Surveys are
contracted out when necessary.
Emergency Manager
Yes
The City maintains an Emergency Management
Coordinator who is appointed by the Emergency
Management Director
Grant writer(s) Yes The City has staff that are capable of writing and
submitting grants.
Resilience Officer No The City does not have a specified “resilience officer”
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Friendswood.
Table 9.5-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes, the City was allocated CDBG-DR funds following
Hurricane Harvey
Capital improvements project funding Yes, the City funds some capital improvements via bond
funds.
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service Yes, the City charges fees for water, sewer, and trash
services.
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes Yes, impact fees are charged for new construction.
Stormwater utility fee No, the City does not charge stormwater fees.
Incur debt through general obligation bonds Yes
Incur debt through special tax bonds No
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs Federal Programs / FEMA
Open Space Acquisition funding programs Developers of 300 lots or more are required to provide green
space and required contributions to parkland dedication.
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Friendswood.
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Table 9.5-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes
Yes, the City routinely provides safety information to the public via
social media, email messages, and in person events and
presentations.
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Multiple staff members are capable of developing the City’s website
and updating information.
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes Safety information is available on the City’s website.
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes The City utilizes Facebook and Twitter to provide information to the
public.
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No
While the City did have a drainage subcommittee that formed and
met following Hurricane Harvey, that committee currently does not
meet.
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events
Yes
The City can communicate hazard information in a variety of ways,
including: warning sirens, mass notification, website, AM radio, and
social media.
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools Yes / No The ISDs do provide safety information to staff, students, and
parents. The City does not have specific programs for the schools.
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Friendswood.
Table 9.5-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) Yes 6 October 1, 2021
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) Yes Class 5- Residential
Class 4- Commercial February 10, 2017
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) Yes 3/ 3y April 2017
Storm Ready Certification Yes NA 2018
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other - - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
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Table 9.5-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Rating
Erosion Strong
Dam and Levee Failure NA – No dams effect Friendswood
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Strong – No documented losses from expansive soils.
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Strong
Lightning Strong
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.5.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
The table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.5-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
The City has past damage assessments for flooding
events.
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
Names and contact information of people interested
were collected post-Harvey. Interest varied from
elevation to acquisition.
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
MAAPNext studies being done
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
The last flooding events resulted in no substantial
damage declarations. Harvey resulted in 46 structures
substantially damaged.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
20 structures have been mitigated: 9 acquisition (5
HMGP, 3 FMA, 1 City Bond), 11 self-mitigation
through demo or demo/build to compliance, 2 self-
elevation. – since Hurricane Harvey
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes, the flooding that occurred in Hurricane Harvey was
accurately captured in the current effective FIRM.
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Community Development Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes, 8 on staff.
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NFIP Topic Comments
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? Yes
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Not at this time
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Permit review, provide elevation certificates on file, GIS
mapping, outreach flyers, inspections,
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
Initial review of value added versus appraisal district
value of structure.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? None
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
The city is working through a CAV. The city is required
to provide some retro-permitting of repairs in AE
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? Ongoing as of February 2022
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
2020-45 12/7/2020
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Exceed, the city has higher requirements for free board
and manage fill in the Shaded X flood zone
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
All permits are reviewed for flood zone and any added
fill in AE and SX is required to be mitigated.
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes, Jurisdiction is always looking for ways to improve
CRS classification.
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.5.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.5-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 141 4 173 8 182 2 141 9 76 8 152 3
Multi-Family - - - - - - - - - - - -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
8 2 15 2 13 - 9 - 10 4 5 -
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Total Permits
Issued 149 6 188 10 195 2 150 9 86 12 155 3
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or
block and lot)
Known
Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.5.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Friendswood’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Friendswood has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.5-1. Friendswood Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.5-2. Friendswood Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.5-3. Friendswood Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.5-4. Friendswood Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Friendswood’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages Friendswood experienced during hazard events since the last
hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local
sources.
Table 9.5-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado weakened in
intensity as it approached FM 518 over the
last half of its track. There was extensive tree
damage along the entire track. Homes
sustained partial roof loss and tree damage
consistent with an EF-1 rating from east of
the airport through Sunset Drive in
Friendswood (Galveston County). Low-end
EF-2 damage occurred on Chester Drive in
Friendswood where there was complete loss
of a residential home's roof. Estimated peak
wind was 115 mph. Property damages were
estimated at $1 million.
The City of Friendswood reported
the following damage following the
Halloween tornado: 200 homes
affected, 36 homes with minor
damage, 6 homes with major
damage, and 1 home destroyed. One
business sustained minor damage,
estimated at $20,000. Total losses
were likely between $2.5 and $3
million. 11,300 cubic yards of debris
was generated costing approximately
$201,000.
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a
moist environment generated thunderstorms
that produced extreme early day rainfall
rates. This intense morning rainfall produced
flash flooding. Numerous streets were
inundated with flood waters nearing homes
in Texas City. Impassable roads due to high
water included the FM 1764 - Emmett
Lowry Parkway and Highway 146
intersection.
The municipality did not identify any
damages associated with this event.
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane
Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in
League City, Dickinson and Santa Fe.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
Due to Hurricane Harvey,
approximately 2,700 homes, 39
commercial properties, and 15 City
facilities were flooded. This equated
to approximately $136 million in
residential losses, $9.45 million in
commercial losses, and
approximately $9 million in City
facility losses.
A significant portion of the Public
Works fleet vehicles and heavy
equipment were destroyed along
with contents of the City Deepwood
facilities.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and
League City. Major flooding occurred along
the Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road
to east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and
League City. Major flooding occurred along
the Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road
to east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
The municipality did not identify any
damages associated with this event.
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
The municipality did not identify any
damages associated with this event.
2020 Tropical Storm
Beta No
Approximately 10 to 14 inches of rainfall fell
within the City of Friendswood causing
Clear Creek to breach its banks. 22 homes
received damage within Friendswood.
Multiple streets became impassible.
As a result of heavy rainfall from
tropical storm Beta, 2 homes within
Friendswood received major
damage, 1 received minor damage,
and 19 were affected.
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning
Due to the Winter Storm, the City of
Friendswood reported the following
damage: 128 homes affected and 183
homes with minor damage. 24
Businesses recorded damage. 13 City
facilities / infrastructure received
damage.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
and other effects. Ten deaths and were
reported in Galveston County, along with
over $12 million in property damages.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in
the Galveston area.
The City of Friendswood received
wind gusts up to 60 mph and
approximately 6 inches of rainfall.
Several thousand homes lost power.
Several trees were downed across
roadways and the Fire Department
responded to multiple calls for
service due to transformer and power
line issues.
Reported damage to structures was
minimal.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Friendswood’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Friendswood. The City of Friendswood
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Friendswood made changes to the
calculated rankings. Expansive Soil risk was reduced from High to Low to reflect the ranking in the prior plan.
Flood risk was changed from Low to High, also to reflect the ranking in the prior plan. The Lightning risk was
changed from Low to Medium. Pandemic was increased from Low to Medium.
Table 9.5-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Low Low Medium High Low Medium Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Medium Medium Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
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Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
Identified Issues
After review of the City of Friendswood’s hazard event history, hazard rankings, jurisdiction specific
vulnerabilities, hazard area extent and location, and current capabilities, the City of Friendswood has identified
the following vulnerabilities within their community:
• Friendswood has recorded several million dollars of losses in the last 5 years due to lightning.
Specific areas of concern based on resident response to the citizen survey include:
• Floodprone from Clear Creek
• Utility failure
9.5.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.5-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing Capability,
or Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this
is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
F 2009-2
Mitigate Repetitive Flood Claim /
Severe Repetitive Loss (RFC/SRL)
properties by elevation,
reconstruction, acquisition, or
demolition.
Community
Development,
Floodplain
Manager, Office of
Emergency
Management and
applicable state
and county
agencies
Ongoing capability. Since
Hurricane Harvey, the City has
bought out and demolished 9
residential structures. 5 were
funded through HMGP for a total
of $1,888,034.90. 3 were funded
through FMA for a total of
$1,979,212.70. One was
purchased utilizing City of
Friendswood bond funds for
approximately $750,000.
Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
001)
The City is prone to
flooding with multiple
flood events occurring
in the past. During
Harvey, several
thousand homes
flooded within the
City.
Community
Development,
Floodplain Manager,
Office of Emergency
Management and
applicable state and
county agencies
F 2009-3 Maintain public notification and
warning programs/systems
Community
Development,
Floodplain
Manager, Office of
Emergency
Management and
applicable state
and county
agencies
Ongoing Capability No - -
F-2009-4 Construct and expand evacuation
routes within the City.
Public Works,
Engineering
Ongoing Capability. A portion of
Friendswood Lakes Blvd was
recently completed, providing
additional emergency access to
certain neighborhoods.
Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
002)
The City is
susceptible to a
variety of hazards that
could necessitate an
isolated or total
evacuation. The last
evacuation order
occurred before
Hurricane Ike in 2008.
Public Works,
Engineering
F-2009-5 Monitor water supply and establish
conservation regulations
Office of
Emergency
Management,
Public Works
Department, City
Ongoing Capability / Complete.
Monitoring of the water supply is
a continuous activity while the
City has water rationing / drought
policies in place.
No - -
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Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing Capability,
or Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this
is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
Manager, Public
Information
Officer
F-2016-1
Purchase and install thunderstorm
and lightning warning equipment
within the nine city parks to provide
early warning of approaching storms.
Parks and
Recreation, Office
of Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
003)
Multiple events are
held each year in the
parks where people
are vulnerable to
lightning and severe
weather.
Parks and
Recreation, Office of
Emergency
Management
F-2016-2 Purchase Tiger Dam Systems
Public Works
Department, Parks
& Recreation
Department, Office
of Emergency
Management
No Progress No - -
F-2016-3
Retrofit Public Works / Parks facility
on Blackhawk to meet current codes
Engineering,
Community
Development,
Public Works,
Parks and
Recreation
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
004)
The City purchased a
replacement Public
Works facility in
January 2021 to
replace the old facility
which flooded during
Harvey. The new
facility needs to be
retrofitted in order to
meet current building
codes.
Engineering,
Community
Development, Public
Works, Parks and
Recreation
F-2016-4
Purchase and installation of a back-
up natural gas generator at the
Activities Building
Parks and
Recreation, Office
of Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
005)
The Activities
Building is used
during emergencies as
a shelter, warming /
cooling center, and to
house employees.
Natural gas would
allow full power
without having to
refuel the facility.
Parks and
Recreation, Office of
Emergency
Management
SECTION 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-24
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing Capability,
or Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this
is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
F-2016-5
Purchase and installation of back-up
natural gas generator for
Friendswood Animal Control
Facility and
Community
Development
Department,
Capital
Improvements,
Fire Marshal’s
Office
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
006)
The City of
Friendswood is
susceptible to tropical
cyclones, severe
weather, and winter
weather that can cause
a disruption in
electrical service.
Without power,
animal control
operations would be
disrupted. Animals
inside the shelter
would be at risk due
to a lack of
ventilation.
Police Department,
Office of Emergency
Management
F-2016-6
Relocate the Public Works fuel
system and tanks outside of the
floodplain
Public Works,
Community
Development,
Office of
Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
007)
The Public Works
fuel system and tanks
are located within the
special flood hazard
area.
Public Works,
Engineering
F-2016-7
Purchase a portable reader board
Police Department,
Fire Marshal’s
Office
No Progress No - -
F-2016-8 Acquire portable lighting devices to
be used at major intersections during
power outages
Public Works,
Office of
Emergency
Management
No Progress No - -
F-2016-9
Upgrade drainage systems and
culverts to accommodate increased
flow
Community
Development,
Public Works-
Engineering &
Capital Projects
Ongoing Capability. Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
008)
The City is
susceptible to heavy
rainfall which can
cause flooding within
the City.
Engineering, Public
Works
SECTION 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-25
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing Capability,
or Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this
is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
F-2016-
10
Maintain drainage systems and
culverts
Public Works
Department -
Streets & Drainage
and Engineering,
Community
Development -
Floodplain
Manager
Ongoing Capability No - -
F-2016-
11
Mary’s Creek Bridge Elevation
(“Devils Dip”)
Public Works
Department, Office
of Emergency
Management,
Galveston County
Consolidated
Drainage District
In Progress. This project is
scheduled to be completed by the
Galveston County Consolidated
Drainage District
No - -
F-2016-
12 Protect power lines from wind
sensitive exposures such as trees,
shrubs, and other overhead obstacles.
Burying power lines, tree trimming,
and other accepted methods to be
used.
Engineering,
Public Works
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
009)
The City is
susceptible to tropical
cyclones, severe
weather, and winter
weather which can
damage above ground
power lines.
Engineering, Public
Works
F-2016-
13 Adopt higher codes and update
ordinances and regulations to
promote hazard mitigation strategies
Community
Development -
Design Review
Committee (DRC)
Ongoing Capability. The City
updates and adopts building codes
as necessary.
Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
010)
The City is
susceptible to many
natural hazards which
are mitigated by better
building codes.
Community
Development, Fire
Marshal’s Office
F-2016-
14 Update City Storm Surge Maps to
Reflect the NWS Predictions
Community
Development,
Office of
Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
011)
The City is
susceptible to
saltwater inundation
due to storm surge.
Community
Development
F-2016-
15 Develop, initiate, and enhance public
information campaigns and
awareness programs for hazards
Office of
Emergency
Management -
Ongoing Capability No - -
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-26
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No
Progress, Ongoing Capability,
or Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this
is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
Public Information
Officer
F-2016-
16 Create a public information and
warning mobile application for
Android and Apple systems.
City Manager’s
Office, Office of
Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
012)
The City is
susceptible to a
variety of hazards.
City Manager’s
Office, Office of
Emergency
Management
F-2016-
17
Develop a Comprehensive Drainage
Plan
Community
Development,
Floodplain
Manager, Office of
Emergency
Management
No Progress Yes (as 2022-
Friendswood-
013)
The City is
susceptible to heavy
rainfall which can
cause flooding within
the City.
Engineering
SECTION 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-27
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.5-14, the City did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Friendswood participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.5-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Friendswood would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-28
2022 Update
Table 9.5-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Friendswood-
001
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: The City of
Friendswood is prone
to flooding due to
heavy rainfall. During
Harvey, approximately
2,800 structures were
flooded. The City is
also susceptible to
saltwater inundation
due to storm surge.
Solution: This project
seeks to mitigate risk
by elevating,
reconstructing, or
acquiring residential
structures. Acquisition,
or buy-outs, would see
vulnerable structures
demolished with the
land being available for
green space or future
flood control.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami,
Land
Subsidence
Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property, the
economy, and
natural systems
Ongoing
Community
Development,
Floodplain
Manager,
Office of
Emergency
Management
and applicable
state and
county
agencies
HMGP,
FMA,
CDBG,
TWDB
Risk to
individual
structures will be
reduced.
Millions High SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
002
Evacuation
Routes
Problem: The City is at
risk from a variety of
hazards that could
necessitate evacuation.
Population growth in
the region limits
existing roadway
capacity.
During floods, the City
is inundated with water
limiting access to many
areas of the City.
Solution: The City will
construct new
roadways to provide
for additional capacity
and connectivity.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tornado,
Tsunami
Minimize loss
of life, injury
5 to 20
years
Public Works,
Engineering
Bond Life Safety $10-100
million
Medium SIP SP
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-29
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Existing throughfares
to be expanded.
2022-
Friendswood-
003
Lightning
Warning
System
Problem: The City is
vulnerable to severe
weather, including
lightning, hail, and
tornados. City parks are
widely used by the
public who may not be
aware of approaching
storms. City parks offer
little indoor shelter,
particularly when large
crowds are present.
Solution: The City will
purchase and install
outdoor warning
equipment for nine
City Parks. The
equipment will be tied
into existing lightning
detection grids via an
internet connection and
service subscriptions.
The warning process
will be automated with
local sirens alerting
when lighting is
detected within a pre-
set range. This will
provide early warning
for park goers and
sports leagues.
Both Lightning,
Hail, Tornado
Minimize loss
of life
1-2 years
after
funding
Parks and
Recreation,
Office of
Emergency
Management
HMGP Minimize loss of
life or injury
within City parks
$150,000 High SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
004
Critical
Facilities
Retrofits
Problem: The City’s
“Blackhawk” Building
was purchased in 2021
as a replacement Public
Works and Parks
Maintenance facility.
The building was
Existing Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind
Minimize
damage to
property
1-3 years
after
funding
Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP Protection of
Critical Facility
$100,000 to
$500,000
High SIP SP
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-30
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category originally built in 1992
and does not meet
current building codes.
Solution: The building
will be retrofitted so
that it meets or exceeds
all current building
codes.
2022-
Friendswood-
005
Activities
Building
Backup
Generator
Problem: The City’s
Senior Activity Center
serves as an emergency
shelter and / or a
warming / cooling
center during
emergencies. The
facility is equipped
with a diesel generator
with a relatively small
fuel tank. The City
does not have the
equipment or
manpower to keep the
tank fueled during
prolonged power
outages.
Solution: The City will
purchase and install a
natural gas generator at
the Activities building
that will not have to be
re-fueled during
outages.
Existing Extreme
Temperatures,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure
Minimize loss
of life, injury
2 years
after
funding
Parks and
Recreation,
Fire Marshal’s
Office,
Engineering
HMGP Reliable
emergency
shelter
$80,000 Medium SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
006
Animal
Control
Building
Backup
Generator
Problem: The City’s
Animal Control facility
is not equipped with an
emergency generator.
A loss of power at this
facility would
negatively affect the
animals sheltered and
Existing Extreme
Temperatures,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property
2 years
after
funding
Police
Department,
Fire Marshal’s
Office,
Engineering
HMGP Continuation of
animal control
services
$100,000 Medium SIP SP
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-31
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category could cause a
disruption in service.
Solution: A natural gas
generator would be
purchased and installed
to provide backup
power to the facility.
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure
2022-
Friendswood-
007
Relocate
Public Works
Fuel System
Problem: The City’s
Public Works fuel
tanks and pumps are
located within the 100-
year flood plain. When
flooding occurs, the
tanks are not
accessible.
Solution: The tanks are
to be relocated out of
the floodplain.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
Maintain and
enhance
emergency
management/
mitigation
capabilities
1 to 2 years Public Works,
Engineering
CDBG,
HMGP,
FMA
Functional Fuel
Pumps during
floods
$100,000 to
$300,000
Medium SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
008
Improve
Stormwater
Drainage &
Culverts
Problem: The City is
susceptible to heavy
rainfall which can
cause flooding.
Solution: Upgrade
drainage systems and
culverts to
accommodate
increased flow.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm
Minimize
damage to
property.
5 to 10
years
Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
Street flooding
and losses to
residential
structures to be
reduced.
$5 to $30
million
Low SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
009
Power Line
Protection
Problem: Overhead
powerlines within the
City are subject to
damage from weather.
Trees can fall or be
blown into overhead
lines. Power poles can
be blown down. Ice
accumulation can
damage utilities.
Solution: Power lines
will be buried when
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure
Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property, and
the economy
Ongoing Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG
Maintain
electrical utility
Millions Low SIP SP
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-32
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category possible. Tree
trimming and other
accepted methods will
be used to protect lines
from debris.
2022-
Friendswood-
010
Update
Codes,
Ordinances,
and
Regulations
Problem: The City is at
risk from many hazards
that can be mitigated
with better building
codes and ordinances.
Solution: The City will
adopt codes so that it
stays within 6 years of
the newest version of
codes. The City will
adopt ordinances and
regulations as
necessary to mitigate
losses from hazards.
New All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property, the
economy, and
natural systems
from natural
and human-
caused hazard
events
6 months,
once need
identified
Community
Development,
Fire Marshal’s
Office
Staff Time More resilient
community
$2,000 High LPR PR
2022-
Friendswood-
011
Update Storm
Surge Maps
Problem: The City’s
GIS maps reflect storm
surge related to
category of storm.
Since maps were
created, categories of
storms have been
separated from
potential surge. Surge
maps should reflect
storm-surge heights as
well as feet above
ground level.
Solution: Maps are to
be revised to reflect
storm surge heights,
independent of
category of storm.
Specific local maps to
be available to
residents pre-storm.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm
Enhance and
Maintain public
education and
awareness
activities
6 months Community
Development
Staff Time Public Education $5,000 Medium EAP PI,
ES
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-33
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Friendswood-
012
Public
Mitigation
Information
and Warning
App
Problem: The City is
susceptible to a variety
of hazards that need to
be communicated to
the public, including
how to mitigate
hazards at their
properties.
Solution: Create a
public information and
warning mobile
application for Android
and Apple systems that
will allow the public to
access information on
how to mitigate
hazards at their
properties and notify
the public of
impending hazard
events.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
Enhance and
Maintain public
education and
awareness
activities
1 to 2 years City Manager’s
Office, Office
of Emergency
Management
Staff Time Public Education $3,000 Low EAP PI,
ES
2022-
Friendswood-
013
Drainage Plan Problem: The City is
prone to flooding due
to heavy rainfall.
During Harvey,
approximately 2,800
structures were flooded
within the City.
Solution: A
Comprehensive
Drainage Plan will be
developed that
identifies specific and
viable projects that will
best benefit the City.
The plan can be used to
support future
mitigation projects.
Both Flood Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property, the
economy, and
natural systems
from natural
events
1 to 2 years Engineering HMGP,
FMA
Plan developed
to reduce
flooding
$700,000 to
$800,000
High LPR PR
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-34
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Friendswood-
014
Dunbar
Estates
Bridge
Replacement
Problem: The Dunbar
estates bridge is load
zoned to 21,000 lbs.
which prohibits the
passage of fire engines.
Bridge is classified by
TDOT as structurally
deficient. The bridge is
subjected to damage
during floods from
rushing water and
debris strikes.
Solution: The bridge is
to be torn down and
replaced with a higher
bridge with concrete
and steel columns and
supports.
Existing Flood Minimize loss
of life, injury,
damage to
property, the
economy, and
natural systems
from natural
and human-
caused hazard
events
2 to 3 years
from
funding
Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
Approximately
105 residential
structures
provided more
reliable access
for emergency
vehicles
$1 to $5
Million
Low SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
015
Potable Water
Redundancy
Problem: Several
sections of the City’s
potable water system
have dead end lines. A
single break would
eliminate water service
to those areas until it
could be restored.
Solution: Create
redundancy and loops
throughout the potable
water system to
mitigate breaks
throughout the city.
Additional water pipe
is to be installed in
certain areas in order to
loop the system.
Both Utility Failure 1 Ongoing Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
N/A Millions Low SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
016
Flood
Signage
Problem: The City has
multiple low lying
areas that are subject to
routine flooding.
Both Flood 1 1 year Engineering HMGP,
FMA
N/A $5,000 Medium EAP PR
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-35
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Traditional signage can
be slow to deploy.
Solution: Permanent
flip down signs will be
installed in flood prone
areas that can be
engaged or activated by
any staff member or
emergency services.
Additional barricades
to be purchased for use
in preventing vehicles
from driving through
flood waters.
2022-
Friendswood-
017
Brigadoon
Drainage
Improvements
Problem: Street
flooding in this area
occurs during
moderate-heavy rain
events. The current
drainage system is not
sized adequately, and
the road is often
impassible during these
events.
Solution: Upsize storm
sewer, install box
culverts and reconstruct
and slope the concrete
street to improve
drainage.
Existing Flood 1 1 year Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
Minimize injury
and property
damage
~$5 million High SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
018
Harden Lift
Stations
Problem: Several lift
stations within the City
are vulnerable to
flooding.
Solution: Lift station
electrical components
to be elevated above
the storm of record
with wet wells being
Existing Flood,
Tsunami
1 2 to 5 years Public Works,
Engineering
HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
Maintain
wastewater
system
$1 to $3
million
Medium SIP SP
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-36
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category sealed from water
intrusion.
2022-
Friendswood-
019
Backup
Power for Lift
Stations
Problem: Four lift
stations within the City
do not have backup
power and will not
operate during
blackouts.
Solution: Installation of
backup generators at
lift stations that do not
have standby
generators.
Existing Extreme
Temperature,
Hurricane and
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter
Weather,
Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind, Utility
Failure
1 1 to 2 years
after
funding
Public Works,
Engineering
HMGP,
CDBG
Maintain sewer
system
$400,000 Low SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
020
Generator for
“Blackhawk
Building”
Problem: The City’s
“Blackhawk Building”
does not have a standby
generator. The facility
serves as Public Works,
Parks Maintenance,
and Engineering as
well as a future
emergency shelter.
Backup power is
needed to maintain
operations during
power failures.
Solution: Purchase and
install a natural gas
generator with
automatic switch gear.
Existing Extreme
Temperature,
Hurricane and
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter
Weather,
Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind, Utility
Failure
1 1 to 2 years
after
funding
Public Works,
Engineering,
Fire Marshal’s
Office
FEMA
Mitigation,
HMGP
Maintain
Operations
$600,000 High SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
021
Implement
flood
mitigation
measures
Problem: The City is
prone to flooding
during heavy rainfall.
During Harvey,
approximately 2,800
structures were
flooded.
Both Flood 1 Ongoing Engineering HMGP,
CDBG,
FMA
Residential
structures to be
removed from
the floodplain.
$100 million-
$200 million
Medium SIP SP
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-37
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: Terracing,
detention, and other
flood mitigation
projects are to be
implemented in the
Clear Creek watershed
in order to reduce flood
risk. As land is
available,
terracing/shelving and
detention activities will
be conducted. Fill will
be disposed out of the
floodplain.
2022-
Friendswood-
022
Protect
windows of
City facilities
to meet
current City
code
Problem: Windows on
City facilities are not
well protected from
wind driven debris.
Window film was
previously installed on
most facilities, but this
does not meet current
codes for wind
protection.
Solution: Window
shutters or hardened
glass to be installed on
City facilities,
including the newly
purchased Blackhawk
Building.
Existing Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind
1 1 to 2 years
upon
funding
Engineering,
Fire Marshal’s
Office, Parks
and Recreation
HMGP,
CDBG
Wind protection
for City facilities
$200,000 Medium SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
023
SOP for NFIP
Compliance
Problem: The City is
prone to flooding.
During Harvey,
approximately 2,800
structures sustained
damage due to flood
waters. A Standard
Operating Procedure
(SOP) is needed to
ensure substantial
damage estimates are
Both Flood,
Tsunami
2 6 months Community
Development
N/A Reduction of
flood losses
N/A High LPR PR
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Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-38
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category uniformly completed
following floods and
that repairs are
accurately recorded in
the form of building
permits.
Solution: Create a
Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP) for
Community
Development to
reference in future
events with details on
how to conduct
Substantial Damage
Estimates (SDE) and
how to review, evaluate
and issue building
permits to ensure
compliance with the
NFIP.
2022-
Friendswood-
024
Install /
Replace and
bury fiber
cable
Problem: Overhead
fiber optic cable is
susceptible to damage
from windstorms,
winter weather and
other related weather
conditions. The
telephone poles are
also susceptible to
damage from vehicle
accidents and high
loads passing through.
City telephone systems
and public safety
programs are reliant on
fiber connections,
including non-
emergency Police,
OEM, and Fire
Department numbers.
Both Utility
Failure,
Hurricane and
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter
Weather,
Tornado,
Thunderstorm
Wind
2 1 to 2 years IT HMGP,
CDBG
Continuation of
communication
systems
$700 thousand
for each project
(city hall to
public works
and city hall to
public safety)
High SIP SP
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-39
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: A private,
City owned, fiber optic
cable is to be installed
between City Hall and
the City’s Public
Works facility and
from City Hall to the
Public Safety Building.
The cable will be
buried in order to
protect it from damage.
2022-
Friendswood-
025
Winterize
critical
infrastructure
and facilities
Problem: In 2021,
multiple City facilities
sustained damage due
to freezing water lines
and equipment due to
extreme cold. Several
facilities are not
insulated from the
extreme cold.
Solution: Heaters and
insulation to be
installed as necessary
to prevent pipes and
equipment from
freezing during future
extreme cold events.
Facilities, parks, and
infrastructure to be
protected.
Both Extreme
Temperature,
Severe Winter
Weather
1 1 year Public Works,
Parks and
Recreation
HMGP Protection from
freeze
$30,000
Medium SIP SP
2022-
Friendswood-
026
External
Threat
Mitigation to
SCADA
System:
Security
measures to
protect water
& wastewater
Problem: The City’s
Public Works
Department relies on
the operation of the
SCADA system for
monitoring the
communities’ water
and wastewater
utilities. With cyber
and external threats
becoming more
prevalent, software and
Existing Cyber
Terrorism
1 1 year Engineering,
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
UASI,
SHSP
Avoid threats to
the City’s
water/wastewater
$250,000-
$350,000
Medium SIP SP
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-40
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category hardware updates need
to be addressed to
protect the City’s
resources.
Solution: Security
updates to the SCADA
system’s software and
hardware.
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-41
2022 Update
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.5-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Friendswood-
001
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
002
Evacuation Routes 1 0 0 1 1 1 -1 0 0 1 1 -1 0 1 5 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
003
Lightning Warning
System 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
004
Critical Facilities
Retrofits 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
005
Activities Building
Backup Generator 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
006
Animal Control
Building Backup
Generator
0 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
007
Relocate Public Works
Fuel System
0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
008
Improve Stormwater
Drainage & Culverts
1 1 0 1 1 1 -1 0 0 1 -1 -1 0 0 3 Low
2022-Friendswood-
009
Power Line Protection 1 1 0 0 0 0 -1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 3 Low
2022-Friendswood-
010
Update Codes,
Ordinances, and
Regulations
1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
011
Update Storm Surge
Maps
0 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 7 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
012
Public Mitigation
Information and
Warning App
0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 5 Low
2022-Friendswood-
013
Drainage Plan 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
014
Dunbar Estates Bridge
Replacement
1 1 -1 1 0 1 -1 0 0 1 -1 0 0 0 2 Low
Section 9.5: City of Friendswood
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.5-42
2022 Update
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Friendswood-
015
Potable Water
Redundancy
1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 -1 0 0 0 3 Low
2022-Friendswood-
016
Flood Signage 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
017
Brigadoon Drainage
Improvements
1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 9 High
2022-Friendswood-
018
Harden Lift Stations 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
019
Backup Power for Lift
Stations
0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 6 Low
2022-Friendswood-
020
Generator for
“Blackhawk Building”
1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 11 High
2022-Friendswood-
021
Implement flood
mitigation measures
1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
022
Protect windows of City
facilities to meet current
City code
1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 8 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
023
SOP for NFIP
Compliance
1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Friendswood-
024
Install / Replace and
bury fiber cable
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 9 High
2022-Friendswood-
025
Winterize critical
infrastructure and
facilities
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 9 Medium
2022-Friendswood-
026
External Threat
Mitigation to SCADA
System: Security
measures to protect
water & wastewater
1 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 7 Medium
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-1
2022 Update
9.6 CITY OF HITCHCOCK
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Hitchcock and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in Hitchcock participated in the planning process, an assessment of the City’s risk and
vulnerability, the different capabilities used in Hitchcock, and an action plan that will be implemented to achieve
a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.6.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Hitchcock followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of
this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many Hitchcock
departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented the
community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing input
from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the annex
development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.6-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Arnie Cross Director of Community
Development
Designated point of contact for planning process; attended
meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event
history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions;
reviewed annex and provided feedback
Wilmon Smith Police Chief
Attended meetings; provided information on capabilities, past
event history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions;
reviewed annex and provided feedback
Ruth Ann Sorrell City Secretary
Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past
action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex
and provided feedback
Leroy Thomas Public Works
Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past
action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex
and provided feedback
9.6.2 Jurisdictional Profile
The City of Hitchcock is located in the southwestern part of Galveston County. According to the U.S. Census,
the 2010 population for the City was 6,961. The estimated 2019 population was 7,301, a 4.9-percent increase
from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community Survey indicate that 6.1-percent
of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 14.4-percent is 65 years of age or older. Communities must
deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.6.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Hitchcock performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and policies
that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes the
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-2
2022 Update
components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Hitchcock identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Hitchcock, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.6-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 150 – Building
Regulations, last revised
1/27/2021
State and Local Building
Inspector/ Code
Enforcement
Officer
How does this reduce risk?
The City has adopted the International Building Codes with amendments. All substandard buildings or structures within the terms of this
chapter which shall constitute a menace to the health, safety or general welfare of its occupants or of the public are declared to be public
nuisances and shall be ordered to be vacated, repaired or demolished. The Ordinance contains a bulkhead section requiring that all
commercial and residential developments in the city adjacent to the water must install suitable bulkhead along the banks the entire length of
the property shoreline. The bulkheads shall be designed and installed in such manner as to insure proper soil and land retention and the
effective reduction of storm damage and erosion.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 156 – Zoning
Regulations
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
This chapter is adopted for the purpose of protecting the health, safety, and general welfare of the residents, citizens, and inhabitants of the
City of Hitchcock, Texas. These regulations are designed to:
• Lessen congestion in the streets;
• Secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers;
• Promote health and general welfare;
• Provide adequate light and air;
• Prevent the overcrowding of land;
• Avoid undue concentration of population; and,
• Facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewers, schools, parks and other public requirements for the benefit of
the citizens of Hitchcock.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 155 –
Subdivisions, 11/27/1979
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-3
2022 Update
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for the orderly, safe and healthful development of the area within the city and wit hin the area
surrounding the city and to promote the health, safety, morals and general welfare of the community. The first-floor elevation of all
developments should be described as a minimum of one foot above the flood hazard boundary map as provided by the Department o f Housing
and Urban Development, Federal Insurance Administration.
Site Plan Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - Local -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 152 – Flood
Hazard Areas, 4/21/2008
Federal, State,
County and
Local
City Secretary /
Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this Chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by implementing the following mitigation methods;
(1) Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood heights or
velocities;
(2) Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial
construction;
(3) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the accommodation of
flood waters;
(4) Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage;
(5) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood hazards to
other lands.
New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement), elevated to or
above the base flood elevation. A registered professional engineer, architect, or land surveyor shall submit a certification to the Floodplain
Administrator that the standard of this subsection as proposed in subsection 152.42(1)a., is satisfied. New construction and substantial
improvements of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated
to or above the base flood level or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level the
structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of
resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-4
2022 Update
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 37 – Emergency
Management, 2/21/1994
Local Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the office of Emergency Management Director of the city which shall be held by the Mayor in accordance with state law. The
duties and responsibilities of the Emergency Management Director shall include the following:
(A) Conduct an on-going survey of actual or potential hazards which threaten life and property within the city and an on-going
program of identifying and requiring or recommending the implementation of measures which would tend to prevent the
occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur.
(B) Supervision of the development and approval of an emergency management plan for the city and shall recommend for adoption by
the City Commission all mutual aid arrangements deemed necessary for the implementation of such plan.
(C) Authority to declare a local state of disaster.
A comprehensive emergency management plan shall be developed and maintained in a current state. The plan shall set forth the form of the
organization, establish and designate divisions and functions, assign responsibilities, tasks, duties, and powers, and designate officers and
employees to carry out the provisions of this chapter.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No Comprehensive Plan,
2020-2040
Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
The City of Hitchcock is a resilient community dedicated to sustainable growth, high quality of life and attracting development to the area.
The Comprehensive Plan 2020-2040 is designed to guide the City of Hitchcock for its future growth.
Due to Hitchcock's inherent flood risk, extensive planning and measures should be taken to protect itself from an ever increasing threat of
flooding. Implement low-impact development techniques to manage stormwater runoff. The planning team emphasizes the importance of
conservation and use of on-site water retention to mitigate water quantity and quality. The city needs to evaluate and improve the water and
sewer system.
A conservation overlay district is proposed that would provide accountability from the local government to ensure the greatest method of
flood mitigation in Hitchcock. The Plan contains recommended measures for flood mitigation and resiliency throughout and will be a useful
guide for future projects and actions.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No City Budget Local City Manager
How does this reduce risk?
The City adopted it’s 2022 Capital Budget. It contains Capital Improvement project appropriations of $1,000,000.00. The 5-year Capital
Plan includes funding for street reconstruction, drainage improvements, critical facility elevation, and water and sanitary sewer upgrades.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No Flood Plain SOP Local Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No Stormwater Management
Program – Structural
Control Guideline.
Federal Community
Development
How does this reduce risk?
The City follows the processes necessary to comply with MS4.
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-5
2022 Update
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes Hitchcock Emergency
Response Plan
Local Emergency
Manager
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Hitchcock to oversee and track development.
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Table 9.6-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Community Development
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.)
Yes -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
No -
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Hitchcock and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.6-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board Yes Arnold Cross Jr., Community Development Director
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes
Arnold Cross Jr., Community Development Director - The
Board of Adjustment consists of five (5) members with two
alternates and all cases must be heard by at least seventy-five
(75) percent of the members four (4). The Board is a quasi-
judicial board. It is not a legislative body with the authority to
amend ordinances or create new laws. The Board conducts
hearings on matters dealing with the Hitchcock Zoning
Ordinance and determines if strict compliance with the
ordinance will create a hardship. The Board also considers
whether the variance will comply with the spirit and intent of
the ordinance.
Planning Department Yes Arnold Cross Jr., Community Development Director
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee Yes Tyler Robert, EDC Director
Public Works/Highway Department Yes Leroy, Thomas, Utility Superintendent
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement Department Yes Cynthia Smith-Rex, Code Enforcement Officer
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department Yes Chief Wilmon Smith
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes Ruth Ann Sorrell, Internet, Text, Alerts
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes Leroy Thomas, Utility Superintendent
Mutual aid agreements Yes Chief Wilmon Smith
Human Resources Manual No -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices No -
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices No -
Planners or engineers with an understanding of natural
hazards No -
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost analysis No -
Professionals trained in conducting damage assessments No -
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards United
States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH) applications No -
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager No -
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.) No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Hitchcock.
Table 9.6-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes, current grants in use.
Capital improvements project funding Yes, Budget reflects mitigation projects.
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes -
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service -
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes -
Stormwater utility fee -
Incur debt through general obligation bonds -
Incur debt through special tax bonds -
Incur debt through private activity bonds -
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas -
Other federal or state funding programs -
Open Space Acquisition funding programs -
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) -
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Hitchcock.
Table 9.6-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office No -
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Maintains and updates website as needed
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes
The City’s website has an alert page where residents can sign up to
receive e-notifications. Alerts include health, police, utilities/streets,
and weather/hurricane. The main page of the City’s website also
posts latest news and events.
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No -
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Internet, Text, Alerts
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Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Hitchcock.
Table 9.6-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS)
No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
No - -
Storm Ready Certification No -
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.6-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
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*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.6.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.6-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been
damaged by flooding?
Areas of Hitchcock where you are likely in a flood zone: All the
Highland Bayou areas within 150 ft. of the bank; parts of Wood
Acres along the canal side; the back part of Tacquard along the
bayou; Greenwood subdivision along North Bayou; Temple Circle
and Temple Drive; Hwy 6 from FM 2004 to Dixie Donuts and from
Mike St. to Bayou Vista; Delaney Rd. at Magnolia to Prairie; all
Bayou Glen and Memorial Drive areas; Crestview Subdivision;
parts of Pecanwood, east and west Bayou St.; all Little Bend areas;
all of the east end of town including Harborwalk; the south end of
2nd St.; Meadowbrook Rd.; the east end of Robinson Rd.; north and
south Redfish.
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in
flood mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are
interested in mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
No
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No, currently investigating with Texas A&M
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in
your jurisdiction?
Yes, number uncertain
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation
or acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the
projects funded?
Some completed – Number unknown
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the
flood risk within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes, except for heavy rain events
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain
management? Community Development
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? No
Do you have access to resources to determine possible
future flooding conditions from climate change? Not currently – Working to develop
Does your floodplain management staff need any
assistance or training to support its floodplain
management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, staffing
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services
you provide (e.g. permit review, GIS,
education/outreach, inspections, engineering
capability)
Floorplan permit required. Permit review, process inspections, SDI
determinations
How do you determine if proposed development on an
existing structure would qualify as a substantial
improvement?
FEMA, SDE/SDI process
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NFIP Topic Comments
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP
program in the community, if any? -
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP
compliance violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
Yes, continuing to identify and require compliance with permit
requirements
When was the most recent Community Assistance
Visit (CAV) or Community Assistance Contact
(CAC)?
-
What is the local law number or municipal code of
your flood damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention
ordinance was last amended?
Title XV, Chapter 152
April 21, 2008
Does your floodplain management program meet or
exceed minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes, require elevation certificates for all new projects
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs
(e.g. site plan review) that support floodplain
management and meeting the NFIP requirements?
For instance, does the planning board or zoning board
consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
No
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its
CRS Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS
program?
The City does not participate in the CRS program.
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.6.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.6-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family - - - - - - - - - - - -
Multi-Family - - - - - - - - - - - -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- - - - - - - - - - - -
Total Permits
Issued
- - - - - - - 102 - 695 - -
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
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Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.6.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Hitchcock’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Hitchcock has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
Section 9.6: City of Hitchcock
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Figure 9.6-1. Hitchcock Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.6-2. Hitchcock Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.6-3. Hitchcock Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.6-4. Hitchcock Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of e vents
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Hitchcock’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages Hitchcock experienced during hazard events since the last hazard
mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local sources.
Table 9.6-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in
size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial roof
loss and tree damage consistent with an EF-1
rating from east of the airport through Sunset
Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County).
Low-end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home's roof.
Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
The municipality did not
identify specific losses or
damages.
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates.
This intense morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were inundated
with flood waters nearing homes in Texas
City. Impassable roads due to high water
included the FM 1764 - Emmett Lowry
Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
The municipality did not
identify specific losses or
damages.
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
Approximately $2 million in
damages.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead
to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area
Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to
east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530)
Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
The municipality did not
identify specific losses or
damages.
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
The municipality did not
identify specific losses or
damages.
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and
other effects. Ten deaths and were reported in
$111,789.08 in damages.
Extreme freeze.
1 death, broken pipes, no
electricity
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in the
Galveston area.
High winds and power outages.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Hitchcock’s risk
assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Hitchcock. The City of Hitchcock reviewed
the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect the relative
risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Hitchcock agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.6-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
High Low Low High Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.6.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
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Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.6-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?(e.g., In
Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)If in progress or
completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
H-2006-2: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Lexington Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No Drains to TXDOT
waterway; not a priority. -
H-2006-3: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Concord Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-4: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Lincoln Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-5: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Willow Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-6: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Meadowplace Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-7: Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Tacguard Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance.
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
001)
Regraded ditches 2022. -
H-2006-8:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Barry St. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance.
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
001)
Regraded ditches in
2022. -
H-2006-9:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system Woodacres Dr. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-10:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Buins St. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
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Responsible
Party
What is the status?(e.g., In
Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)If in progress or
completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
H-2006-11:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Jay Rd. City of Hitchcock Completed. No - -
H-2006-12:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Hacker Rd. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No
Has new 52” culverts and
grade. Drains to
diversionary.
-
H-2006-16:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Steward Rd. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-18:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Hawthorne St. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance. No - -
H-2006-20:
Increase flow capacity to drainage
system on Belring Rd. City of Hitchcock No progress. Routine maintenance.
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
001)
Regraded -
H 2011-1: Develop and provide public
awareness materials and information
at community events (food bank) and
city website regarding hazards
Police and Fire
Departments,
Galveston County
EMC
Ongoing community awareness. - - -
H 2011-3: Extend water and sewer lines to
septic and well water customers not
currently on City system
City departments Completed on Neville $150,000 city
project. - At developer’s expense. -
H 2011-8: Implement a tree
trimming/vegetation removal
program from public right of ways
City Administration No progress
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
002)
- -
H 2011-10: Purchase and install emergency
power generators and connections
equipment to support critical
facilities and infrastructure
City Administration Ongoing progress
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
003)
- -
H 2011-11: Implement storm sewer system
improvement projects to mitigate
flooding
City Administration Storm in progress; added PlacEDS and
cycle event. - - -
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-22
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?(e.g., In
Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)If in progress or
completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
H 2011-13: Upgrade water and sanitary sewer
distribution and collection system
infrastructure to include
backflow prevention valves
City Administration Ongoing progress
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
004)
- -
H 2011-19: Evaluate, design, and implement
hardening measures to protect
existing critical facilities and critical
infrastructure
City Administration No progress
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
005)
- -
H 2016-1:
Stormproof/retrofit new critical
facilities and infrastructure City Administration No progress
Yes (as
2022-
Hitchcock-
006)
- -
H 2016-2: Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
and applicable state
and county agencies
No progress
(as 2022-
Hitchcock-
007)
- -
H 2016-3: Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration
and applicable
departments
No progress
(as 2022-
Hitchcock-
013)
- -
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-23
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
In addition to the completed actions identified in Table 9.6-14, the City of Hitchcock has identified the following
mitigation projects/activities that have been completed over the last five years:
• Improve in-flow and infiltration in sanitary system. Contracted FEMA Hazard Mitigation. $1.2 million.
• King Solutions regraded ditches and manhole rehab.
• Hazmat mitigation up size the water lines on main thoroughfares.
• $3.6 million grant to upgrade wastewater treatment and collection system. SPI engineering is the
coordinating firm.
• $1.9 million from American Relief Fund for infrastructure rehab from the United States government.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Hitchcock participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.6-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Hitchcock would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-24
2022 Update
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-25
2022 Update
Table 9.6-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Hitchcock-
001
Drainage Ditch
Maintenance and
Upgrade
Problem: The city of Hitchcock
is a low-lying area with storm
water drainage via a city-wide
system of culverts and ditches.
Over time, the ditches become
overgrown with vegetation and
accumulate debris. Increasing
development within the city
places ever-increasing demands
on the ditch system. Lack of
city resources prevent sufficient
attention to the ditch system.
Maintenance tends to be more
reactive than pro-active. This
often contributes to flooding
issues when unanticipated
storm events occur.
Solution: Resource and
implement a drainage ditch
management program.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm
1 1-5 years Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Medium High SIP SP,
PP
2022-
Hitchcock-
002
Tree and
Vegetation
Trimming /
Removal
Problem: Continual trimming
of vegetation is required to
mitigation the impact of severe
weather.
Solution: Implement a tree
trimming/vegetation removal
program from public right of
ways.
Both Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1 Ongoing City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Medium High NSP NR,
PP
2022-
Hitchcock-
003
Emergency
Generators
Problem: Critical facilities lack
backup power.
Solution: Purchase and install
emergency power generators
and connection equipment to
support critical facilities and
infrastructure.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-26
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Tornadoes,
Tsunami, Utility
Failure, Wildfire
2022-
Hitchcock-
004
Water and Sewer
System Upgrades
Problem: Substandard water
and sewer system impacted by
storm events.
Solution: Upgrade water and
sanitary sewer distribution and
collection system infrastructure
to include backflow prevention
valves.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
PP
2022-
Hitchcock-
005
Existing Critical
Facilities
Protection
Problem: Facilities need to be
retrofit to withstand hazard
events.
Solution: Evaluate, design, and
implement hardening measures
to protect existing critical
facilities and critical
Infrastructure.
Existing Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami, Utility
Failure
1 Ongoing City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
2022-
Hitchcock-
006
New Critical
Facilities Storm
proofing
Problem: Design standards for
new facilities are inadequate to
withstand severe hazard events.
Solution: Stormproof new
critical facilities and
infrastructure.
New Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami, Utility
Failure
1 Ongoing City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High LPR PR,
PP
2022-
Hitchcock-
007
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters
damaged facilities.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-27
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties.
2022-
Hitchcock-
008
Map and Develop
Buildable Land
Inventory
Problem: The city is
confronting a period of rapid
residential and commercial
growth. Developers are
proposing projects in out-lying
areas of the city that are beyond
the range of city utilities and
current fire/police acceptable
response times. Also, many of
the locations are in
environmentally sensitive
areas. Development of such
locations potentially reduces
habitat of indigenous wildlife.
The city needs a better process
to rapidly assess suitability of
land for development.
Solution: Coordinate the hazard
mapping in this HMP with a
planning effort to map, develop
and implement a
comprehensive inventory of
land within the city including
risks and vulnerabilities
associated with potential
development.
New Coastal and
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm, Land
Subsidence,
Utility Failure
1 Ongoing City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Hitchcock-
009
Address
outstanding NFIP
compliance
violations
Problem: The City of
Hitchcock continues to
experience severe damage from
periodic flooding events. Many
homes are rebuilt following
flooding without city permits or
substantial damage
assessments. Builders purchase
damaged homes, remodel and
sell to unwary buyers without
full disclosure of flooding
history. Lack of city resources
N/A Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm, Land
Subsidence
1 Ongoing City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
PI
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-28
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category has limited the ability to
identify and address NFIP
compliance violations in a
timely fashion. This on-going
situation negatively impacts the
city’s ability to qualify for
preferred flood insurance rates
by participation in the FEMA
CRS program.
Solution: Fund city resources to
address the problem of non-
compliance with NFIP
requirements and begin the
process of qualifying for the
FEMA CRS program.
2022-
Hitchcock-
010
Hire additional
staff with
knowledge of
land
development,
land management
practices and
advanced
mapping
techniques
Problem: The City of
Hitchcock continues to
experience hazard events from
a broad array of natural and
man-made causes. Despite this
history, the city is currently
confronting rapid growth and
development, both residential
and commercial. To effectively
manage this growth requires a
broad knowledge of cause and
effect. Advances in mapping
technologies can allow city
staff to visualize, understand
and question many land
development situations much
more quickly and completely
than in the past. This can only
happen if staff is trained and
familiar with the capabilities of
mapping technology.
Solution: Funding for
additional city staff that can
apply the latest mapping
technologies to land
development and management
N/A Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Coastal Erosion,
Flood,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm, Land
Subsidence,
Pandemic
2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High EAP PI,
PR
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-29
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category practices, thereby avoiding land
use decisions with unintended
consequences.
2022-
Hitchcock-
011
Develop and
adopt a
Stormwater
Management
Ordinance
Problem: The City of
Hitchcock is a low-lying area
with storm water drainage via a
city-wide system of culverts
and ditches. The city is
confronting a period of rapid
residential and commercial
development. This
development reduces the
amount of permeable land
available to absorb water
during storm events. The result
is increasing stormwater runoff
that impacts surrounding
properties and inundates
roadways leading to flooding of
structures and lack of
transportation access during
emergencies.
Solution: Develop and
implement a Stormwater
Management Ordinance to
control impact of development
on land use.
Both Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm
2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
PP
2022-
Hitchcock-
012
Purchase
generators or
upgrade existing
installations for
critical facilities
and infrastructure
that lack adequate
backup power.
Problem: The City of
Hitchcock experiences
numerous instances of power
loss throughout the year.
Severe weather events damage
fragile utility transmission
systems and critical city
facilities cannot operate to
provide services during the
event. The severe winter
freezing conditions of February
of 2021 highlighted the extent
of the problem. In addition,
existing generators in the city
Existing Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Lightning,
Utility Failure
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-30
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category are old and some are located
below current floodplain
requirements. Existing
generators require upgrade
and/or replacement along with
elevation to prevent potential
flooding damage.
Solution: Develop a plan and
secure funding to purchase
and/or upgrade back-up power
supply capabilities for city
facilities. Ensure facilities are
hardened and elevated to
prevent damage from all
hazards.
2022-
Hitchcock-
013
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
regulations and
permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation is
an ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and enforce
community regulations and
permit requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies.
This includes restricting
development or requiring
enhanced building techniques
in floodplains and mapped
high-hazard areas.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
ES
2022-
Hitchcock-
014
Public Outreach Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Additionally, outreach methods
are needed informing the
community of immediate
danger from an impending
hazard or updating the public
with an ongoing controlled
hazard.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
3 1-5 Years City
Administration,
Director of
Community
Development
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-31
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the public
of immediate hazard threats or
updated supplemental
information of ongoing hazards
through numerous methods that
could include text messages,
automated “robo calls”, emails,
media outlet press releases,
internet websites and social
media accounts from city
departments. Equipment would
include social monitoring or
crowd source programs,
cameras and hard-shell cases,
laptop, and a dedicated vehicle.
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-32
2022 Update
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.6-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project
Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-
Hitchcock-001
Drainage Ditch Maintenance
and Upgrade
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-
Hitchcock-002
Tree and Vegetation
Trimming / Removal
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-003
Emergency Generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-004
Water and Sewer System
Upgrades
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-005
Existing Critical Facilities
Protection
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-006
New Critical Facilities Storm
proofing
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-007
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-008
Map and Develop Buildable
Land Inventory
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-
Hitchcock-009
Address outstanding NFIP
compliance violations
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-
Hitchcock-010
Hire additional staff with
knowledge of land
development, land
management practices and
advanced mapping techniques
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-
Hitchcock-011
Develop and adopt a
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
SECTION 9.6: City of Hitchcock
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.6-33
2022 Update
Project
Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-
Hitchcock-012
Purchase generators or
upgrade existing installations
for critical facilities and
infrastructure that lack
adequate backup power.
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-013
Integrate mitigation measures
in community regulations and
permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-
Hitchcock-014
Public Outreach 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
SECTION 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-1
2022 Update
9.7 JAMAICA BEACH
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Jamaica Beach and includes resources and
information to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not
intended as guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be
implemented prior to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a
general overview of the municipality and who in the City of Jamaica Beach participated in the planning process,
an assessment of the City of Jamaica Beach’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of
Jamaica Beach, and an action plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.7.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Jamaica Beach followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume
I of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of
Jamaica Beach departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact
represented the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements
by securing input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to
contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting
on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.7-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Brad Heiman Police Chief Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings;
provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
Ana Mondragon Director of Operations Provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
9.7.2 Jurisdictional Profile
Jamaica Beach is a city in Galveston County located on Galveston Island. It is bordered to the east and west by
the City of Galveston, the east bay to the north, and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. The City of Jamaica Beach
is governed by a mayor and five councilpersons. According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City
was 983. The estimated 2019 population was 1,078, a 9.7-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the
2019 U.S. Census American Community Survey indicate that 1.9-percent of the population is 5 years of age or
younger and 16.2-percent is 65 years of age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables
all populations to safely reach shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.7.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Jamaica Beach performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
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• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Jamaica Beach identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Jamaica Beach , what is present in
the jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.7-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes International Building
Code 2019-8
State and Local David Ewalt –
Building Official
How does this reduce risk?
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No City Ordinance 2019-7
Effective Date
10/21/2019
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No City Ordinance 2019-7
Effective Date
10/21/2019
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No City Ordinance 93-5
effective 12/6/1993
Local and
County
Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes City Ordinance 93-5
effective 12/6/1993
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management Yes No City Ordinance 2019-7
effective 10/21/2019
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes City Ordinance 2019-7
effective 10/21/2019
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes City Ordinance 2020-06
effective 11/16/2020
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No City Ordinance 94-2
established 3/21/1994
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No City Ordinance 2017-1
established 4/17/2017
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No City Ordinance 93-5
effective 12/6/1993
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan Yes No City Ordinance 93-5
effective 12/6/1993
State, Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes City Ordinance 94-2
established 3/21/1994
Local Ana Mondragon
/ Director of
Operations
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Jamaica Beach to oversee and track development.
Table 9.7-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes The Building Department is responsible for
issuing permits
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes The City has certain regulations for beachfront
permits
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Most of the City has already been built out
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Jamaica Beach and
their current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.7-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board Yes Volunteer staff of 5, responsible for mapping in the
city, they support hazard mitigation
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes Volunteer staff of 5, responsible for mapping in the
City, they support hazard mitigation
Planning Department No Not Applicable
Mitigation Planning Committee No Not Applicable
Environmental Board/Commission No Not Applicable
Open Space Board/Committee No Not Applicable
Economic Development Commission/Committee No Not Applicable
Public Works/Highway Department Yes Responsible for maintenance that decreased flood risks
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department Yes This department ensures that construction work is
completed with mitigation hazards in mind
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department No Not Applicable
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) No Not Applicable
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes Tree trimming, clearing of the ditches, mowing and
weed eating.
Mutual aid agreements No -
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Human Resources Manual Yes -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices Yes Contracted engineers develop projects in accordance
with the City mitigation plan
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices Yes Contracted engineers develop projects in accordance
with the City mitigation plan
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards Yes Contracted engineers develop projects in accordance
with the City mitigation plan
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis No Not Applicable
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments Yes Contracted evaluators would be brought to the City in
the event that they were needed
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
No Not Applicable
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No Not Applicable
Surveyor(s) No Not Applicable
Emergency Manager Yes Leads the City team in case of an emergency
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.) No Not Applicable
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Jamaica Beach.
Table 9.7-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) No
Capital improvements project funding Yes, currently the city has several projects including street
improvement projects and lift station repairs
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes, City Council may increase taxes in an event it is needed
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service Yes – the city is the city’s water distributors
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds Yes, they would have to be put out for bond elections
Incur debt through special tax bonds Yes, they would have to be put out for bond elections
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs Yes, the city can always apply for granting
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) Yes
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Jamaica Beach.
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Table 9.7-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Citizens can be informed through Facebook and the City website
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development No Not Applicable
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes Citizens can be informed through Facebook and the City website
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Citizens can be informed through Facebook and the City website
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
Yes Citizens can be informed by attending open meetings of the different
boards and commissions
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No Not Applicable
Warning systems for hazard events No Not Applicable
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No Not Applicable
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Jamaica Beach.
Table 9.7-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) Yes 8 10/1/2018
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) Yes Unknown Unknown
Storm Ready Certification No - -
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.7-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
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Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.7.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.7-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
Beach Comber has moderate issues with drainage as
well as the canal side of Jolly Roger. The Black Beard
drainage canal could use some dredging
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
The City does not have a current list.
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
To the City’s knowledge there are no Risk MAP
projects underway.
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
The determination is based on valuation of the property
and assessed cost of damage. To my knowledge there
have been no structures that have been assessed as
having Substantial Damage.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
To the City’s knowledge 6 structures have been
mitigated and I am unsure of how the projects have been
funded. It is the City’s understanding that they were
funded by the property owners.
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes, the flood hazard maps properly address the flood
risk in the jurisdiction.
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Village of Jamaica Beach Building Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes, the Building Official
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? No
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
Yes, the Director of Operations needs to re-certify as a
flood plain manager.
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NFIP Topic Comments
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
The City performs permit review, outreach, inspections
and have engineering capabilities.
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
The City would determine this based on the valuation of
the improvement in comparison to the valuation of the
structure.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? No
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
To the City’s knowledge, there are no outstanding
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)?
To the best of the City’s knowledge, the City has never
had a CAV or CAC.
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
City Ordinance 2020-6 dates 11/16/2020
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes it exceeds minimum standards because it includes a
one foot freeboard requirement.
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Yes, staff presents to the Planning and Zoning
Commission as well as to the Board of Adjustments and
ensures that they are aware of the flood risks when
allotting variances.
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes, the City participates in CRS and is very interested
in improving the CRS rating.
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.7.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.7-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family - - 16 16 20 20 7 7 4 4 8 8
Multi-Family - - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- -
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total Permits
Issued
- - 16 16 20 20 7 7 4 4 8 8
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Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.7.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Jamaica Beach’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Jamaica Beach has significant exposure. The
maps also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.7-1. Jamaica Beach Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.7-2. Jamaica Beach Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.7-3. Jamaica Beach Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.7-4. Jamaica Beach Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Jamaica Beach’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard
events (as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides
details regarding municipal-specific loss and damages Jamaica Beach experienced during hazard events since
the last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or
local sources.
Table 9.7-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of Clover Field
Airport (Brazoria County) and continued on a narrow
northeast track into Galveston County. This tornado
expanded in size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its track. There
was extensive tree damage along the entire track. Homes
sustained partial roof loss and tree damage consistent
with an EF-1 rating from east of the airport through
Sunset Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County). Low-
end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester Drive in
Friendswood where there was complete loss of a
residential home's roof. Estimated peak wind was 115
mph. Property damages were estimated at $1 million.
Not Applicable
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain
No Efficient low level convergence along a near coastal
warm frontal boundary within a moist environment
generated thunderstorms that produced extreme early day
rainfall rates. This intense morning rainfall produced
flash flooding. Numerous streets were inundated with
flood waters nearing homes in Texas City. Impassable
roads due to high water included the FM 1764 - Emmett
Lowry Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
Not Applicable
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes Harvey made landfall as a category 4 hurricane near
Rockport, Texas during the evening of August 25th. The
storm then weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas then back over
the Gulf of Mexico making a second landfall along the
Louisiana coast during the early morning hours of
August 30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic flooding with a
large area of 30 to 60 inches of rain, 23 tornadoes,
tropical storm force winds and a moderate storm surge
near Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across western and
central Galveston County. Flood waters completely
inundated hundreds to thousands of homes and
businesses in League City, Dickinson and Santa Fe.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
impacted by flood waters across the county. Clear Creek
measured record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League City.
Major flooding occurred along the Dickinson Bayou;
from Cemetery Road to east of Highway 3 along FM
517. Flood waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were impacted by flood
waters across the county. Clear Creek measured record
levels that lead to the widespread flooding throughout
No damage was reported
to the City
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
Friendswood and League City. Major flooding occurred
along the Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east
of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters inundated
sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528,
FM 518 and numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues and flooded
homes within the Friendswood, Pearland and Dickinson
areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston County were
recorded as a result of the storm. An estimated $10
Billion in property damages and $10,000 in crop
damages were recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530)
Yes Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's first
Hurricane, made landfall along the unpopulated Padre
Island National Seashore on the mid-Kennedy County
coastline as a Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained 90 mph
winds with gusts over 100 mph in a small portion of the
inner eye wall. At the storm's peak, an estimated 50
thousand electric customers were without power.
There was no damage in
the City
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM);
No (DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the southwest
Louisiana coast. The hurricane brought high surf,
elevated tides and some winds and wind gusts to tropical
storm force along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to 8/27 leading to
flooding of low lying areas and roads. Beach erosion on
Gulf side. Tide gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston Island,
including Jamaica Beach, with multiple roads closed.
There was no damage in
the City
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes Record cold and windy conditions gripped Southeast
Texas behind the passage of an Arctic front. The extreme
cold and increased demand led to widespread power
outages, loss of heat for many and led to the bursting of
pipes with some losing water for many days. Numerous
fatalities resulted both from hypothermia, carbon
monoxide poisoning and other effects. Ten deaths and
were reported in Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
There were power
outages in the City. There
was extreme cold.
Several pumps busted and
had to be replaced.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas
N/A The storm brought gusty winds to most of coastal
southeast Texas, causing power outages to nearly
500,000 people. Several inches of rain fell, resulting in
flash flooding. Between six and nine inches of rain fell
in the Galveston area.
There were power
outages all thorough the
City. There was damage
to several structures due
to the wind and there was
a lot of debris that had to
be cleared.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Jamaica Beach’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and ch anging future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
SECTION 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-17
2022 Update
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Jamaica Beach. The City of Jamaica Beach
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Jamaica Beach agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.7-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Low Low Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.7.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
SECTION 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9-18
2022 Update
Table 9.7-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed, please
describe the funding source, cost
and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e.,
hazard, location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person to
implement the project.
JB
2006-1:
Implement beach and dune restoration
program
City staff and council In Progress, this is funded through a
TDEM grant
Yes (as
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
001)
- -
JB
2006-4:
Conduct annual hurricane town hall
meetings
City staff Completed No The Village of Jamaica
Beach conducts a yearly
Hurricane preparedness
meeting
This is a joined effort
between City Hall, The
Fire Department and
TWIA
JB
2011-5:
Prepare a Drought and Extreme Heat
Contingency Plan
City Administrator No No - -
JB
2016-1:
Jamaica Cove Rd. Survey City Administrator No No - -
JB
2016-2:
Purchase and install generators for
existing and new critical facilities and
infrastructure
City Administration In Progress. The only generator that
the city is waiting on is the on for the
Fire Department which is back ordered
at this time.
No - -
JB
2016-3:
Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration and
applicable state and county
agencies
In progress at this time Yes (as
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
011)
One home is being
elevated at this time on the
beach front
The Building
Department and
Director of Operations
are overseeing the
project.
JB
2016-4:
Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration and
applicable departments
In progress at this time Yes (as
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
012)
The city is consulting with
Debbie Vascik at this time
to tighten the flood
ordinance and increase the
CRS rating
The Building
Department and
Director of Operations
are overseeing the
project.
JB
2016-5:
Develop and provide public awareness
campaigns for natural hazards
City Administration and
applicable departments
IN progress Yes (as
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
013)
The Village of Jamaica
Beach conducts a yearly
Hurricane preparedness
meeting In addition there is
information on the City’s
website which is in the
process of being updated to
assist citizens in preparing
for a natural hazard.
This is a joined effort
between City Hall, The
Fire Department and
TWIA
SECTION 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-19
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.7-14, the City did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Jamaica Beach participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided
the following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible
activities and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation
Measures for Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing
Risk to Natural Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.7-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Jamaica Beach would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives
may be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available
funding (grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence
of new hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and
the six CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of
activities and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-20
2022 Update
Table 9.7-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
001
Dune Protection
Study
Problem: With the wearing
away of the shoreline
residents along Beachcomber
Road, Jamaica Beach Road,
West Beach Road, and
Buccaneer Road and
Boardwalk subdivision
become prone to flooding.
The loss of Dune protection
as well as the increased
flooding issues and erosion
of drainage ditches puts
residents in danger of
flooding hazards. In the past
elderly residents (70+ years
old) have had to pump water
from their residences onto
the shoreline to minimize
flood damage to their
structures.
Solution: Restoration of the
dunes. There needs to be an
engineering study to
determine the proper
drainage. A beach
construction certificate must
be obtained from the General
Land Office. Dunes need to
be restored with in-kind
materials. Acceptable grass
must be planted on these
dunes to minimize the
hazards.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Land
Subsidence,
Tsunami
1, 2, 3 5 years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
residential
structures.
Protection to
elderly
residents in
these homes
Low High SIP,
EAP
PR,
NR,
SP
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
002
Extreme
Temperature
Protection
Emergency
Winter storm,
Water Pipe /
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has an aging
infrastructure. During the
2021 Winter Storm, there
were approximately 100
water lines/water meter that
was damaged due to the
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Severe Winter
Storm
1, 2, 3 1 year Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life. Allowing
citizens to take
refuge from
extreme heat
Approximately
$80,000 for the
reroof of the
complex.
Approximately
$14,000 for the
generator
High SIP,
EAP
PP,
PI
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-21
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Water meter
protection
freezing temperatures.
Currently, the city is
operating at a 30-40 p.s.i.
water pressure to minimize
the damage to the water
lines. This is in comparison
with the City of Galveston’s
100 p.s.i. working water
pressure.
Solution: Restoration and
enlargement of water lines in
the city. This also includes
the replacement of faulty
water meters.
including
installation
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
003
Flood Hazard
Mitigation
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has an aging
infrastructure. The water
treatment plant operates at
50% due to damage that has
been sustained throughout
the years. Many of the
drainage ditches are either
clogged or overgrown
compounding problems to
the aging infrastructure that
taxes the pumps in the lift
stations and the workload in
the water treatment facility.
The Jamaica Beach
Volunteer Fire Department is
in dire need of a generator.
The water boxes float away
when the water levels get
high. The City needs to
replace them with boxes that
will not float away.
Solution: Evaluate the water
treatment plant and ensure
that all areas are operational.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2, 3 Five years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life.
Elimination of
loss of
equipment and
damage to
buildings.
Increase
resiliency of
first responders
in the event of
an emergency.
Water treatment
Plant
$2,000,000;
Generator
$5,000; Lift
Stations
$700,000;
Drainage
Ditches
$200,000
Storage Facility
$500,000
Water Meter
Boxes $100,000
High SIP,
EAP
SP,
PI,
PP
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-22
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Purchase and install a
generator at the Fire
Department Building.
Update and rehab lift stations
throughout the City.
Engineer drainage ditches
throughout the City and
ensures that proper drainage
is achieved.
Complete the engineering
project throughout the City,
including installing culverts,
establishing drainage ditches,
and clearing the existing
drainage ditches.
Building a storage facility for
critical equipment that will
be needed and used in the
event of a storm. This is to
includes boats used for
search and rescue, and
materials and equipment
used to protect the citizens
from catastrophic flood
damage.
Replace water meter boxes
throughout the City with
those that will not float away.
Adoption of a post disaster
recovery ordinance.
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
004
Critical Facility
Upgrades to
Withstand Hail
and Wind
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has
equipment that is not
protected from the
environment. There are also
aging roof structures to the
water treatment plant as well
as to the emergency building
complex. The city is in dire
need of a facility that can
store boats, equipment, and
supplies that are needed to
respond to emergencies. The
Existing Hail, Hurricane
& Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes
1, 2, 3 Two years Building
Dept.,
Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life by having
equipment
ready to
respond in the
event of an
emergency.
Elimination of
loss of
equipment and
damage to
buildings.
Increase
Equipment and
supplies Storage
Facility
$500,000
Re-Roof
$100,000
Shutters
Medium SIP,
LPR
SP,
PP,
PR
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-23
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category emergency complex is in dire
need of shutters that will
eliminate hail and wind
damage.
Solution: Replace the roof at
the emergency complex with
a hail and wind-resistant
roof. Install emergency
shutters at the emergency
complex, build a storage
facility for equipment and
supplies that are not
protected from hail and wind
at this time.
resiliency of
first responders
in the event of
an emergency
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
005
Implement
Results of Dune
Protection Study
and Sea Level
Rise Planning
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has multiple
beachfront properties that are
vulnerable to Sea Level
raises and high tides. The
city has lost much of its dune
protection due to losses of
these dunes from prior
storms.
Solution: Replacement and
restoration to beach dunes
will protect the beachfront
community from further loss
of life and property.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2, 3 Five years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life by the
rebuilding,
replacement
and restoration
of dunes. There
will also be the
protection of
property by
restoring dunes.
Restoration of
dunes has a
projected cost of
$2,000,000
including
engineering
High SIP,
EAP
SP,
NR,
PI
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
006
Tree Trimming
Program
Problem: Severe winds in the
City present threats to lives,
property, and utilities. This is
due to downed power lines,
trees, damage and to
structures.
Solution: Implement a tree
trimming and removal
program.
Both Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2, 3 Five years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life and critical
infrastructure
Low High NSP PP,
NR,
ES
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-24
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
007
Harden
Infrastructure and
Prepare
Community for
Severe Weather
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has multiple
hazards when severe weather
reaches us. The aging
infrastructure and the water
and sewer lines that are not
designed to be below a
freezing line suffer the
greatest damage. This poses
a threat to lives, property,
and vital utilities, primarily
because of flying debris
downed trees and power
lines. Severe winter
temperatures cause damage
to structures and
infrastructure in the City of
Jamaica Beach.
Solution: Adding insulation
to the emergency complex
both to the attic areas and to
exposed piping will protect
the utilities. Adding
generators to the water and
sewer treatment facilities
with generators that enable
the city to install heaters into
the lift stations will ensure
that they do not have damage
from liquid expansion in
pipes. Building a storage
building that will house
equipment and supplies will
ensure that the city has salt
available to maintain
adequate road and clearing
capabilities, therefore,
mitigating traffic accidents.
Informing citizens about
severe weather impacts and
distributing family and
traveling emergencies about
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure
1, 2, 3 Five years Building
Dept.,
Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life by building
a new building
to protect
equipment and
supplies.
Creating a
warming center
and minimizing
the damages to
infrastructure as
well as to
facilities by
improving
insulation
practices.
Educating
citizens on the
dangers of
Severe Winter
storms and
burning of fuel-
burning
equipment.
Building a new
structure has a
price of
$500,000.
Replacing
generators to lift
stations $35,000.
Generator for the
fire station area
of the
emergency
complex
$15,000.
Education
programs $3,000
Warming station
maintenance and
$20,000 Water
and Sewer
infrastructure
$2,000,000.
Winterization of
affected
structures
$40,000
High SIP,
EAP
SP,
PP
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-25
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category severe weather hazards will
allow mitigation to be
successful. Encouraging
homeowners to install carbon
monoxide monitors and
providing driver education
and materials will also
decrease the hazards of
severe winter storm weather.
Educating citizens about the
dangers of fuel-burning
equipment and the
importance of adequate
ventilation. Reaching out to
the vulnerable population
and ensuring that they are
safe. Establishing a heating
center for the community.
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
008
Beach
Management
Plan
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has a true
hazard from storm surges.
The city needs to develop a
phased beach management
plan. The city also needs to
be able to protect its
equipment and supplies in
the event of a storm surge.
Solution: Developing and
maintaining a beach
management plan. Building a
critical facility in accordance
with Executive Order 11988.
Construct groins to capture
material along the shoreline
to trap and retain sand.
Installing geotextile sand
tubes to trap sand or protect
beachfront properties.
Building coastal berms to
absorb waves and protect the
shoreline from erosion.
Building a storm berm to
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Expansive
Soils, Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Land
Subsidence,
Tsunami
1, 2, 3 Five years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
life by building
a new building
to protect
equipment and
supplies.
Minimizing the
damages to
facilities and to
residents by
creating a more
resilient
community.
Educating
citizens on the
dangers of
storm surge.
Protecting and
restoring
natural buffers
to minimize the
impacts of
storm surges.
Building a new
structure has a
price of
$500,000.
Education
programs
$3,000.
Development of
a beach
management
plan and
implementing
safety features
like geotextile
tubes $2,000,000
High SIP,
LPR
SP,
PR
Section 9.7: Jamaica Beach
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.7-26
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category keep rock protection in place
and provide a slow supply of
sediment to the coastal
system. Examining the
appropriate use of beach
nourishment, sand scraping
dune-gap plugs, etcetera for
coastal hazards.
Implementing dune
restoration, plantings, and
use of natural materials.
Planting sediment -trapping
vegetation, sediment
mounds, etc., for coastal
hazards. Performing sand-
scraping-using bulldozers to
deposit the top foot of sand
above the high tide line -to
reinforce the beach without
adding new sand. Using
sediment mounts to act as
artificial dunes or plugs for
natural dune gaps to slow the
inland progress of storm-
related wind and water.
Educate residents about
unanticipated storm surge
risks. Educating property
owners in high-risk areas
about mitigation options.
Educating the public about
risks, preparedness measures,
and evacuation procedures.
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
009
Subsidence Study
and
Implementation
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has a true
hazard from subsidence. The
city needs to develop a
drainage solution throughout
the beachside as well as the
bayside of the city. The city
currently has the destruction
of streets and collapses of
bulkheads in areas that the
Both Expansive
Soils, Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Land
Subsidence
1, 2, 3 Five years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Replacing
water lines and
sewer lines will
allow the city to
maintain
subsidence at a
minimum in the
city. Sinkholes
that create
damage to
Bulkhead at the
Water treatment
plant $150,000.
Bulkheads at the
Marina
$150,000.
Replacement of
Water Lines
$800,000.
Replacement of
High SIP,
LPR
SP,
PR
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Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category city is responsible for due to
shifting soils.
Solution: Developing a study
to evaluate breakage in the
infrastructure of sewer lines
and water lines will allow the
city to pinpoint problem
areas. Once the areas that
create soil shift by erosion
through water and sewer
leaks those lines can be
replaced. Bulkheads can be
repaired and filling as well as
erosion protection can be
installed in these areas.
Educating the public about
risks, preparedness measures,
subsidence risk, and
measures.
streets and
rights of way
will be
mitigated.
Repairing the
bulkheads will
prevent further
damage to the
marina as well
as to the sewer
treatment plant.
Sewer Lines
$1,500,000
Repair to
damage from
sinkholes due to
subsidence
$100,000
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
010
Increase Fire
Fighting Capacity
Problem: The City of
Jamaica Beach has a true
hazard from wildfires due to
proximity to the state park.
The fire department has
equipment that is outdated
and there is a need for
training in the fire
department. There is a need
for a building that stores
equipment and supplies.
Solution: Upgrading the fire
equipment will enable the
city to respond better and
protect the lives and property
of citizens in a more
effective manner. The city
needs to replace bunker gear.
Update the air compressor to
increase storage in the air
cascade system and establish
a mobile cascade to support
Both Wildfire 1, 2, 3 Five years City of
Jamaica
Beach Fire
Dept.
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Improved fire-
fighting
capabilities and
safety for fire
fighters
Bunker gear
$250,000. Air
packs $270,000,
Bottler for air
packs $72,000.
Air cascade
system $50,000.
Mobile cascade
system
$100,000.
Monitor-
Defibrillators
$90,000. Lucas
Chest
Compression
devices $54,000.
Ladder Fire
Truck
$1,200,000. Fire
Engine
$500,000.
Storage Building
$500,000.
High SIP,
EAP
SP,
PP,
ES
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Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category higher pressure air tanks. The
city needs cardiac monitors –
Defibrillators and chest
compression devices. The
ladder truck needs
replacement as well as the
Engine. Having a “burn”
building and training tower
will allow the city’s staff to
train better and more
effectively without having to
go off Galveston Island for
training. The city also need
monitoring equipment for
Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen
Sulfide, and Chlorine
detection to minimize Haz-
Mat situations when the
wildfires reach the city. The
fire hose is old and worn out.
Citizens need to be educated
about the risks of wildfires.
Training Facility
$800,000. Air
monitoring
equipment
$20,000. Fire
Hoses $30,000
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
011
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters
damaged facilities.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Claim / Severe Repetitive
Loss (RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2
1 to 5 years Building
Dept.,
Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
PP
2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
012
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
regulations and
permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation
is an ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and
enforce community
regulations and permit
requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies.
This includes restricting
development or requiring
enhanced building techniques
in floodplains and mapped
high-hazard areas.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2, 3,
4
1 to 5 years Building
Dept.,
Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
PP
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Initiative Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Jamaica
Beach-
013
Develop and
provide public
information for
residential
mitigation and
awareness for
hazards
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public
on how residents can
mitigate hazards at their
properties. Additionally,
outreach methods are needed
informing the community of
immediate danger from an
impending hazard or
updating the public with an
ongoing controlled hazard.
Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the
public of immediate hazard
threats or updated
supplemental information of
ongoing hazards through
numerous methods that could
include text messages,
automated “robo calls”,
emails, media outlet press
releases, internet websites
and social media accounts
from city departments.
Equipment would include
social monitoring or crowd
source programs, cameras
and hard-shell cases, laptop,
and a dedicated vehicle.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2 1-5 years Director of
Operations
TDEM
grants and
grants
awarded
by FEMA
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PR,
ES
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
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EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.7-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project
Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-Jamaica
Beach-001
Dune Protection Program 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-002
Extreme Temperature
Protection Emergency Winter
storm, Water Pipe / Water
meter protection
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 9 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-003
Flood Hazard Mitigation 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
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Project
Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-Jamaica
Beach-004
Critical Facility Upgrades to
Withstand Hail
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-005
Implement Results of Dune
Protection Study and Sea
Level Rise Planning
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-006
Tree Trimming Program 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-007
Harden Infrastructure and
Prepare Community for Severe
Weather
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-008
Beach Management Plan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-009
Subsidence Study and
Implementation
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-010
Increase Fire Fighting
Capacity
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-011
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-012
Integrate mitigation measures
in community regulations and
permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-Jamaica
Beach-013
Develop and provide public
information for residential
mitigation and awareness for
hazards
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 -1 1 1 1 1 10 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.8: City of Kemah
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.8-1
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9.8 CITY OF KEMAH
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Kemah and includes resources and information to
assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City participated in the planning process, an assessment of Kemah’s risk and
vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City, and an action plan that will be implemented to achieve
a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.8.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Kemah followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of this
plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of Kemah
departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented the
community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing input
from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the annex
development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.8-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Walter Gant Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings; provided
information on capabilities, past event history, past action statuses; identified
mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided feedback
9.8.2 Jurisdictional Profile
Kemah is on State Highway 146 and Farm Road 518 in a half-moon pocket on Galveston in northeastern
Galveston County. Originally a small fishing town, the City has become a tourist destination for the area's
restaurants and attractions, which are contained within the Kemah Entertainment District. In 2012, Kemah was
ranked the top tourism spot in the Greater Houston area.
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 1,773. The estimated 2019 population was
1,807, a 1.9-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Survey indicate that 8.4-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 19.8-percent is 65 years of
age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or
to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.8.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Kemah performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and policies
that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes the
components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
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• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Kemah identified for integration
of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Kemah, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.8-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 18 – Buildings
and Building Regulations,
5/17/2010
State and Local Building Official
How does this reduce risk?
Any structure code compliant with city regulations when the building was eligible for a certificate of occupancy shall remain code compliant
unless the structure is modified more than 50 percent in value by new improvements or by repairs constituting 50 percent cost of
reconstruction of the damaged or deteriorated structure. If the renovations or repairs exceed 50 percent as measured herein, the revised or
repaired structure must be compliant with the codes and regulations in effect at the time of renovation or repair. All repairs require a building
permit which shall indicate whether or not the current codes or the former codes are controlling of the new construction.
Any building or structure requiring repair, removal or demolition, as described and defined hereinbelow and all buildings or structures within
the city which because of their condition are unsafe, unsanitary, uninhabitable or otherwise dangerous to the health, safety and general welfare
of the citizens of the city are hereby declared to be a public nuisance and unlawful and subject to the provisions of this article regarding repair,
removal or demolition.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 114 – Zoning,
6/11/1998
Local Board of
Adjustment
How does this reduce risk?
This Ordinance provides for the creation of a Zoning Board and establishes controls for short term rentals.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 86 –
Subdivisions, 3/12/1992
Local City Council
How does this reduce risk?
This chapter is to provide for the harmonious development of the city and its environs, for the coordination of streets within subdivisions and
other existing or planned streets or with other features for access to and extension of public facilities; for adequate open spaces, for flood
control, traffic, recreation, light and air; and for the distribution of population and traffic which will tend to create conditions favorable to
health, safety, morals, and the general welfare of the city.
Regarding watercourses and easements, the plat must show distances to be provided along the side lot lines from the front lot line to the point
where the side line crosses the drainage easement line or the high bank of a stream, and the traverse line to be provided along the edge of all
large watercourses in a convenient location, preferably along a utility easement if paralleling the drainage easement or stream. It is also
required that the subdivider shall construct a drainage system to drain the proposed subdivision and every lot therein.
Site Plan Ordinance No No - Local and
County
-
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 38 –
Environment, Article VIII
– Stormwater
Management, 12/11/1997
Local Building Official
How does this reduce risk?
It is the intent of the mayor and the city council that stormwater flooding be minimized to the extent possible for frequent storm events. It is
also the intent that water quality be preserved to the extent possible for all storm events. All development shall be subject to the stormwater
management and drainage requirements of this article.
This Ordinance also is intended to prevent the illicit discharge of contaminated stormwater runoff from industrial, commercial, residential,
and construction sites into the municipal separate stormwater system (MS4) within the City of Kemah.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 38 –
Environment, 12/11/1997
Local City Engineer,
Architect and
Planner
How does this reduce risk?
The purpose of this article is to promote, protect and preserve the public interest by addressing land alteration, particularly the clearing and
grading of land in the area within the boundary of the city. This is necessary in order to:(1)Provide minimum development regulations and
construction procedures which will preserve, replace or enhance to the maximum extent practicable, consistent with the subseq uent
development of the land, evergreens, specimen deciduous trees, understory and groundcover so as to preserve and enhance the natural
qualities of lands and watercourses within the city.
The Ordinance also requires that new development promote safety upon the city roads and rights-of-way; to decrease potential flood and
erosion damage to public and private property.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 46 – Floods,
8/02/1999
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
This Chapter addresses Critical Facilities and requires that new critical facilities be prohibited from the 500-year floodplain; or that new and
substantially improved critical facilities be required to be protected from damage and loss of access as a result of the 500-year flood or the
flood record, whichever is higher. The purpose of Article II – Flood Damage Prevention is to promote the public health, safety, and general
welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed to:
Regulate uses which are dangerous to health, safety and property due to water or erosion hazards, or which result in damaging increases in
erosion or in flood heights or velocities; Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against
flood damage at the time of initial construction; Control alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers
which are involved in the accommodation of floodwaters; Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase
erosion or flood damage Regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood
hazards to other lands; and Qualify and maintain for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 26 – Civil
Emergencies, 6/23/1983
Local Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
This Chapter creates the office of emergency management director of the city, which shall be held by the mayor in accordance with state law.
The director shall be responsible for conducting a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for carrying out the
duties and responsibilities set forth in sections 26-2 and 26-4. He may delegate authority for execution of these duties to the coordinator, but
ultimate responsibility for such execution shall remain with the director.
The powers and duties of the emergency management director shall include an ongoing survey of actual or potential major hazards which
threaten life and property within the city, and an ongoing program of identifying and requiring or recommending the implement ation of
measures which would tend to prevent the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur. As part of his responsibility
in hazard mitigation, the director shall supervise the development of an emergency management plan for the city and shall recommend that
plan for adoption by the city council along with any and all mutual aid plans and agreements which are deemed essential for the
implementation of such emergency management plan.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes No Strategic Plan, 2009-2013 Local Mayor and City
Council
How does this reduce risk?
From an environmental protection perspective, the Plan seeks to achieve good stewardship of existing infrastructure and future infrastructure
needs; expanding park and recreation offerings, both passive and active; and the preservation of and education on Kemah’s unique ecological
resources, such as the coastal prairie and bayfront.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No Capital Projects 2022 Local Mayor and City
Council
How does this reduce risk?
The City’s 2022 Capital Projects planned for 2022 include road, drainage, downtown, park and other miscellaneous facility improvements,
totaling $736,200.00.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No Stormwater Management
Program (SWMP)
Revised, June 2019
State and Local City
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
To achieve the goal of the reduction of pollutant discharge to the MEP, the City incorporated best management practices
(BMPs) to implement the following minimum control measures:
• Public Education and Outreach
• Public Participation/ Involvement
• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
• Construction Site Runoff Control
• Post-Construction Runoff Control
• Pollution Prevention/ Good Housekeeping
• Industrial stormwater sources
The City of Kemah’s Storm Water Management Plan was developed in order to comply with the TPDES and Environmental Protection
Agency’s Phase II requirements. The plan will be reviewed and revised each year, as necessary to maintain the goals of reducing the discharge
of pollutant to the “maximum extent practicable” (MEP), protecting the water quality, and satisfying the appropriate water quality
requirements of the Clean Water Act.
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan Yes No - - -
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Kemah to oversee and track development.
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Table 9.8-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Through the Building Official.
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Tracked by available vacant lots and the ETJ.
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Kemah and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.8-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board No -
Zoning Board of Adjustments
Yes
All powers granted to a board of adjustment under
V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 211.001 et seq.,
including but not limited to powers related to boards of
adjustment in cities that have zoning, if as and when
the city adopts a comprehensive zoning ordinance.
Planning Department No -
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee
Yes
Six available staff - The purpose of the corporation is
to encourage the retention of business enterprises
within the City of Kemah and the promotion and
development of new and expanded business enterprises
in the City in order to promote and encourage
economic growth of the City and the fully
employment, welfare and prosperity of its citizens as
provided by the Development Corporation Act of
1979, as amended.
Public Works/Highway Department
Yes
The City of Kemah Public Works Department supports
the City's infrastructure and keeps the city's parks,
roadways, and streets safe, clean, and attractive.
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department
Yes
Kemah seeks to provide its citizens and visitors with a
beautiful, safe environment by ensuring compliance
with state law, municipal ordinances, and building
codes.
The goal of the Building Permit Process is to ensure
that all developments, both residential and commercial,
within the city meet applicable building and
development codes.
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department
Yes
Four available staff - Emergency management is a
coordinated effort, involving local, state, and federal
government agencies as well as volunteer
organizations and businesses.
Within an integrated emergency management
framework, these entities assist citizens and their
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
communities to prepare for, respond to, recover from
and eliminate or reduce the efforts of natural and
human-caused emergencies and disasters.
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes Blackboard Connect
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes Five Public Works Staff
Mutual aid agreements Yes Two - Galveston County/Clearlake Shores
Human Resources Manual Yes Building/Fire Marshal
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices Yes LJA – Engineering Firm
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices Yes Building Official
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards Yes LJA – Engineering Firm
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis Yes Emergency Management Coordinator
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments Yes Emergency Management Coordinator
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
Yes Emergency Management Coordinator
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes Emergency Management Coordinator
Grant writer(s) Yes -
Resilience Officer Yes Emergency Management Coordinator
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.) No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Kemah.
Table 9.8-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes; Kipp road/sidewalk project.
Capital improvements project funding Yes; various road and flood projects
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service No
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds Yes
Incur debt through special tax bonds Yes
Incur debt through private activity bonds Yes
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas Yes
Other federal or state funding programs Yes
Open Space Acquisition funding programs Yes
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) N/A
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Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Kemah.
Table 9.8-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Blackboard Connect
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Bobby Hurman
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes The City’s Emergency Management webpage provides many links
for citizens to be educated on flood hazards and preparedness.
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Facebook & Blackboard Connect
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
Yes Economic Development Board/Kemah Community Development
Corporation
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Blackboard Connect
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other N/A -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Kemah.
Table 9.8-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) Yes 10 10/15/2020
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) Yes 2009 6/1/2009
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) 3 - -
Storm Ready Certification No Galveston County is
certified -
Firewise Communities classification NP - -
Other N/A - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
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Table 9.8-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.8.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.8-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
West Kemah
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
No
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
Our Building Official will do damage assessments
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
None
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Community Development Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? No
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NFIP Topic Comments
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes: flood mitigation training (CFM)
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Inspections, Permit Review, and Engineering Capability
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
If the improvement of the development is over 50% of
the value of the structure.
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? None
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
No
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? N/A
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Ordinance No. 1175, 2020
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
It meets requirements.
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
No
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes – Class 8 as of 10/1/2021
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.8.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.8-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family - - - - - - - - 3 - - -
Multi-Family - - - - - - - - 2 - - -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- - - - - - - - 4 - - -
Total Permits
Issued
- - - - - - - - - - - -
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Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.8.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Kemah’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Kemah has significant exposure. The maps also
show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.8-1. Kemah Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.8-2. Kemah Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.8-3. Kemah Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.8-4. Kemah Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Kemah’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events (as
presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages Kemah experienced during hazard events since the last hazard
mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local sources.
Table 9.8-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of Clover
Field Airport (Brazoria County) and continued on a
narrow northeast track into Galveston County. This
tornado expanded in size and weakened in intensity
as it approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along the
entire track. Homes sustained partial roof loss and
tree damage consistent with an EF-1 rating from
east of the airport through Sunset Drive in
Friendswood (Galveston County). Low-end EF-2
damage occurred on Chester Drive in Friendswood
where there was complete loss of a residential
home's roof. Estimated peak wind was 115 mph.
Property damages were estimated at $1 million.
The municipality did not
identify specific damages or
losses from this event.
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates. This
intense morning rainfall produced flash flooding.
Numerous streets were inundated with flood waters
nearing homes in Texas City. Impassable roads due
to high water included the FM 1764 - Emmett
Lowry Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
The municipality did not
identify specific damages or
losses from this event.
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4 hurricane
near Rockport, Texas during the evening of August
25th. The storm then weakened to a tropical storm
and slowed, looping back and tracking over SE
Texas then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast during
the early morning hours of August 30th. Over that
5 day period over Southeast Texas TS Harvey
produced catastrophic flooding with a large area of
30 to 60 inches of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm
force winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across western
and central Galveston County. Flood waters
completely inundated hundreds to thousands of
homes and businesses in League City, Dickinson
and Santa Fe. Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters across
the county. Clear Creek measured record levels that
lead to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major flooding
occurred along the Dickinson Bayou; from
Cemetery Road to east of Highway 3 along FM
517. Flood waters inundated sections of Interstate
The municipality did not
identify specific damages or
losses from this event.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
45, Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125 businesses
were impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead to the
widespread flooding throughout Friendswood and
League City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters inundated
sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area Boulevard, FM
528, FM 518 and numerous primary and secondary
county roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston County
were recorded as a result of the storm. An
estimated $10 Billion in property damages and
$10,000 in crop damages were recorded in the
County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's first
Hurricane, made landfall along the unpopulated
Padre Island National Seashore on the mid-
Kennedy County coastline as a Category 1 storm at
around 5 PM Central Time Saturday, July 25th,
carrying sustained 90 mph winds with gusts over
100 mph in a small portion of the inner eye wall. At
the storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand electric
customers were without power.
The municipality did not
identify specific damages or
losses from this event.
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM);
No (DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the southwest
Louisiana coast. The hurricane brought high surf,
elevated tides and some winds and wind gusts to
tropical storm force along the SE Texas coast.
Period of storm surge flooding and high surf from
8/26 to 8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide gauges
measured tides 3 to 4 feet above MHHW. Bolivar
Peninsula and Galveston Island, including Jamaica
Beach, with multiple roads closed.
No significant damage
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an Arctic
front. The extreme cold and increased demand led
to widespread power outages, loss of heat for many
and led to the bursting of pipes with some losing
water for many days. Numerous fatalities resulted
both from hypothermia, carbon monoxide
poisoning and other effects. Ten deaths and were
reported in Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
No significant damage
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of coastal
southeast Texas, causing power outages to nearly
500,000 people. Several inches of rain fell,
resulting in flash flooding. Between six and nine
inches of rain fell in the Galveston area.
Public Works had residential
tree removal.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Kemah’s risk
assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
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Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Kemah. The City of Kemah reviewed the
county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect the relative
risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Kemah agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.8-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Medium Low Low Low Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate
during review by the jurisdiction.
Identified Issues
Specific areas of concern based on resident response to the citizen survey include:
• Jarboe ditch cannot handle the stormwater due to the additional subdivisions and buildings that drain
into it
• Kemah Oaks subdivision floods
• Street flooding
• Retention pond is full
• Exit routes flood on Lawrence Road
9.8.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
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table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.8-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
K 2006-1:
Develop and provide public
awareness campaigns for natural
hazards
City Administration
Ongoing Capability Yes (2022-
Kemah-
001)
Performed during the
2021 Ice Storm and
Hurricane Nicholas
Emergency
Management
K 2006-2: Develop severe weather audio alert
system City Administration
No Progress No - -
K 2006-3:
Implement storm sewer system re-
engineering and follow-up
construction project to mitigate flood
related impacts.
City Administration
No Progress No - -
K 2006-4:
Develop city ordinance requiring the
incorporation of wind resistant
construction provisions and
enforcement measures in the city
building code.
City Administration
Ongoing Capability No - -
K 2011-1:
Conduct National Weather Service
tornado drills along with elementary
school in jurisdiction
Emergency
management
No progress No - -
K 2011-8:
Implement any updates for drought
contingency plans as developed by
the WCID# 12
Emergency
Management
No progress No - -
K 2011-10: Develop program to integrate with
the Harris County Flood Control
District for the purpose of optimizing
the operation of the flood gates at
second cut outlet
Emergency
Management
No progress No - -
K 2011-11a: Update flood plain ordinance to
ensure compliance with minimum
standards of NFIP
Emergency
Management
Competed No - -
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Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
K 2011-13: Develop maintenance and flow
testing program for fire hydrants in
jurisdiction
Fire Department
Completed Yes (as
2022-
Kemah-
002)
- WCID #12
K 2011-14: Harden existing critical facilities and
infrastructure to be more resistant to
hazards
Emergency
Management
Ongoing Progress No - -
K-2016-1:
Stormproof/retrofit critical facilities
and infrastructure City Administration
No Progress No - -
K 2016-2: Purchase and install generators for
existing and new critical facilities
and infrastructure
City Administration
Ongoing Progress Yes (as
2022-
Kemah-
003)
Plan on buying generator
for Community Center
Emergency
Management
K-2016-3: Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
and applicable state
and county agencies
No Progress No - -
K-2016-4
Widen drainage systems and culverts
City Administration
and applicable
department and water
district staff
Completed Yes (as
2022-
Kemah-
004)
Widened bayous -
K-2016-5: Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration
and applicable
departments
Completed Yes (as
2022-
Kemah-
005)
- The City follows
Galveston County
Standards
K 2016-6: Implement the Corp of Engineers
study of the Galveston County Water
Reservoir Dam and Levee system
City Administration
and applicable
departments
No Progress No - -
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Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.8-14, the City did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Kemah participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.8-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure X X X X X
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Kemah would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may be
previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
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Table 9.8-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative Name Description of Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Kemah-
001
Develop and
provide public
information and
awareness for
hazards
Problem: Methods and operational equipment
needed to inform the public of immediate danger
from an impending hazard or updating the public
with an ongoing controlled hazard.
Solution: Public outreach program will be designed
to notify public of immediate hazard threats or
updated supplemental information of ongoing
hazards through numerous methods that could
include text messages, automated “robo calls”,
emails, media outlet press releases, internet websites
and social media accounts from city departments.
Equipment would include social monitoring or
crowd source programs, cameras and hard-shell
cases, laptop, and a dedicated vehicle.
Both All Hazards 1, 2 1-5 years Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PR,
ES
2022-
Kemah-
002
Fire Hydrant
Program
Problem: Degraded fire hydrants can result in lower
capability to fight fires.
Solution: Continue to implement the maintenance
and flow testing program for fire hydrants in the
jurisdiction.
Both Wildfire 1, 2 Ongoing Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High LPR PR
2022-
Kemah-
003
Emergency
Generators
Problem: Critical facilities lack backup power.
Solution: Purchase and install emergency power
generators and connection equipment to support
critical facilities and infrastructure.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility
Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1-5 years Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
2022-
Kemah-
004
Drainage
Improvements
Problem: Flooding impacts low-lying areas and
bayous.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administrator,
Floodplain
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP PP,
ES
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Initiative Name Description of Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Solution: Widen drainage systems and culverts, and
upgrade storm sewer systems to reduce standing
water and runoff.
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm
Administrator,
Water District
HMGP,
BRIC)
2022-
Kemah-
005
Integrate mitigation
measures in
community
regulations and
permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation is an ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and enforce community
regulations and permit requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies. This includes
restricting development or requiring enhanced
building techniques in floodplains and mapped high-
hazard areas.
Both All Hazards 1, 2,
3, 4
1 to 5
years
City
Administrator,
Building Official
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life
and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
PP
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
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• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.8-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Kemah-001 Develop and provide
public information and
awareness for hazards
1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Kemah-002 Fire Hydrant Program 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Kemah-003 Emergency Generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Kemah-004 Drainage Improvements 0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Kemah-005 Integrate mitigation
measures in community
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.9: City of La Marque
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9.9 CITY OF LA MARQUE
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of La Marque and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City of La Marque participated in the planning process, an assessment of the
City of La Marque’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of La Marque, and an action
plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.9.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of La Marque followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of
this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of La
Marque departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented
the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing
input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the
annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.9-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Kyle Hunter Emergency Management Designated point of contact for planning process; attended
meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event history,
past action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex
and provided feedback
9.9.2 Jurisdictional Profile
The City of La Marque is located in central Galveston County. La Marque experienced considerable growth in
the 1950s, during which the city provided a general administrative and trades and crafts workforce helping to
support the petrochemical complex in adjoining Texas City. The City has a total area of 14.3 square miles (14.2
square miles of land and 0.04 square miles of water).
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 14,509. The estimated 2019 population was
18,030, a 24.3-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Survey indicate that 4.3-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 13.2-percent is 65 years of
age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or
to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.9.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of La Marque performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
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• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of La Marque identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of La Marque, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.9-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 14 – Buildings
and Building Regulations,
2/09/2009, revised
12/14/2020
State and Local Development
Services Director
How does this reduce risk?
The City has adopted the International Building Codes with amendments. All commercial and residential developments in the city adjacent to
the water must install suitable bulkhead along the banks the entire length of the property shoreline. The bulkheads shall be designed and
installed in such manner as to ensure proper soil and land retention and the effective reduction of storm damage and erosion.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 71 – Zoning,
12/12/2005
Local Board of
Adjustments
How does this reduce risk?
These zoning regulations are made in accordance with the spirit of the comprehensive plan and designed to lessen congestion in the streets; to
secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers; to promote health and the general welfare; to provide adequate light and air; to prevent
overcrowding of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage,
schools, parks and other public requirements.
The City has created an Agricultural District. The Agricultural District is intended to provide for land within the corporate limits of the city
which are not subdivided and/or are relatively undeveloped. This district is designed to promote orderly, timely, economic growth and to
recognize current conditions. In addition, the City has a Floodplain District. The purpose of the District is to provide for the appropriate use of
land which has a history of inundation or is determined to be subject to flood hazard, and to promote the health, safety and general welfare of
the community, portions of certain districts are designated with a floodplain prefix FP and shall be subject to the applicable provisions of this
Chapter.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 41-Article IV,
Subdivisions, Sec. 101,
10/14/2019
Local P&Z
How does this reduce risk?
A subdivision plat is required to combine lots or tracts, and to subdivide land to divide a lot or tract into two or more par cels. It is required that
a plan complying with the Engineering Design Criteria Manual, as adopted and amended by the city council from time to time; and the rules
and regulations of any drainage district in which a tract or lot is located be provided as part of an application for subdivision.
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Chapter 41-Site Plan
requirements, approval,
appellate procedures
Local and
County
Development
Services
How does this reduce risk?
At the time of application for a building permit, a landscape plan shall be filed with the building department for review and approval. The
building inspector shall not issue a building permit for the construction of any building or structure if the site plan for the building or structure
does not include the specifications as given in Chapter 14.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 68 – Water and
Sewers, Article VI –
Stormwater Management
Utility, 11/11/2002
Local Public Works
How does this reduce risk?
The city shall have full authority to operate a storm water management utility pursuant to subchapter C, chapter 402, Local Government Code;
article 11, section 5, of the Texas Constitution and the Charter of the city of La Marque. The City of La Marque shall not require a deposit for
stormwater management fees as a precondition to accepting surface flow into the drainage system.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions:
• Present flood insurance coverage
• Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
• Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
• Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
• Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
• Located wholly or partly in a floodway
• Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
• Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
No - - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 32 – Flood
Damage Prevention,
4/14/2014
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Code
Enforcement
Officer/
Floodplain
Administrator
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by implementing the following methods:
(1) Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood
heights or velocities;
(2) Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of
initial construction;
(3) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the
accommodation of flood waters;
(4) Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage;(5)Prevent or regulate the construction
of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood hazards to other lands
(5) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood
hazards to other lands.
New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement), elevated to or
above one foot above the base flood elevation. New construction and substantial improvements of any commercial, industrial o r other
nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated to or above the one foot above base flood level or
together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level the structure is watertight with walls
substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and
hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy.
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Encroachments are prohibited, including fill, new construction, substantial improvements and other development within the adopted
regulatory floodway unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses performed in accordance with standard
engineering practice that the proposed encroachment would not result in any increase in flood levels within the community during the
occurrence of the base flood discharge.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 26 – Emergency
Management, 8/13/2012
State and Local Emergency
Management
Director (Mayor)
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the office of emergency management director of the City of La Marque, which shall be held by the mayor in accordance with
state law. The director shall be responsible for conducting a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for
carrying out the duties and responsibilities set forth in section 26-4 of this Chapter.
The powers and duties of the director shall include an ongoing survey of actual or potential hazards which threaten life and property within
the city; and an ongoing program of identifying and requiring or recommending the implementation of measures which would tend to prevent
the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur. As part of his responsibility in hazard mitigation, the director shall
supervise the development of an emergency management plan for the City of La Marque and shall recommend that plan for adoption by the
city council along with any and all mutual aid plans and agreements which are deemed essential for the implementation of such emergency
management plan.
In the event a housing emergency is declared to exist by the city council following a natural or man-made disaster, and subject to the
conditions contained in this section and by the resolution declaring a housing emergency, temporary structures such as manufacture homes,
travel trailers and recreational vehicles may be used as temporary housing by individuals who have been displaced from their primary
residence located within the city due to damage from the disaster, until such time as the city council declares an end to the housing
emergency.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan No No - -
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No 2022 Annual Budget Local City Manager
How does this reduce risk?
The City includes infrastructure and critical facility improvements in its annual budget.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No - Local City Manager
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No - Local Public Works
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No Chapter 5 – Stormwater
Drainage Criteria
Local City Engineer
How does this reduce risk?
Development and drainage shall comply with all applicable City of La Marque Ordinances, including, but not limited to, the Floodplain
Ordinance. The goal for these criteria is to provide protection in a 100-year storm event. This is accomplished with the application of various
drainage enhancements such as storm sewers, roadside ditches, open channels, detention, and overland (sheet) runoff. The combined system is
intended to prevent structural flooding from extreme events up to a 100-year storm. In order to protect existing properties, water levels, due to
runoff, shall not be increased upstream or downstream of a development due to the improvement.
The City of La Marque is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program. The intent of the flood insurance program is to make
insurance available at low cost by providing for measures that reduce the likelihood of structural flooding
Open Space Plan In Progress No Parks Master Plan in
development
Local -
How does this reduce risk?
The City of La Marque is working on a “Parks Master Plan” study for all the parks within city limits. The City welcomes input regarding
playground equipment and any other items that residents would like to see implemented in this plan.
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire
Protection Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan No No - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan No - - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
Yes No Imagine La Marque –
Renaissance District
Revitalization Plan - 2017
Local EDC
How does this reduce risk?
The 2017 City of La Marque Revitalization Plan, as part of a broader strategy of reinvestment in the City, provides a vision for a vibrant
downtown corridor called Renaissance District (Ren District) and a dynamic framework for realizing this vision. In order to achieve this
vision, the La Marque Economic Development Corporation will initiate a Revitalization Plan.
Other No - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
No - - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of La Marque to oversee and track development.
Table 9.9-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Development Services
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) No Permits are tracked by Zone
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Vacant, undeveloped acreage
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of La Marque and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.9-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board Yes -
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes Board members are appointed for two year terms.
Planning Department Yes -
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee Yes Members are appointed for six year terms.
Public Works/Highway Department
Yes
The goal of Public Services is to enhance the quality of life
for all residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of La
Marque through responsible and sound management,
innovation, teamwork, and vision, and to provide dependable,
high quality, responsive public services with the resources
that have been allocated.
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement Department
Yes
The Development Services Department's main function is to
continually ensure the quality of life in the City of La Marque
through community development, administration of programs
for the revitalization of the community and protecting the
public from the loss of property or life through efforts related
to property maintenance, fire prevention, electrical,
mechanical, plumbing and environmental quality.
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department
Yes
The Office of Emergency Management is dedicated to
upholding emergency management standards in the areas of
preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery in order to
save lives and protect property during a major emergency or
disaster.
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
The City of La Marque Office of Emergency Management
(OEM) is responsible for coordinating the preparedness for
any major emergency or disaster affecting the City of La
Marque.
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes Ringdown system (connect CTY), Texas City Siren System,
social media
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) No -
Mutual aid agreements Yes TCFD, HVFD, Galveston County Firefighters
Human Resources Manual No -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices No -
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices
Yes Code Enforcement
Planners or engineers with an understanding of natural
hazards No -
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost analysis No -
Professionals trained in conducting damage assessments Yes Code Enforcement Officers and building inspectors
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards United
States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH) applications No -
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes The Office of Emergency Management director of the City of
La Marque, which shall be held by the mayor, or the Mayor’s
designee in accordance with state law.
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of La Marque.
Table 9.9-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) -
Capital improvements project funding Yes. The City’s annual budget includes capital improvement
projects which enhance mitigation efforts.
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes -
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service -
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes
Yes, fees are used to improve existing infrastructure and
future growth
Stormwater utility fee Yes. The City shall have full authority to operate a storm
water management utility pursuant to subchapter C, chapter
402, Local Government Code; article 11, section 5, of the
Texas Constitution and the Charter of the City of La Marque.
The City of La Marque shall not require a deposit for
stormwater management fees as a precondition to accepting
surface flow into the drainage system.
Incur debt through general obligation bonds -
Incur debt through special tax bonds -
Incur debt through private activity bonds -
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas -
Other federal or state funding programs -
Open Space Acquisition funding programs -
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Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution])
-
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of La Marque.
Table 9.9-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Ringdown system (connect CTY), social media platforms, local
cable channel 16
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes IT Department and City PIO
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes Yes, http://www.cityoflamarque.org/389/Hazard-Mitigation-Plan
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Emergency Management has a web page that provides for hazard
mitigation outreach and preparedness.
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No
CERT - The CERT Program educates people about disaster
preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such
as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster
medical operations. Once trained, CERT members can assist others
in their neighborhoods or workplace following an event when
professional responders are not immediately able to help. CERT
members are also encouraged to support emergency response
agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness
projects in their community.
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
Yes Water Bill print out, connect cty, social media sites.
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Ringdown system (connect CTY), Texas City Siren System, social
media
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of La Marque.
Table 9.9-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS)
No - -
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
Yes 2/2X 2/1/2022
Storm Ready Certification No Galveston County is
certified
-
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
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NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.9-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.9.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.9-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by flooding?
No, the City does not maintain a list of properties that have
been damaged by flood.
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
No
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway. No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your jurisdiction? N/A
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or acquisition) in
your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
Approximately 150. Hurricane Ike & Hurricane Harvey
damaged structures were demolished, and a new home rebuilt
that was funded by the General Land Office Grants to the
property owners.
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NFIP Topic Comments
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk within your
jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Code Compliance
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your jurisdiction? No, the Code Compliance Supervisor is in the process of
getting Certified.
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future flooding
conditions from climate change?
Yes, GIS and Flood Plan Mapping, Chapter 32 Article lll local
Ordinance
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or training to
support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, continued education funding
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you provide (e.g.
permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections, engineering
capability)
All new construction must submit grade elevation plans. All
new construction is inspected for proper drainage practices.
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing structure
would qualify as a substantial improvement? Multi-Departmental plan reviews
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? Staffing costs
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance violations
that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
No
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? N/A
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood damage
prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was last
amended?
Chapter 32-73 Flood Damage Prevention, amended in 2014
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed minimum
requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Meets minimum requirements
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan review)
that support floodplain management and meeting the NFIP requirements?
For instance, does the planning board or zoning board consider efforts to
reduce flood risk when reviewing variances such as height restrictions?
Chapter 32 Section 4,6,7,8,9
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
The City does not participate in CRS.
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.9.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.9-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 224 - 201 - 103 - 310 - 194 - 225 -
Multi-Family 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 -
Other
(commercial, 12 - 26 - 27 - 24 - 12 - 30 -
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mixed-use,
etc.)
Total Permits
Issued 236 - 227 - 130 - 334 - 206 - 255 -
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.9.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of La Marque’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of La Marque has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.9-1. La Marque Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.9-2. La Marque Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.9-3. La Marque Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.9-4. La Marque Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of La Marque’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages the City of La Marque experienced during hazard events since
the last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or
local sources.
Table 9.9-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in
size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial roof
loss and tree damage consistent with an EF-1
rating from east of the airport through Sunset
Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County).
Low-end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home's roof.
Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
No damages identified
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates.
This intense morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were inundated
with flood waters nearing homes in Texas
City. Impassable roads due to high water
included the FM 1764 - Emmett Lowry
Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
This intense morning rainfall
produced flash flooding.
Numerous streets were
inundated with flood waters
nearing homes.
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
Harvey made landfall as a
category 4 hurricane near
Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The
storm then weakened to a
tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over
SE Texas then back over the
Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the
Louisiana coast during the early
morning hours of August 30th.
Over that 5 day period over
Southeast Texas TS Harvey
produced catastrophic flooding
with a large area of 30 to 60
inches of rain, 23 tornadoes,
tropical storm force winds and
a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead
to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area
Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to
east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
There were numerous water
rescues. Flood waters
completely inundated homes
and businesses in La Marque.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
No damages identified
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
The hurricane brought high
surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to
tropical storm force along the
SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf
from 8/26 to 8/27 leading to
flooding of low lying areas and
roads.
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and
other effects. Ten deaths and were reported in
Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
Record cold and windy
conditions gripped Southeast
Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold
and increased demand led to
widespread power outages, loss
of heat for many and led to the
bursting of pipes with some
losing water for many days.
Numerous fatalities resulted
both from hypothermia, carbon
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
monoxide poisoning and other
effects.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in the
Galveston area.
The storm brought gusty winds
to most of the City of La
Marque, causing power
outages.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of La Marque’s risk
assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of La Marque. The City of La Marque
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of La Marque agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.9-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Low Low Low High Medium Low Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.9.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
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Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.9-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed, please
describe the funding source, cost
and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe
the original problem
(i.e., hazard, location,
historic losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person to
implement the project.
LM 2006‐2:
Implement drainage projects that
support low maintenance and
cleaning of drainage ditches.
Public Works
In Progress Yes (as
2022-La
Marque-
001)
Westwood Circle Project
– Completed/ Merry,
Melody Project (GLO) -
in progress
Public Works/ Adico
Engineering
LM 2011-2: Purchase and Install Storm Shutters
for Fire Station Entry way Fire Department No progress No - -
LM 2011-3: Purchase new Fire Station Doors for
Apparatus Bays Fire Department No progress No - -
LM 2011-6: Purchase New Rescue Pumper for
Fire Station Fire Department completed No - -
LM 2011-7: Build Westside Public Safety
Complex
City of La Marque
Fire/Police
Departments
Fire Station Complete No - -
LM 2011-9:
Purchase and Install Generators for
existing and new critical facilities
and infrastructure
Public Services /
Police Department
In Progress No - -
LM 2011-11: Construct safe room community
shelter
Emergency
Management
No progress No - -
LM 2011-12: Build new roads to accommodate
evacuations and reduce congestion at
the intersections cited
TXDOT, Public
Services to coordinate
In progress No - -
LM 2011-13: Purchase and Install generators for
wastewater lift stations located
throughout the city.
Public Services
No - -
LM 2011-14: Construct a storm water detention
area on the east side of the City Public Works No - -
LM 2011-15: Increase the height of the existing
Levee wall system to withstand a
Category 5 storm surge
US Army Corps of
Engineers, Galveston
County Drainage
District
No progress No - -
LM 2011-16: Purchase 100’ Aluminum Aerial
platform fire apparatus for residential
and commercial structure fire
rescues.
Fire Department
No progress No - -
LM 2011-17: Build Public Services Facility City Administration In progress No - -
LM 2011-18: Remove downed trees and brush that
pose increased fire risk throughout
the City.
Fire
Department/Public
Services/Code
Enforcement
In Progress No - -
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What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed, please
describe the funding source, cost
and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe
the original problem
(i.e., hazard, location,
historic losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person to
implement the project.
LM 2011-19: Develop and provide public
awareness campaigns for natural
hazards and Dam/Levee Failure
GCOEM, Emergency
Management, and
applicable
state/federal agencies
In progress Yes (as
2022-La
Marque-
002)
- -
LM-2016-1: Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
and applicable state
and county agencies
No Progress Yes (as
2022-La
Marque-
003)
- -
LM 2016-2: Install lightning grounding systems
and protection devices on critical
facilities/infrastructure
City Administration
No Progress No - -
LM 2016-3 Develop Critical Infrastructure and
Key Resources database (CIKR)
City Administration
and applicable
departments
No Progress No - -
LM 2016-4: Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration
and Development
Services
On Going Capability/ In Progress Yes (as
2022-La
Marque-
004)
- -
LM 2016-5: Become a Certified NWS Storm
Ready Community Emergency Manager In Progress No - -
LM 2016-6: Implement the Corp of Engineers
study of the Galveston County Water
Reservoir Dam and Levee system
City Administration
and applicable
departments
- No - -
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Additional Mitigation Efforts
The City of La Marque has not identified any additional mitigation efforts from what is presented in Table 9.9-
14.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of La Marque participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.9-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure X X X X X
Drought X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of La Marque would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
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Table 9.9-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-La
Marque-
001
Drainage and
Stormwater
Improvements
Problem: Ditches require
constant maintenance
Solution: Implement drainage
projects that support low
maintenance and cleaning of
drainage ditches.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm
1, 2 1-5 years Public Works/
Adico
Engineering
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High LPR,
SIP
PP,
SP
2022-La
Marque-
002
Public
Outreach
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Additionally, outreach methods
are needed informing the
community of immediate
danger from an impending
hazard or updating the public
with an ongoing controlled
hazard.
Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the public
of immediate hazard threats or
updated supplemental
information of ongoing hazards
through numerous methods that
could include text messages,
automated “robo calls”, emails,
media outlet press releases,
internet websites and social
media accounts from city
departments. Equipment would
include social monitoring or
crowd source programs,
cameras and hard-shell cases,
laptop, and a dedicated vehicle.
Both All Hazards 3 1-5 Years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI,
ES
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Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-La
Marque-
003
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters damaged
facilities and homes.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Development
Services, Public
Works
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
PP
2022-La
Marque-
004
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
regulations and
permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation is
an ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and enforce
community regulations and
permit requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies.
This includes restricting
development or requiring
enhanced building techniques in
floodplains and mapped high-
hazard areas.
Both All hazards 1, 2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Development
Services
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR,
ES
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
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CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.9-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-La Marque-
001
Drainage and
Stormwater
Improvements
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-La Marque-
002
Public Outreach 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-La Marque-
003
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-La Marque-
004
Integrate mitigation
measures in community
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
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9.10 CITY OF LEAGUE CITY
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of League City and includes resources and information
to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City of League City participated in the planning process, an assessment of the
City of League City’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of League City, and an
action plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.10.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of League City followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I
of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of
League City departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact
represented the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements
by securing input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to
contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting
on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.10-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Ryan Edghill Emergency Management Designated point of contact for planning process; attended
meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event history,
past action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex
and provided feedback
Kris Carpenter Planning Manager Attended meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event
history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed
annex and provided feedback
David Reagan Building Official Attended meetings; provided information on capabilities, past event
history, past action statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed
annex and provided feedback
9.10.2 Jurisdictional Profile
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the City was 83,560. The estimated 2019 population was
114,392, a 36.9-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community
Survey indicate that 7.0-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 9.6-percent is 65 years of age
or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or to
quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.10.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of League City performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
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• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of League City identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of League City, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.10-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State? (Yes/No)
Code Citation and Date
(code chapter, name of
plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local, county,
state, federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 22 – Buildings
and Building Regulations,
8/14/2018
State and Local Building Official
and City Code
Compliance
Official
How does this reduce risk?
The City building official and city code compliance official or their designees are hereby authorized to enforce all provisions of this chapter.
The City has adopted the International Building Codes with amendments. Any person who constructs any structure within the city limits shall
adhere to the requirements for windstorm and hurricane protection.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Chapter 125 – Unified
Development Code,
Article III – Zoning
Regulations, 9/29/2020
Local Board of
Adjustments
How does this reduce risk?
The purpose of this section is to establish base and overlay zoning districts for the City of League City. These zoning districts are intended to:
(1) Regulate and manage the location and use of buildings and land for residence, commerce and trade, industry, transportation,
communications and utilities, and other purposes;
(2) Regulate and manage the location, height and size of buildings and structures hereafter erected or structurally altered, the size of
yards, setbacks, and other open spaces, and the density of population; and
(3) Establish site development and design standards, subdivision standards, and requirements for adequate public facilities and
services.
The City has created an Open Space District. The specific purpose of the OS Open Space District is to identify existing public and private
open space in the city and to provide for appropriate use and development within lands zoned as such in the future. Such lands include
undeveloped open space, drainage ways, and utility easements.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 125 – Unified
Development Code,
Article V – Subdivisions,
9/29/2020
Local Planning and
Engineering
How does this reduce risk?
It is the intent of this section for the city to state the requirements for subdividers, developers, applicants, engineers, surveyors, realtors and
other persons interested and involved in the subdivision and the development of land. Any prospective subdivision of land is hereby also
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State? (Yes/No)
Code Citation and Date
(code chapter, name of
plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local, county,
state, federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
subject to the policies of the comprehensive plan including, but not limited to, the future land use plan and corresponding provisions, as well
as complementary general design and construction standards approved by ordinance by city council.
Building coverages are determined by hydrologic and hydraulic studies.
The developer shall install an on-site drainage system capable of conveying through and from the property the design flow of storm water
runoff originating in the development during a special flood hazard area as determined in accordance with criteria specified in the City of
League City Master Drainage Plan, in addition to flows from undeveloped land upstream in the natural watershed of the proposed
development, flows from existing upstream developments, and designs flows from developments for which plats and plans have been
approved, without resulting in erosion, sedimentation or flooding of the receiving channel and downstream properties.
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Chapter 125 – Unified
Development Code,
Article IV – Site
Development Standards,
9/29/2020
Local and
County
Planning and
Building
How does this reduce risk?
Site Plan preparation required the incorporation of the flood damage prevention standards. Other performance standards are intended to
control dangerous or objectionable environmental effects—including noise, vibration, smoke, dust or other particulate matter, toxic or noxious
materials, odors, fire, explosive hazard or glare and ensure compatible land use relationships.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 43 of the City’s
Code of Ordinances,
entitled Clean Water,
7/14/2009
Local, State,
Federal
Public Works
Dept., Building
Official,
Engineering
Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
The intent of the ordinance from which this chapter derives is to satisfy conditions imposed by the city's National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Delegation of federal authority to the State of Texas, to administer NPDES permit req uirements, has
been made by EPA pursuant to Section 1342(b) of Title 33 of the United States Code. All monitoring required by this article shall be
performed in accordance with the methodologies and protocols established in Chapter 319 of Title 30 of the Texas Administrative Code, as
amended from time to time.
All new development and significant redevelopment subject to this article shall either obtain and continuously maintain a stormwater quality
permit or file an industrial activity certification.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single-family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions
__ Present flood insurance coverage
__ Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
__ Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
Yes (Y) if aware and check wholly or partly as applicable, write No (N) if not aware.
__ Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
__ Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
__ Located wholly or partly in a floodway
__ Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
__ Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 42 of the City’s
Code of Ordinances,
entitled Environment,
2/23/2020
Local and
State/Federal
Public Works
Dept.,
Engineering
Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
Chapter 42 includes controls for nuisances caused by noise, oil and gas drilling and production, pipelines and pump stations and seismic
testing.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 50 – Floods,
6/26/2018
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Floodplain
Administrator,
Building
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State? (Yes/No)
Code Citation and Date
(code chapter, name of
plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local, county,
state, federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Official,
Engineering
Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this article to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas, by implementing the following methods designed to:
(1) Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood
heights or velocities.
(2) Require that uses vulnerable to floods including facilities which service such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of
initial construction.
(3) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels and natural protective barriers which are involved in the
accommodation of floodwaters.
(4) Control filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase flood damage.
(5) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood
hazards to other lands.
New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure permitted on or after October 1, 2018, shall have the lowest floor
(including basement), elevated a minimum of 24 inches above the larger of the base flood elevation (BFE), the crown of the nearest street or
the highest grade adjacent to the building and be a minimum of three inches above the nearest 500-year flood.
New construction and substantial improvements of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structures permitted on or after October
1, 2018, shall have the lowest floor (including basement, and attendant utility and sanitary facilities) elevated or floodproofed to a minimum
of 24 inches above the larger of the base flood elevation (BFE), the crown of the nearest street or the highest grade adjacent to the building
and be a minimum of three inches above the nearest 500-year flood.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Chapter 34 – Civil
Emergencies, Article II –
Emergency Management,
4/14/1983
Local Emergency
Management
Director
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the office of emergency management director of the city, which shall be held by the mayor in accordance with state law. The
powers and duties of the emergency management director shall include an ongoing survey of actual or potential major hazards which threaten
life and property within the city, and an ongoing program of identifying and requiring or recommending the implementation of measures
which would tend to prevent the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur. As part of his respo nsibility in hazard
mitigation, the director shall supervise the development of an emergency management plan for the city, and shall recommend that plan for
adoption by the city council along with any and all mutual aid plans and agreements which are deemed essential fo r the implementation of
such emergency management plan.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan Yes Yes Comprehensive Plan,
2035, Updated June 2013
Local Planning
Department
How does this reduce risk?
The 2035 Comprehensive Plan serves as a blueprint for how and where the community should grow and considers issues such as land use,
neighborhoods, mobility, and economic development. Floodplain preservation and flood protection is a guiding principle evident throughout
the Plan. The Plan includes an entire Chapter devoted to Hazard Mitigation.
Including in the Plan’s guiding principles is to protect people and structures from flooding and other potential hazards through sound
development and building practices. The Plan recommends that natural areas such as floodplains, native habitat areas, prairie land and
wetlands should be protected and, when appropriate, utilized as amenities in achieving desired character. Natural features should be used as
buffers or open space between or around developed areas and incompatible uses. Natural disasters can be mitigated by “getting out of the
way”, protecting and enhancing natural features, making structures more resistant to flood and wind damage, and managing the development
and redevelopment of land.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No City releases a 5-yr CIP
plan that incorporates
drainage improvements,
9/14/2021
Local Citywide
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan – Fiscal Years 2022-2026. The FY2022 capital program includes $86.85 million in funding for 65 projects,
including 50 tax supported and 15 utility projects. The FY2022 program includes $15.02 million in continued reinvestment in sidewalks,
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State? (Yes/No)
Code Citation and Date
(code chapter, name of
plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local, county,
state, federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
traffic signals, asphalt and concrete roadways, general facilities, and park facilities. Also included is $12.41 million in the street and traffic
program with improvements to traffic systems, environmental clearance, and land acquisition for the extension of North Landing. The
drainage program is funded at $34.44 million in FY2022 to mainly implement projects from the May 2019 GO Bond election. The FY2022
Fire program totals $420,000 for the design of dormitories and a bay expansion to Fire Station #5 and temporary Boxx Modular buildings
while Fire Station 5 is awaiting expansion. $1 million in potential grant funding to replace City generators is programmed in Facilities. The
Parks program totals $6.93 million in FY2022 and includes funding for 11 projects, many of which have anticipated grant funding in the
amount of $500,000. Construction of the FM270 Boat Ramp is programmed in FY2022 along with 2 kayak launch sites, one at the end of
Kansas Ave, and another near Highway 270 Boat Ramp, a pedestrian trail connection at Gilmore Elementary, and a TxDOT Bike Trail and
Sidewalk. Downtown Revitalization program comprises $2.22 million for the Main Street project in FY2022 for underground electrical and
land acquisition. The Plan includes a substantial Drainage Improvement Program.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No - Local Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No Chapter 50 – Floods Local, State,
Federal
Floodplain
Administrator,
Building
Official,
Engineering
Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain management is a component of Chapter 50 as described above and is addressed in depth in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
Stormwater Management Plan No No Chapter 43 – Clean Water Local, State,
Federal
Public Works
Dept., Building
Official,
Engineering
Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
Open Space Plan Yes No Parks, Trails, and Open
Space Master Plan,
November 2017
Local Parks Director
How does this reduce risk?
In order to assess the parks, trails, and open space needs for League City over the next 20 years, a multi-level approach was taken. Existing
facilities and park acreage were compared to national, regional, and local standards using level-of-service which compares the quantity of
parks per population. During development of the previous parks master plan in 2006, League City established a goal to provide 10 acres of
park space per 1,000 residents. This quantity was updated to 15 acres per 1,000 residents to include a goal for regional parks. Currently, there
are 14.9 acres of park space per 1,000 residents within League City.
Much of the land surrounding Clear Creek and Dickinson Bayou are considered within the 100 year floodplain which is generally unsuitable
for development. The preservation and protection of these lands is critical to existing ecosystems. Providing access to these areas, such as the
Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Clear Creek Nature Center, allows League City residents a more intimate view of natural surroundings.
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State? (Yes/No)
Code Citation and Date
(code chapter, name of
plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local, county,
state, federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Transportation Plan Yes No Master Mobility Plan
Update, 2018
Local City Council
How does this reduce risk?
The purpose of the League City Master Mobility Plan Update is to retrofit the 2011 Master Mobility Plan with up-to-date travel demand
model analyses and improve long-term transportation connectivity and access and create a more efficient framework for economic
development. The Master Mobility Plan Document includes transportation policy, goals and objectives, and implementation strategies to
guide the growth and development of the thoroughfare network. The Mobility Plan Map is the long-term illustration of the thoroughfare
network with identified general alignments and rights-of-way for future preservation.
Agriculture Plan No Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
Yes No Revitalizing Historic
League City – Downtown
Redevelopment, 2016
Local Economic
Development
How does this reduce risk?
Downtown redevelopment recommendations include an: Entryway with gateway sign • Pedestrian crossings • New development framing the
roadway • Improved parking in public right-of-way • Enhanced streetscaping • Buried/relocated overhead utilities • Use of historic roadway
markers
Other No - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes - Local Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Continuity of Operations Plan Yes?? No - Local Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
Yes Yes - Local Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan Yes No - Local Emergency
Management
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of League City to oversee and track development.
Table 9.10-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
Yes Permits are approved construction plans for new
development and CIP projects.
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Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
-If no, what is your process for development?
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.)
No -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
No -
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to League City and their current
responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.10-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board
Yes
The Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) is an
eight-member board of volunteers that is responsible
for the review of subdivision plans and other
development issues brought forth by the Planning
Department. The commission also makes
recommendations to City Council on rezoning, text
amendments, and planned-unit developments (PUD),
comprehensive plan, and transportation planning
issues.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
Yes
The primary function of the ZBA is to hear and decide
upon variance requests from the Zoning Ordinance,
Sign Ordinance, and appeals from a decision by staff.
The ZBA also convenes as the Buildings and Standards
Commission (BASC).
Planning Department
Yes
The League City Planning Department provides
general guidance on zoning and land use in League
City. The department reviews and provides
information on requests for rezoning, special use
permits, and variances. The department provides staff
support to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the
Zoning Board of Adjustments, and the Historic
Commission.
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee Yes -
Public Works/Highway Department Yes -
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department
Yes
Code Compliance - Responsible for enforcing City
codes and ordinances throughout the City with the goal
of maintaining a safe and beautiful city for residents,
businesses, and visitors to enjoy.
Planning and Development - Work with the Planning
Department to enforce zoning ordinances which
includes land usage and sign enforcement.
Building Department - Relies on City assistance in
enforcing unapproved construction throughout the City,
as well as bringing into compliance any dilapidated
structures.
Engineering - Assist with floodplain management,
illicit discharges and drainage concerns.
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department
Yes
The mission of the City of League City’s Office of
Emergency Management is to promote emergency
preparedness and resiliency for city staff, residents,
businesses, and community organizations through a
comprehensive program that strives to mitigate,
prepare for, respond to, and recover from any
emergency that may impact League City. This is
accomplished through a robust training, planning, and
exercise program that allows the city to maintain the
State of Texas’ “Advanced Level of Preparedness.”
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) Yes SwiftReach
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes -
Mutual aid agreements Yes -
Human Resources Manual Yes -
Other No -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices Yes -
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices Yes -
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards Yes -
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis Yes -
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments Yes Floodplain/Stormwater Administrator and Coordinator
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
Yes Engineering Tech
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes -
Grant writer(s) Yes -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
Yes -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to League City.
Table 9.10-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes
Capital improvements project funding Yes
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes -
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service Yes
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes Yes
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds Yes
Incur debt through special tax bonds Yes
Incur debt through private activity bonds -
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Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas -
Other federal or state funding programs Yes
Open Space Acquisition funding programs -
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) -
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to League City.
Table 9.10-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Multi public events throughout the year
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes -
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes -
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Facebook, Twitter
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No -
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Facebook, Twitter, SwiftReach
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools No -
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to League City.
Table 9.10-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) Yes 5 10/21/2020
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) Yes 4 10/28/2021
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10) Yes 1 -
Storm Ready Certification No Galveston County is
certified
-
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
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Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.10-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.10.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.10-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
Yes
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
Not at this time
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
N/A
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
A structure shall be deemed to be substantially improved
or substantially damaged when the cumulative costs of
the improvements or damage repairs, when combined
incrementally over a five-year period of time, equal or
exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure.
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NFIP Topic Comments
Structures located within the 0.2 percent flood zone will
be excluded from this requirement.
City ordinance, Chapter 50. Sec 50-81 (10). No structure
was declared substantial damaged.
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
None
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
No, there are FEMA Zone A where the flood hazard
map does not have BFE.
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Engineering
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? 6
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? League City flood gages
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, Substantial Damage
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Permit review, GIS, outreach education by sending
handout or flyers about flooding issues, public events.
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
A structure shall be deemed to be substantially improved
or substantially damaged when the cumulative costs of
the improvements or damage repairs, when combined
incrementally over a five-year period of time, equal or
exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure.
Structures located within the 0.2 percent flood zone will
be excluded from this requirement. Chapter 50 Sec 50-
81 (10).
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any?
Updates to NFIP is causing concern – inability to see
how proposed changes impact residents rates.
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
None
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? October 2020
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Ordinance Chapter 50, 07/23/2019
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Higher freeboard 2’
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Not directly. P&Z reviews variance requests for
habitable structures within the A Zones. City has an
active Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Program.
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes, League City is interested in improving CRS
classification to a Class 4.
Source:
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
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9.10.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.10-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 1073 - 881 - 776 - 673 - 802 - 484 -
Multi-Family 0 - 9 - 0 - 0 - 1 - 1 -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
4665 - 4650 - 4765 - 4663 - 5118 - 5245 -
Total Permits
Issued 5738 - 5540 - 5541 - 5336 - 5921 - 5732 -
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known
Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.10.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of League City’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of League City has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.10-1. League City Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.10-2. League City Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.10-3. League City Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.10-4. League City Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of League City’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages the City of League City experienced during hazard events since
the last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or
local sources.
Table 9.10-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
Ongoing COVID-19
Pandemic Yes
$4,000,000 in force account
payroll and equipment to
respond to the pandemic,
purchase supplies, provide
additional leave for staff,
reduced scheduling, telework
equipment, and assistance at the
vaccination hub.
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in
size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial roof
loss and tree damage consistent with an EF-1
rating from east of the airport through Sunset
Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County).
Low-end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home's roof.
Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
N/A
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates.
This intense morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were inundated
with flood waters nearing homes in Texas
City. Impassable roads due to high water
included the FM 1764 - Emmett Lowry
Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
N/A
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
$9,722,978.53 in damages.
Force account equipment and
labor for emergency protective
actions, debris removal,
flooding damage to 25% of
homes and city facilities,
damage to water/utilities
systems including lift stations
and water plants, damage to
public parks, extensive soil
erosion and damage to
drainage/flood control systems.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead
to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area
Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to
east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530) Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
N/A
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
$445,790.30 in force account
labor and equipment for
emergency protective measures.
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and
other effects. Ten deaths and were reported in
Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
$442,826.90 in force account
equipment and labor for
emergency protective measures,
public supply distribution,
damage to facilities, and debris
removal.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in the
Galveston area.
Approximately $50,000 in force
account labor – damage
assessment is ongoing.
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of League City’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of League City. The City of League City
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of League City agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.10-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
Medium Low Low High Medium Low Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
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Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
Identified Issues
Specific areas of concern based on resident response to the citizen survey include:
• Flooding due to new construction
• Intersection of W. Main and I-45 flood
• Flooding along creeks
• Oaks of Clear Creek Subdivision in League City is flood prone
• Street flooding – Cedar Landing
• Bolton Dr drains very slow when large downpours occur
• North end of Pecan Orchard Rd in LC due to the elevation of the road being marginally or higher than
land to the west. With extreme rain events, this section of road acts as a dam.
• Power grid
• Erosion on the beach
9.10.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.10-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
LC 2005-1 Stormwater Drainage
Improvement
Public Works and
Engineering
No Real Progress due to changes with USACE
policies. Restructured Nottingham and Interurban
Work but received no bids. Projects have been
removed from City’s CIP. Bradshaw Ditch work is
being incorporated into LC 2018-4.
No - -
LC 2005-2: Highland Terrace
Drainage
Public Works and
Engineering
No progress. Potions of project will be included in
LC 2018-5.
No - -
LC 2005-3: Kansas Street Drainage Public Works and
Engineering
Completed. Funded by City. $3,770,591.00 No - -
LC 2005-4: Shellside Detention Public Works and
Engineering
Completed. Funded by City and CDBG, Disaster
Recover, Round 2.2 Program (2008 Hurricanes),
$3,507,604.32.
No - -
LC 2005-6: Develop a Tornado Public
Education Campaign
Office of Emergency
Management in
coordination with
CCISD and local
private schools
- No - -
LC 2005-7: Install Lightning/Surge
Protection Equipment at
City Buildings
Office of Emergency
Management,
Facilities
Maintenance
- No - -
LC 2005-8: Homeowner Mitigation
Incentive Campaign
Office of Emergency
Management,
Buildings
- No - -
LC 2016-1: Clear Creek Federal
Project - South Belt
Detention aka MUD
Gully Detention
Engineering On-going, but City is not running this project. No, not
managed
by City
- -
LC 2016-2: Elevate Homes in RL and
SRL Properties
Building Department - No - -
LC 2016-3: Increased Freeboard -
Update City ordinance to
require 24” of freeboard in
the floodplain.
Building Department - No - -
LC 2016-4: Acquisition and
Relocation
Building Department - No - -
LC 2016-5: Lightning Monitoring Fire Department,
Emergency
Management
- No - -
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-22
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
LC 2016-6: Develop and Provide
Public Outreach and
Education
Emergency
Management
- No - -
LC 2016-7: Planting of Trees Planning and Zoning - No - -
LC 2016-8: Safe Rooms/Community
Shelters
Emergency
Management,
Planning and Zoning
and Building
- No - -
LC 2018-1 Bay Ridge Subdivision
Improvements Project
Engineering On-going. Projects will be City funded. Currently
Phase 3 in construction, Phase 2 getting ready to
bid, Phases 1 and 4 are in preliminary engineering
phase. Total Cost is expected to be $24 Million
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
001)
Identified in the post-Harvey
Drainage Study for the Bay Ridge
Subdivision. Subdivision
experiences flooding of streets
that can reach 2’ in depth and the
majority of homeowners can
experience flooding in their
garages and/or homes.
Improvements would include the
design and construction of a flood
gate across Bay Ridge Drive
and/or full reconstruction of the
entrance, the addition of a
Stormwater pump station, and the
widening of Gum Bayou.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-2 Hidden Oaks Drive and
Calder Road Drainage
Improvements Project
Engineering On-going. Project has been designed to 90%, but
current estimates exceed construction budget.
Current construction estimate is $75,000
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
002)
During rain events that exceed the
1% event, Hidden Oaks Drive and
portions of Shadow Circle and
Sunset Circle experience flooding
that can reach 2’ in depth. These
events can cause flood waters to
back up into Calder Drive causing
concerns for safety. The project
will provide an unobstructed
drainage channel for rainfall
runoff events that exceeds the 1%
rainfall event. This will reduce the
amount of rainfall runoff crossing
Calder Road from the Pecan
Forest Subdivision and entering
Hidden Oaks.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-3 League City Parkway
Drainage Channel Project
Engineering No Progress, Project is not funded at this time and
City is exploring other options to provide relief to
area.
No - -
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-23
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
LC 2018-4 Oaks of Clear Creek Area
Detention Pond Project
Engineering In Progress. Project is funded with City funds and
CDBG-DR Harvey Funds. Current Estimate is
$5.3 Million
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
003)
Areas flood at the 1% event. To
mitigate, improvements would
include the purchase of land,
design and construction of
detention pond(s) for the
subdivision to contain the 1%
event. Up to 2 ponds are
proposed. Internal re-routing and
up-sizing of the subdivision’s
storm sewer system will be
required.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-5 FM 518 & Wesley Street
Infrastructure Hardening
Project
Engineering In progress. Project is funded with a mix of City
Funds, HMGP and CDBG-DR Hurricane Harvey
Funds. Current Estimate is $3.9 Million
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
004)
During moderate to severe rainfall
events, FM 518 and Wesley Street
experiences significant flooding
in the vicinity of the Highland
Terrace Subdivision. The flooding
is primarily an overland flow
issue, and this project would
create an overland flow “patch”
that reduces the flooding depth in
FM 518 and make it passable
during extreme rainfall events.
The proposed projects to help
with this issue would be (1) raise
the vertical profile of FM 518, (2)
create alternate overland flow
paths, and (3) improve sub-
surface drainage.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-6 Magnolia Creek and
Cedar Gully Drainage
Improvement Project
Engineering In progress. City funded project with a budget of
$7.5 Million
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
005)
The rapid urbanization of League
City has increased the magnitude
and duration of flows and when
coupled with the highly erosive
soils, channel erosion has been a
constant maintenance issue.
Improvements would include (1)
the modification of outlets for 3
existing detention basins in the
Magnolia Creek sub-watershed so
that Stormwater inflows for most
events are stored in the basin and
the channel forming discharge is
allowed to pass through to the
Engineering/
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-24
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
downstream channel and (2) the
modification of the Summer Place
culvert crossing into a staged
culvert opening by placing
multiple barrels at different
elevations. These projects would
(1) correct the erosion of the
channel bed and low flow
sections, (2) stabilize failed side-
slopes of earthen channel
sections, (3) increase long-term
channel stability, (4) reduce long-
term maintenance costs, and (5)
maintain flood control function of
the channel.
LC 2018-7 City-Wide Drainage
Performance Analysis
Project
Engineering Completed, Final Cost was $772,588 and was
funded by City and HMGP Hurricane Harvey
Funds
No - -
LC 2018-8 Brittany Bay Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
Engineering In progress. Current estimated cost is $500,000.
Funds are coming from City, HMGP and CDBG-
DR Hurricane Harvey Grants
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
006)
This project would purchase
ROW. Swales will be constructed
which will require the removal
and replacement of the existing
fence between 2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. At 2 locations,
concrete swales will be
constructed and at the remaining
locations, pavers will be used to
construct the swales. Drainage
obstructions will be permanently
removed, and the existing storm
sewer manhole cover elevation
will be adjusted as needed.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-9 Countryside Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
Engineering In progress. Current estimated cost is $400,000 all
City funded
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
007)
This project would purchase
ROW. At all locations, swales
will be constructed which will
require the removal and
replacement of the existing fence
between 2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. At 2 locations,
concrete swales will be
constructed, and the remaining
locations grass or pavers will be
Engineering /
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-25
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
used to construct the swales.
Drainage obstructions will be
permanently removed, and the
existing storm sewer manhole
cover elevation will be adjusted as
needed.
LC 2018-10 Rustic Oakes Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
Engineering In progress. Current estimate is $400,000, all City
funded.
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
008)
At all locations, swales will be
constructed which will require the
removal and replacement of the
existing fence between 2 lots
inside the easement/ROW. At 5
locations, concrete swales will be
constructed, and the remaining
locations grass or pavers will be
used to construct the swales.
Drainage obstructions will be
permanently removed, and the
existing storm sewer manhole
cover elevation will be adjusted as
needed.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-11 Newport Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
Engineering In progress. Project funded by City, HMGP &
CDBG-DR Hurricane Harvey Grants Current
Estimate is $530,000.
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
009)
This project would purchase up to
9 of the existing easements as
ROW. At all locations, swales
will be constructed which will
require the removal and
replacement of the existing fence
between 2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. All sites would
have grass or pavers used to
construct the swales. Drainage
obstructions will be permanently
removed, and the existing storm
sewer manhole cover elevation
will be adjusted as needed.
Engineering /
Project
Management
LC 2018-12 The Landing Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
Engineering In Progress. Project is funded by City and CDBG-
DR Hurricane Harvey Grants. Current Estimate is
$450,000.
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
010)
The Landing Subdivision drains
directly to the Landing Ditch
through 8 storm sewer outfalls.
The outfall easements do not have
defined swales and coupled with
existing fences and heavy
vegetation the sheet flow is being
at a minimum partially blocked
Engineering /
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-26
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
through the easements. As
currently graded, the existing
drainage easements do not have
sufficient capacity to carry the
extreme event's sheet flow from
the streets to Landing Ditch. This
factor, combined with blockage of
the drainage easements by fences
and/or vegetation, causes
excessive ponding in the street
during an extreme event rainfall.
This project would purchase up to
6 of the existing easements as
ROW. At all locations, swales
will be constructed which will
require the removal and
replacement of the existing fence
between 2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. Up to 6 swales
would be constructed as concrete
swales and the remaining swales
be grass or pavers. Drainage
obstructions will be permanently
removed, and the existing storm
sewer manhole cover elevation
will be adjusted as needed.
LC 2018-13 The Meadows
Subdivision Drainage
Improvements Project
Engineering In Progress. City Funded with current estimate at
$1.5 Million.
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
011)
The Meadows Subdivision drains
into a tributary of Robinson’s
Gully (Channel RB103-00-00)
through 13 storm sewer outfalls.
Six of the outfall easements need
to have defined swales added. The
lack of swales coupled with
existing fences and heavy
vegetation means the sheet flow is
being at minimum partially
blocked through the easements.
As currently graded, the existing
drainage easements do not have
sufficient capacity to carry the
extreme event's sheet flow from
Engineering /
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-27
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
the streets to the tributary. This
factor, combined with blockage of
the drainage easements by fences
and/or vegetation, causes
excessive ponding in the street
during an extreme event
exceedance rainfall. The Tributary
was not constructed to ultimate
design capacity when the
Meadows were being constructed.
This has led to a lack of capacity
of the tributary itself which in turn
limits the existing Meadows
drainage from getting to
Robinson’s Gully.
This project would purchase up to
3 of the existing easements as
ROW and purchase 3 new
drainage ROWs. At all locations,
swales will be constructed which
will require the removal and
replacement of the existing fence
between 2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. Up to 6 swales
could be constructed as concrete
swales and the remaining swales
being grass or pavers. Drainage
obstructions will be permanently
removed. The tributary will need
to be lowered approximately 2’
from Robinson’s Gully to Smith
lane, the weir at the FM 270
crossing will need to be removed
and the existing box culverts at the
Smith Lane crossing will need to
be replaced.
Project will lower the 100 year
water surface elevation within the
tributary by 2’ from Robinson’s
Gully to Smith Lane and 0.9’
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-28
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
upstream of Smith Lane. When
coupled with the overflow swales,
this in turn will provide ultimate
design capacity to the tributary and
allow water to exit the Meadows
Drainage system limiting street
and structural flooding.
LC 2018-14 Benson Bayou Regional
Mitigation Conveyance &
Pond Project
Yes In progress. Project will be funded by City and
likely split into multiple phases. Current estimate
is $50 Million
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
012)
The flooding problems seen in the
existing conditions are generally
concentrated east of the HL&P
easement that runs northwest to
southeast across the Benson Bayou
area. The areas of deepest flooding
immediately upstream of the
HL&P easement are in
undeveloped areas. Although not
as deep, the flooded areas in the
vicinity of State Highway 3 and
League City Parkway are a
concern due to the Oaks of Clear
Creek and Leisure Lakes
Subdivisions. Homes in this area
routinely experience street
flooding and structural inundation.
The primary issue in the Benson
Bayou area is that League City has
no control over the down-steam
capacity of the bayou within the
City of Dickinson. For this reason,
any drainage improvements
achieved for owners within this
watershed by increased
conveyance must be mitigated
before flows leave League City.
Alternatively, drainage may be
improved using a detention
solution. Many of the flooding
problems within Benson Bayou
area will not be solved directly by
improvements implemented by the
City. However, the flooding
Engineering /
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-29
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
cannot be removed unless there is
sufficient underlying
infrastructure to receive it. Part of
this necessary infrastructure is
adequately sized channels.
Detention sites have been
identified that can be used to
attenuate the flows in Bensons
Bayou and its tributaries. Routing
flows to these basins and
constructing outflow control
structures will help to reduce the
frequency of flooding.
Re-grading tributaries from the
HL&P culverts all the way to
League City Parkway and beyond
will provide the conveyance and
depth necessary for new
developments. Leaving the HL&P
culverts in place and constructing
a mitigation pond will prevent
downstream impacts.
The City is proposing to re-grade
approximately 2,000 LF of
tributaries and land acquisition for
and construction of a 300 - 400
acre-foot mitigation pond along
with reconstructing road crossings
on League City Parkway and Hwy
3 and existing pond outfall
structures as needed within this
watershed.
LC 2018-15 Trailer Mounted
Generator and By-Pass
Pump Units
Engineering No Progress at this time. Project is funded with
City funds and is currently estimated at $660,000.
Yes (as
2022-
League
City-
013)
The project is to purchase at a
minimum the following items:
2 Trailer Mounted Diesel Driven
200 kW Gensets with electrical
pigtail connection
Public Works /
Project
Management
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-30
2022 Update Project # Project Responsible Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress, Ongoing
Capability, or Completed)
If in progress or completed, please describe the
funding source, cost and who is implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action be
included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need, this is
still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please describe the
original problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic losses)
If Yes, identify
the responsible
department/pers
on to implement
the project.
1 Trailer Mounted 6” and 8”
DriPrime Diesel Driven Pump
with suction & discharge piping
1 4X4 1-ton Flatbed with bed rack
SECTION 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-31
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.10-14, the City did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of League City participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.10-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of League City would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-32
2022 Update
Table 9.10-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
League
City-
001
Bay Ridge
Subdivision
Improvements
Project
Problem: Identified in
the post-Harvey
Drainage Study for the
Bay Ridge
Subdivision.
Subdivision
experiences flooding
of streets that can
reach 2’ in depth and
the majority of
homeowners can
experience flooding in
their garages and/or
homes.
Solution:
Improvements would
include the design and
construction of a flood
gate across Bay Ridge
Drive and/or full
reconstruction of the
entrance, the addition
of a Stormwater pump
station, and the
widening of Gum
Bayou. Projects will be
City funded. Currently
Phase 3 in
construction, Phase 2
getting ready to bid,
Phases 1 and 4 are in
preliminary
engineering phase.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 Ongoing Engineering /
Project
Management
City
Funding,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$24
million
High SIP SP
2022-
League
City-
002
Hidden Oaks
Drive and
Calder Road
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: During rain
events that exceed the
1% event, Hidden
Oaks Drive and
portions of Shadow
Circle and Sunset
Circle experience
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 Ongoing Engineering /
Project
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$75,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-33
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category flooding that can reach
2’ in depth. These
events can cause flood
waters to back up into
Calder Drive causing
concerns for safety.
Solution: The project
will provide an
unobstructed drainage
channel for rainfall
runoff events that
exceeds the 1% rainfall
event. This will reduce
the amount of rainfall
runoff crossing Calder
Road from the Pecan
Forest Subdivision and
entering Hidden Oaks.
2022-
League
City-
003
Oaks of Clear
Creek Area
Detention Pond
Project
Problem: Areas flood
at the 1% event.
Solution: To mitigate,
improvements would
include the purchase of
land, design and
construction of
detention pond(s) for
the subdivision to
contain the 1% event.
Up to 2 ponds are
proposed. Internal re-
routing and up-sizing
of the subdivision’s
storm sewer system
will be required.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
Project is
funded
with City
funds and
CDBG-DR
Harvey
Funds
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$5.3
million
High SIP SP
2022-
League
City-
004
FM 518 &
Wesley Street
Infrastructure
Hardening
Project
Problem: During
moderate to severe
rainfall events, FM 518
and Wesley Street
experiences significant
flooding in the vicinity
of the Highland
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
Project is
funded
with a mix
of City
Funds,
HMGP
and
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$3.9
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-34
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Terrace Subdivision.
The flooding is
primarily an overland
flow issue, and this
project would create an
overland flow “patch”
that reduces the
flooding depth in FM
518 and make it
passable during
extreme rainfall
events.
Solution: The proposed
projects to help with
this issue would be (1)
raise the vertical
profile of FM 518, (2)
create alternate
overland flow paths,
and (3) improve sub-
surface drainage.
CDBG-DR
Hurricane
Harvey
Funds.
2022-
League
City-
005
Magnolia Creek
and Cedar
Gully Drainage
Improvement
Project
Problem: The rapid
urbanization of League
City has increased the
magnitude and
duration of flows and
when coupled with the
highly erosive soils,
channel erosion has
been a constant
maintenance issue.
Solution:
Improvements would
include (1) the
modification of outlets
for 3 existing detention
basins in the Magnolia
Creek sub-watershed
so that Stormwater
inflows for most
events are stored in the
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City
Funds,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$7.5
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-35
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category basin and the channel
forming discharge is
allowed to pass
through to the
downstream channel
and (2) the
modification of the
Summer Place culvert
crossing into a staged
culvert opening by
placing multiple
barrels at different
elevations. These
projects would (1)
correct the erosion of
the channel bed and
low flow sections, (2)
stabilize failed side-
slopes of earthen
channel sections, (3)
increase long-term
channel stability, (4)
reduce long-term
maintenance costs, and
(5) maintain flood
control function of the
channel.
2022-
League
City-
006
Brittany Bay
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: Brittany Bay
Subdivision has
insufficient drainage.
Solution: This project
would purchase ROW.
Swales will be
constructed which will
require the removal
and replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. At 2
locations, concrete
swales will be
constructed and at the
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City
Funds,
HMGP
and
CDBG-DR
Hurricane
Harvey
Grants
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$500,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-36
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category remaining locations,
pavers will be used to
construct the swales.
Drainage obstructions
will be permanently
removed, and the
existing storm sewer
manhole cover
elevation will be
adjusted as needed.
2022-
League
City-
007
Countryside
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: Countyside
Subdivision has
insufficient drainage.
Solution: This project
would purchase ROW.
At all locations, swales
will be constructed
which will require the
removal and
replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. At 2
locations, concrete
swales will be
constructed, and the
remaining locations
grass or pavers will be
used to construct the
swales. Drainage
obstructions will be
permanently removed,
and the existing storm
sewer manhole cover
elevation will be
adjusted as needed.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City Funds Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$400,000 High SIP SP
2022-
League
City-
008
Rustic Oakes
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: Rustic Oakes
Subdivision has
insufficient drainage.
Solution: At all
locations, swales will
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City Funds Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$400,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-37
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category be constructed which
will require the
removal and
replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. At 5
locations, concrete
swales will be
constructed, and the
remaining locations
grass or pavers will be
used to construct the
swales. Drainage
obstructions will be
permanently removed,
and the existing storm
sewer manhole cover
elevation will be
adjusted as needed.
Storm,
Tsunami
2022-
League
City-
009
Newport
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: Newport
Subdivision has
insufficient drainage.
Solution: This project
would purchase up to 9
of the existing
easements as ROW. At
all locations, swales
will be constructed
which will require the
removal and
replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. All
sites would have grass
or pavers used to
construct the swales.
Drainage obstructions
will be permanently
removed, and the
existing storm sewer
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City
Funds,
HMGP &
CDBG-DR
Hurricane
Harvey
Grants
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$530,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-38
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category manhole cover
elevation will be
adjusted as needed.
2022-
League
City-
010
The Landing
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: The Landing
Subdivision drains
directly to the Landing
Ditch through 8 storm
sewer outfalls. The
outfall easements do
not have defined
swales and coupled
with existing fences
and heavy vegetation
the sheet flow is being
at a minimum partially
blocked through the
easements. As
currently graded, the
existing drainage
easements do not have
sufficient capacity to
carry the extreme
event's sheet flow from
the streets to Landing
Ditch. This factor,
combined with
blockage of the
drainage easements by
fences and/or
vegetation, causes
excessive ponding in
the street during an
extreme event rainfall.
Solution: This project
would purchase up to 6
of the existing
easements as ROW. At
all locations, swales
will be constructed
which will require the
removal and
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City Funds
and
CDBG-DR
Hurricane
Harvey
Grants
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$450,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-39
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. Up to
6 swales would be
constructed as concrete
swales and the
remaining swales be
grass or pavers.
Drainage obstructions
will be permanently
removed, and the
existing storm sewer
manhole cover
elevation will be
adjusted as needed.
2022-
League
City-
011
The Meadows
Subdivision
Drainage
Improvements
Project
Problem: The
Meadows Subdivision
drains into a tributary
of Robinson’s Gully
(Channel RB103-00-
00) through 13 storm
sewer outfalls. Six of
the outfall easements
need to have defined
swales added. The lack
of swales coupled with
existing fences and
heavy vegetation
means the sheet flow is
being at minimum
partially blocked
through the easements.
As currently graded,
the existing drainage
easements do not have
sufficient capacity to
carry the extreme
event's sheet flow from
the streets to the
tributary. This factor,
combined with
blockage of the
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress Engineering /
Project
Management
City Funds Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$1.5
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-40
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category drainage easements by
fences and/or
vegetation, causes
excessive ponding in
the street during an
extreme event
exceedance rainfall.
The Tributary was not
constructed to ultimate
design capacity when
the Meadows were
being constructed. This
has led to a lack of
capacity of the
tributary itself which
in turn limits the
existing Meadows
drainage from getting
to Robinson’s Gully.
Solution: This project
would purchase up to 3
of the existing
easements as ROW
and purchase 3 new
drainage ROWs. At all
locations, swales will
be constructed which
will require the
removal and
replacement of the
existing fence between
2 lots inside the
easement/ROW. Up to
6 swales could be
constructed as concrete
swales and the
remaining swales
being grass or pavers.
Drainage obstructions
will be permanently
removed. The tributary
will need to be lowered
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-41
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category approximately 2’ from
Robinson’s Gully to
Smith lane, the weir at
the FM 270 crossing
will need to be
removed and the
existing box culverts at
the Smith Lane
crossing will need to
be replaced.
Project will lower the
100-year water surface
elevation within the
tributary by 2’ from
Robinson’s Gully to
Smith Lane and 0.9’
upstream of Smith
Lane. When coupled
with the overflow
swales, this in turn will
provide ultimate
design capacity to the
tributary and allow
water to exit the
Meadows Drainage
system limiting street
and structural flooding.
2022-
League
City-
012
Benson Bayou
Regional
Mitigation
Conveyance &
Pond Project
Problem: The flooding
problems seen in the
existing conditions are
generally concentrated
east of the HL&P
easement that runs
northwest to southeast
across the Benson
Bayou area. The areas
of deepest flooding
immediately upstream
of the HL&P easement
are in undeveloped
areas. Although not as
deep, the flooded areas
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 In progress
(multi-
phased)
Engineering /
Project
Management
City
Funding,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
$50
million
High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-42
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category in the vicinity of State
Highway 3 and League
City Parkway are a
concern due to the
Oaks of Clear Creek
and Leisure Lakes
Subdivisions. Homes
in this area routinely
experience street
flooding and structural
inundation.
The primary issue in
the Benson Bayou area
is that League City has
no control over the
down-steam capacity
of the bayou within the
City of Dickinson. For
this reason, any
drainage
improvements
achieved for owners
within this watershed
by increased
conveyance must be
mitigated before flows
leave League City.
Alternatively, drainage
may be improved
using a detention
solution. Many of the
flooding problems
within Benson Bayou
area will not be solved
directly by
improvements
implemented by the
City. However, the
flooding cannot be
removed unless there
is sufficient underlying
infrastructure to
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-43
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category receive it. Part of this
necessary
infrastructure is
adequately sized
channels. Detention
sites have been
identified that can be
used to attenuate the
flows in Bensons
Bayou and its
tributaries. Routing
flows to these basins
and constructing
outflow control
structures will help to
reduce the frequency
of flooding.
Re-grading tributaries
from the HL&P
culverts all the way to
League City Parkway
and beyond will
provide the
conveyance and depth
necessary for new
developments. Leaving
the HL&P culverts in
place and constructing
a mitigation pond will
prevent downstream
impacts.
Solution: The City is
proposing to re-grade
approximately 2,000
LF of tributaries and
land acquisition for
and construction of a
300 - 400 acre-foot
mitigation pond along
with reconstructing
road crossings on
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-44
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category League City Parkway
and Hwy 3 and
existing pond outfall
structures as needed
within this watershed.
2022-
League
City-
013
Trailer Mounted
Generator and
By-Pass Pump
Units
Problem: The City
lacks emergency
portable energy.
Solution: The project
is to purchase at a
minimum the
following items:
2 Trailer Mounted
Diesel Driven 200 kW
Gensets with electrical
pigtail connection
1 Trailer Mounted 6”
and 8” DriPrime
Diesel Driven Pump
with suction &
discharge piping
1 4X4 1-ton Flatbed
with bed rack
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1-5 years Public Works
/ Project
Management
City
Funds,
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
$660,000
High SIP SP
2022-
League
City-
014
Public Works
Operations
Center (PWOC)
- Bathrooms,
Locker Rooms,
Showers
Problem: PWOC
serves as the central
operations hub for the
City’s critical
infrastructure
departments. The
facility was built in
1988 and has
inadequate access to
personal sanitation or
sufficient space needed
to effectively reduce
exposure during a
pandemic. The
potential for exposure
is high due to a crew-
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Pandemic,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1 6 months League City
Public Works
HMGP,
General
Fund
Significant
reduction in
potential
exposure to a
contagious
illness that
allows
employees the
ability to
perform
critical
functions
during an
emergency.
$275,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-45
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category oriented work
environment.
Currently, employees
do not have access to
individual lockers or
showers at the
location. This hinders
the ability of critical
infrastructure
personnel to safely
distance, promote
sufficient disinfection
practices, or remain at
work for long periods
of time during an
emergency or disaster.
Solution: The proposed
project would provide
ADA compliant male
and female restrooms,
showers, and locker
rooms (dressing areas)
that are conducive to
emergency operations
where social distancing
and close quarter staff
staging is critical in the
prevention of mass
exposure to contagious
illness.
2022-
League
City-
015
Dallas Salmon
Wastewater
Treatment Plant
(DSWWTP)
Influent Lift
Station
Electrical
Improvements
Problem: The Dallas
Salmon WWTP is
situated approximately
1500 feet south of the
main channel of Clear
Creek and the subject
Influent Lift Station is
located 200 feet from
the water’s edge of a
Clear Creek backwater
slough. A previous
severe flood event
Both Flood,
Hurricane,
Tsunami
1 18 months League City
Public Works
HMGP,
PDM, CIP,
General
Fund
Elevating
crucial
electrical
equipment will
mitigate
potential loss
of the City’s
most critical
wastewater lift
station during
a severe flood
$288,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-46
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category caused flooding on
Clear Creek to overtop
the Influent Lift
Station. Flood water
reached into pump
electrical lead junction
boxes for six
submersible pumps.
Flooding of this
system could cause a
major electrical failure
of the City’s most vital
lift station.
Solution: Elevate
applicable electrical
junction boxes,
disconnect enclosures,
local HOA controls,
and two Odor Control
units to an elevation
considered safe from
future flood and storm
surge events. This
project will require an
elevated
walkway/platform for
safe access by
personnel during flood
events. The addition of
six watertight wet well
hatches will ensure
functionality and
survivability.
Construction will be
limited to the general
surface area of the
influent wet well and
primarily all above
grade construction. No
major excavation will
be required.
or storm surge
event.
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-47
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
League
City-
016
Fire Station
Renovation/
Expansion
Problem: The COVID-
19 pandemic
demonstrated that
existing fire stations do
not have sufficient
space to house first
responders during a
pandemic response and
maintain adequate
distance between
employees to
successfully reduce
exposure. This
impacts the Fire
Department’s ability to
maintain adequate
staffing levels at each
station. It is critical to
ensure the health and
safety of first
responders and other
critical essential
personnel during a
pandemic or other
disaster to ensure
adequate staffing and
continuity of
operations.
Solution: Existing fire
station buildings can
be renovated or
expanded to add
additional space and
mitigation efforts to
reduce potential
exposure between
employees during a
pandemic. This would
also allow the City to
house additional
responders during
other emergencies or
Both All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2 1 year League City
Fire
Department
HMGP,
CIP,
General
Fund
Prevent the
spread of a
pandemic
illness among
critical
essential
employees and
first
responders.
$750,000 High SIP SP
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-48
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category disasters, such as a
hurricane or severe
weather event,
especially one that
occurs during an
ongoing pandemic.
2022-
League
City-
017
Integration of
Mitigation Plan
Problem: The City of
League City has
various plans,
ordinances, and
programs related to
land use where the
potential exists to
better incorporate
mitigation
opportunities that
could prevent future
loss of life, injury,
damage to property,
the economy, and
natural systems.
Solution: Integrate the
hazard mitigation plan
into other plans,
ordinances and
programs that dictate
land use decisions in
the community,
including the
Comprehensive Plan,
Building and Zoning
Codes, Capital
Improvement Plan,
Citywide Drainage
Plan, etc.
N/A All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2 2 years Emergency
Management,
Planning
Manager,
Building
Official
Staff
Time,
HMGP,
General
Fund
Avoid missed
opportunities
to implement
mitigation
actions by
ensuring
mitigation is
incorporated
into all plans.
$10,000 Medium LPR PR
2022-
League
City-
018
Generators for
Critical
Infrastructure
Problem: The City of
League City has been
affected by multiple
hazards in the past,
such as hurricanes,
winter storms, and
severe weather, that
Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
1, 2 1 year Facilities
Department/
Public Works
HMGP,
CDBG,
General
Fund
Prevent loss of
power to
critical
facilities,
equipment and
infrastructure
during an
$200,000 High SIP SP,
ES
Section 9.10: City of League City
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.10-49
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category resulted in the loss of
power to City-owned
and operated critical
facilities and
equipment. To ensure
critical infrastructure
continues to function
effectively during a
disaster, the City needs
to add generators at
new locations and
equipment and
replace/upgrade
existing generators that
no longer work
properly.
Solution: Purchase
generators for critical
facilities and
equipment that lack
adequate back-up
power.
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
emergency or
disaster.
2022-
League
City-
019
Safety/Disaster
Outreach
Programs for
Schools
Problem: The City of
League City has a
growing population
with many new
residents who are
unfamiliar with the
hazards that exist in
the area. Outreach
programs are needed to
educate the public on
the hazards in the area
and how to mitigate,
prepare for, and
appropriately respond
to each hazard.
Solution: The League
City Office of
Emergency will
coordinate with other
Both All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2 1 year LC
Emergency
Management
HMGP,
CDBG,
General
Fund
Increase
emergency
preparedness
education in
the community
$40,000 Medium EAP PI
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Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category City departments and
local agencies to
develop and implement
safety and disaster
outreach programs in
local schools.
2022-
League
City-
020
Compliance
with NFIP
Problem: Flooding will
continue to be a
primary hazard of
concern for the League
City community. To
benefit the residents of
League City, the City
needs to remain in
good standing and
compliance under the
NFIP.
Solution: Continue to
maintain good standing
and compliance under
the NFIP through
implementation of
floodplain
management programs
that, at a minimum,
meet the NFIP
requirements:
• Enforce the flood
damage prevention
ordinance.
• Participate in
floodplain
identification and
mapping updates.
• Provide public
assistance/information
on floodplain
requirements and
impacts.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2, 3 Multi-year LC
Engineering/
Planning and
Development
Staff
Time,
PDM,
General
Fund
Ensure the
City remains
in compliance
with NFIP to
maximize the
benefit for
residents.
$50,000 Medium LPR PR
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Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
League
City-
021
Flood Alert
Gauges
Problem: League City
has experienced
flooding and flash
flooding events
numerous times in the
past. Flooding will
continue to be a
primary hazard of
concern in the future.
It is difficult to
monitor the amount of
rainfall impacting the
community without
having enough flood
alert gauges
strategically placed at
locations throughout
the city. Lack of real-
time data during an
event makes it difficult
to properly warn
residents of potential
or actual flooding in
their area.
Solution: Install flood
alert gauges at
strategic locations
throughout the city to
monitor real-time
rainfall data at various
locations.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2, 3 1 year LC
Engineering
PDM,
FMA,
HMGP,
CDBG,
General
Fund
Ensure
adequate
warning for
residents in
areas
experiencing
flooding or
flash flooding
to prevent loss
of life and
property
damage.
$50,000 Medium SIP,
LPR
SP,
PI,
PR
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
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HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.10-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-League City-
001
Bay Ridge Subdivision
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
002
Hidden Oaks Drive and
Calder Road Drainage
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 -1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-League City-
003
Oaks of Clear Creek
Area Detention Pond
Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
004
FM 518 & Wesley
Street Infrastructure
Hardening Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
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Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-League City-
005
Magnolia Creek and
Cedar Gully Drainage
Improvement Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
006
Brittany Bay
Subdivision Drainage
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
007
Countryside Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
008
Rustic Oakes
Subdivision Drainage
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
009
Newport Subdivision
Drainage Improvements
Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
010
The Landing
Subdivision Drainage
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
011
The Meadows
Subdivision Drainage
Improvements Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
012
Benson Bayou Regional
Mitigation Conveyance
& Pond Project
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-League City-
013
Trailer Mounted
Generator and By-Pass
Pump Units
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-League City-
014
Public Works
Operations Center
(PWOC) - Bathrooms,
Locker Rooms, Showers
1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 10 High
2022-League City-
015
Dallas Salmon
Wastewater Treatment
Plant (DSWWTP)
Influent Lift Station
Electrical Improvements
1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-League City-
016
Fire Station
Renovation/Expansion
1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 10 High
2022-League City-
017
Integration of Mitigation
Plan
0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 8 Medium
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Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium /
Low
2022-League City-
018
Generators for Critical
Infrastructure
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 11 High
2022-League City-
019
Safety/Disaster Outreach
Programs for Schools
0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 8 Medium
2022-League City-
020
Compliance with NFIP 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 10 High
2022-League City-
021
Flood Alert Gauges 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 12 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
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9.11 CITY OF SANTA FE
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the City of Santa Fe and includes resources and information to
assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not intended as
guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be implemented prior
to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a general overview of
the municipality and who in the City of Santa Fe participated in the planning process, an assessment of the City
of Santa Fe’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of Santa Fe, and an action plan
that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.11.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The City of Santa Fe followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I of
this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many City of Santa
Fe departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact represented the
community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements by securing input
from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to contribute to the annex
development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting on the status of
previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.11-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Robert Shores Police Captain Designated point of contact for planning process; attended meetings;
provided information on capabilities, past event history, past action
statuses; identified mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
9.11.2 Jurisdictional Profile
Santa Fe is a city in Galveston County, Texas. It is named for the Santa Fe Railroad which runs through the town
alongside State Highway 6. It is located in southern Galveston County. According to the U.S. Census, the 2010
population for the City was 12,222. The estimated 2019 population was 12,735, a 4.2-percent increase from the
2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American Community Survey indicate that 6.2-percent of the
population is 5 years of age or younger and 19.6-percent is 65 years of age or older. Communities must deploy
a support system that enables all populations to safely reach shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.11.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Santa Fe performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and policies
that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes the
components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
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• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the City of Santa Fe identified for integration
of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the City of Santa Fe, what is present in the
jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.11-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Chapter 3 – Construction
Regulations, 5/13/2004
State and
Local
Building Inspector
How does this reduce risk?
The City has adopted the International Building Codes with amendments, including the International Property Maintenance Code. Under
Supplementary Building Codes the City requires that all new structures or modifications to structures which require a building permit shall
conform to wind resistant construction standards as promulgated by the State Board of Insurance under the Windstorm Inspection Program.
In addition, this Chapter contains the Section of Flood Hazard Regulations.
Zoning/Land Use Code Yes No Article 1 – Zoning,
11/09/2006
Local Zoning/Development
Officer
How does this reduce risk?
The Santa Fe Zoning Ordinance is specifically aimed at protecting the public health, safety, morals, and the general welfare of the citizens of
the City. The regulations are necessary to encourage the most appropriate use of land; to reduce fire hazards and to improve public safety; to
decrease traffic congestion and its accompanying hazards; to prevent the undue concentration of population; to lay a proper foundation for the
reasonable termination of land use activities which are not in conformance with the City's long-range land use plans; to create a
comprehensive and stable pattern of land uses; to maintain and stabilize property values; to develop an efficient and effective basis upon
which to provide services for water supply, sanitary and storm sewer systems, pedestrian and automobile circulation, schools, parks, and other
public facilities. This Ordinance has been designed to incorporate and implement the goals, objectives, and policies found in the document
entitled: The Santa Fe Comprehensive Plan, which is the officially adopted long-range plan for the City of Santa Fe.
The Zoning Ordinance divides the City into Districts, including an Agricultural District, and a Public Service District.
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No Chapter 8 –
Subdivisions, 11/13/1997
Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
The subdivision of land is the first step in the process of urban development. The arrangement of land parcels in the community for
residential, commercial, and industrial uses, and for streets, alleys, schools, parks and other public purposes will determine to a large degree
the conditions of health, safety, economy, and amenity that prevail in the urban area. The quality of these conditions is of public interest. This
Ordinance and the standards for the subdivision and improvement of land for urban use makes provisions for adequate light, air, open spaces,
drainage, transportation, public utilities, and other needs, to insure the development and maintenance of a healthy, attractive and efficient
community that provides for the conservation and protection of its human and natural resources. It is the purpose of this Ord inance to
implement the goals, objectives and policies of the City's comprehensive planning process to promote orderly growth and development.
Subdivision Plats require the identification of any watercourses, water bodies, flood hazard areas, significant tree masses, slopes, or other
natural features within the area to be subdivided.
The Planning Commission shall not approve any plat of subdivision that does not make adequate provision for storm and flood water runoff
channels or basins
Site Plan Ordinance Yes No Chapter 3 - Construction Local and
County
Zoning Officer
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
How does this reduce risk?
The City does not have a specific Site Plan Ordinance, but site plans may be required by the Planning and Zoning Commissioner as a part of
the Conditional Use Permit review process. Conditional Use site plans considered by the Planning and Zoning Commissioner shall be
approved only after the Planning and Zoning Commissioner finds that the proposed development, if completed as proposed, will comply with
all applicable provisions of this Ordinance and all conditions deemed necessary.
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
Yes Yes Article 8 – Performance
Standards, Section 8.10
Stormwater
Management, 5/27/2004
Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
Each development shall provide for the on-site or off-site detention of excess storm water runoff resulting from that development. For the
purpose of this Article, "excess storm water runoff" shall include all increases in storm water resulting from: an increase in the impervious
surface of the site, including all additions of buildings, roads, and parking lots; changes in soil absorption caused by compaction during
development; modifications in contours, including the filling or draining of small depressed areas, alteration of drainage ways, or re-grading
of slopes; destruction of forest; alteration of drainage ways or installation of collection systems to intercept street flows or to replace swales or
other drainage ways; or the alteration of subsurface flows, including any groundwater dewatering or diversion practices compared with
the site in its natural state.
No development shall cause downstream property owners, water courses, channels, or conduits to receive storm water runoff from proposed
development than would have resulted from the same storm event occurring over the site of the proposed land use with the land in its natural,
undeveloped condition.
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
The law requires disclosures of the seller of a single-family dwelling by answering Yes or No to being aware of any of the following
conditions
__ Present flood insurance coverage
__ Previous flooding due to a failure or breach of a reservoir or a controlled or emergency release of water from a reservoir
__ Previous water penetration into a structure on the property due to a natural flood event
Yes (Y) if aware and check wholly or partly as applicable, write No (N) if not aware.
__ Located wholly or partly in a 100-year floodplain (Special Flood Hazard Area-Zone A, V, A99, AE, AO, AH, VE, or AR)
__ Located wholly or partly in a 500-year floodplain (Moderate Flood Hazard Area-Zone X (shaded))
__ Located wholly or partly in a floodway
__ Located wholly or partly in a flood pool
__ Located wholly or partly in a reservoir
Growth Management Yes No Zoning Code Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
The City has a Zoning Code and Zoning Districts that manage and control growth but does not have a separate Growth Management
Ordinance.
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes Yes Subdivision
Development Ordinance
Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
Yes Yes Chapter 3 –
Construction Regulations
– Section 19 – Flood
Hazard Area
Regulations, 5/10/2012
Federal, State,
County and
Local
Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
It is the purpose of this section to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by implementing the following methods:
(a) Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood heights or
velocities;
(b) Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial
construction;
(c) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the accommodation of
flood waters;
(d) Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage;
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
(e) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may increase flood hazards to
other lands.
New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement), elevated to
twelve inches (12") above the base flood elevation. New construction and substantial improvements of any commercial, industrial or other
nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated to twelve inches (12") above the base flood level or
together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood level the structure is watertight with walls
substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and
hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy.
Wellhead Protection No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
Yes No Code of Ordinance
Chapter 7 –Personnel -
Section 5 – Emergency
Management Program,
5/12/1994
Local Emergency
Management
Coordinator
How does this reduce risk?
There exists the office of emergency management director of the City of Santa Fe which shall be held by the city mayor. The director shall be
responsible for a program of comprehensive emergency management within the city and for carrying out the duties and responsibilities set
forth in this section.
The duties and responsibilities of the emergency management director shall include; conducting an on-going survey of actual or potential
hazards which threaten life and property within the city and an on-going program of identifying and requiring or recommending the
implementation of measures which would tend to prevent the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur; and
supervising of the development and approval of an emergency management plan for the City of Santa Fe and shall recommend for adoption
by the city council all mutual aid arrangements deemed necessary for the implementation of such plan.
A comprehensive emergency management plan shall be developed and maintained in a current state.
Climate Change Ordinance No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
The City had advertised a RFQ for the development of a Comprehensive Plan.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No 2021 -2022 Local Mayor and Council
How does this reduce risk?
The city operates with a five-year plan where projects are added based on priority as determined by staff. As the fund balance in each of the
capital project funds is reviewed for excessive revenue, this revenue is considered for additional projects. Additional projects are prioritized
and then placed on next year’s schedule when funding will be available. The City Council will adopt the budget by fund and the Capital
Improvements Plan before the start of the fiscal year on October 1st.
Debt financing is used to pay for large capital improvements to and or/ construction of the City’s street, water, and sewer systems; parks and
recreational facilities; police and fire protection facilities; and the flood protection and storm drainage.
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
Yes No Emergency Management
Program
Local City Manager
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
Yes No Atlas 14 Local/ County Drainage District 1
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan Yes No Engineering Design
Specifications – Chapter
4 Drainage Design
Requirements, 3/26/2020
Local/ County City Engineer and
Public Works
How does this reduce risk?
The structural design of flood control facilities encompasses all aspects of the design of modifications to existing channels and streams or new
channels, from the selection of side slopes for earthen channels to major structures, such as bridges, culverts, drop structures, and retaining
walls. Hydraulic structures should convey stormwater safely, control erosion, be cost effective, require minimal maintenance, and add safety
and esthetics to the drainage system. The intent of this section is to present recommended standard structural details and to outline the criteria
and calculations required for approval of non-standard structures. Discussed in the sections to follow is the structural design of drainage
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
channels (both lined and unlined), culverts, bridges, drop structures, closed conduits, backslope drains, sheet flow interceptors, and storm
sewer outlets
Open Space Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan Yes No General Provisions -
Chapter 1
Local Economic Develop
Committee
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire
Protection Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Transportation Plan Yes No TX Traffic Code Chapter
9
State/ Local Police Dept.
How does this reduce risk?
The Santa Fe City Council hereby adopts the Texas Uniform Act Regulating Traffic on Highways, known as Article 6701d of Vernon's Texas
Civil Statutes, as heretofore and hereafter amended, and ordains that such act shall be in full force and effect upon all streets, roads, alleys,
and thoroughfares within the city.
Agriculture Plan Yes Yes Article 4 -Zoning
Districts 4/25/2013
State/ Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
Within the City’s Zoning Code there is an Agricultural/Residential District intended to retain the open character of the land. This district is
primarily designed for those areas on the periphery and within Santa Fe which have soils most suitable for agricultural production.
Agricultural activities are frequently associated with noise, odors, dust, aerial chemical spraying, and other activities generally incompatible
with urban life. However, agriculture forms a vital segment of both the Texas and local economy. Therefore, it is the purpose of the AR -
District to provide areas of low-density development to accommodate land uses within a district which will have the least negative impacts on
agriculture. Developmental standards within the AR - District are designed to provide for a high quality of life while effectively reducing the
need for extensive urban infrastructure and associated public facilities. The regulatory provisions of this district are aimed at achieving the
goals, objectives and policies identified in the Santa Fe Comprehensive Plan.
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
Yes No Zoning Code Local Zoning Officer
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
Yes Yes Code of Ordinance
Chapter 7
Local Police Dept. / EMC
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county,
state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Continuity of Operations Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard
Identification & Risk
Assessment (THIRA)
Yes Yes - Local Auditor
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan No No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other No No - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Santa Fe to oversee and track development.
Table 9.11-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Building and Permitting Dept
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.) Yes FEMA Flood Maps
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Zoning Maps
Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Santa Fe and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.11-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board
Yes
Volunteer - The Planning and Zoning Commission shall have
the responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the
City's comprehensive plan; shall serve in an advisory capacity
on matters concerning amendments to the Santa Fe Zoning
Ordinance text or map, on matters concerning the granting or
denial of conditional use permits, and on matters pertaining to
Planned Unit Designation under the terms of the zoning
ordinance; and shall be exclusively responsible for the City's
review, and approval or rejection of subdivision plats.
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes Volunteer - The Board of Adjustment shall act in a quasi-
judicial capacity and activities shall be in accordance with
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Chapter 711, of the Texas Local Government Code, as
amended. The Board may hear an appeal that alleges error in
an order or decision of the Santa Fe Zoning Officer pertaining
to the City's Zoning Ordinance text or map; and shall be
authorized to grant variances from the terms of the City's
Zoning Ordinance if the variance is not contrary to the public
interest and, due to special conditions which are not self-
imposed, a literal enforcement of the ordinance would result
in unnecessary hardship, and so that the spirit of the ordinance
is observed and substantial justice is done. The Board may
reverse or affirm in whole or in part or modify the Zoning
Officer's decision pertaining to the Zoning Ordinance.
Planning Department
Yes
Available City Staff/ Community Services Director - The
Community Services Department provides excellent customer
service and policy recommendations that guide the physical,
economic, and social growth of Santa Fe to achieve a better
quality of life as established by citizens' vision of the
community.
The Department helps with general guidance on zoning and
land use in Santa Fe. The department reviews and provides
information on requests for rezoning, special use
permits, variances, and subdividing property. The department
provides staff support to the Planning and Zoning
Commission, the Zoning Board of Adjustments, and the
Building Standards Commission.
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee Yes Volunteer
Public Works/Highway Department
Yes
Street Department - The City of Santa Fe Street Department
serves the community of Santa Fe by providing the highest
quality street and drainage maintenance possible. It is the
Department’s responsibility to enhance and maintain street
safety and improve drainage within the city limits of Santa Fe.
The Street Department also operates and maintains city
equipment and vehicles.
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement Department
Yes
Available City Staff -The Building and Permitting
Department ensures the health, safety, and well-being of all
people who live, work, or visit the city by ensuring
compliance with adopted codes and city ordinances.
The Building Official will review permit package and
applicants will be notified when the permit is ready for
payment. Applicants for permits will also receive a notice of
any comments that need to be addressed via email.
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department
Yes
Chief of Police/ City Manager - Emergency management is a
coordinated effort, involving local, state, and federal
government agencies as well as volunteer organizations and
businesses.
Within an integrated emergency management framework,
these entities assist citizens and their communities to prepare
for, respond to, recover from and eliminate or reduce the
efforts of natural and human-caused emergencies and
disasters.
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals) No -
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.) Yes Street Department
Mutual aid agreements Yes All Departments
Human Resources Manual Yes Street Department
Other Yes Building Standards Commission, Board of Adjustments, both
volunteer
Technical/Staffing Capability
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Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices Yes City Staff
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices Yes Building Department
Planners or engineers with an understanding of natural
hazards Yes City Staff
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost analysis Yes City Staff
Professionals trained in conducting damage assessments Yes Building Officials
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards United
States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH) applications Yes GIS Staff
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes City Staff/ Mayor/ Police Chief
Grant writer(s) Yes (Grant
Appliers) City Staff
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.) No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Santa Fe.
Table 9.11-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes, through application
Capital improvements project funding Yes – There is a 5-Year Capital Program funded on an
annual basis as part of the City’s Budget that often include
projects that aid in mitigation.
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes Yes, improvements, additions
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service Yes
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds No
Incur debt through special tax bonds Yes, Police Dept.
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs Yes, FEMA, CDBG
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution]) No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Santa Fe.
Table 9.11-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes City Secretary
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development Yes Community Service Director
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Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website
Yes
Community Service Director – The Department of Emergency
Management had a Hazard Mitigation webpage on it they have
posted a Hurricane and Severe Weather Guide. In this guide are
numerous checklists on what to do before, during and after the
storm. The guide contains contact information for local emergency
managers and numerous resources/links where additional
information can be found.
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach Yes Community Service Director
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No -
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
No -
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Social Media, City Hall Marquet
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools Yes Santa Fe ISD
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Santa Fe.
Table 9.11-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) No - -
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) Yes 3 – Commercial
4 – Residential 10/14/2021
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
No - -
Storm Ready Certification Yes Galveston County is
certified
-
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.11-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
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Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.11.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.11-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
No, but on file with the county tax office
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
No
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
Through assessments and permit requests
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
10-15 through the GLO
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Planning and Community Ser
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? No
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? Yes, Atlas 14
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, updated information / training
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NFIP Topic Comments
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
All buildings inspected, review permit plans, properly
identify properties using mapping system, outsource
engineers, conduct own inspections
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement? Over 50% of the value of the structure
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? Community not knowledgeable of program
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
No
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? Unknown
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Construction regulation, section 19, August, 2019
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes, meets
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Yes, on occasion, Planning and Zoning reviews for height
restrictions
Site plans are received by Building and Planning
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Participation yes
Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.11.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.11-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family - - - - 39 2 39 3 60 0 61 3
Multi-Family - - - - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- - - - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total Permits
Issued - - - - 39 2 39 3 60 0 61 3
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
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Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.11.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the City of Santa Fe’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the City of Santa Fe has significant exposure. The maps
also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.11-1. Santa Fe Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.11-2. Santa Fe Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.11-3. Santa Fe Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.11-4. Santa Fe Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Santa Fe’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events (as
presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages the City of Santa Fe experienced during hazard events since the
last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or
local sources.
Table 9.11-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding
(DR-4245)
Yes
The EF-2 tornado touched down just east of
Clover Field Airport (Brazoria County) and
continued on a narrow northeast track into
Galveston County. This tornado expanded in
size and weakened in intensity as it
approached FM 518 over the last half of its
track. There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial roof
loss and tree damage consistent with an EF-1
rating from east of the airport through Sunset
Drive in Friendswood (Galveston County).
Low-end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home's roof.
Estimated peak wind was 115 mph. Property
damages were estimated at $1 million.
N/A
December 3,
2016
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain No
Efficient low level convergence along a near
coastal warm frontal boundary within a moist
environment generated thunderstorms that
produced extreme early day rainfall rates.
This intense morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were inundated
with flood waters nearing homes in Texas
City. Impassable roads due to high water
included the FM 1764 - Emmett Lowry
Parkway and Highway 146 intersection.
N/A
August 26 –
30, 2017
Flash Flood /
Heavy Rain /
Tropical System
Hurricane Harvey
(DR-4332)
Yes
Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during the
evening of August 25th. The storm then
weakened to a tropical storm and slowed,
looping back and tracking over SE Texas
then back over the Gulf of Mexico making a
second landfall along the Louisiana coast
during the early morning hours of August
30th. Over that 5 day period over Southeast
Texas TS Harvey produced catastrophic
flooding with a large area of 30 to 60 inches
of rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay.
There were numerous water rescues across
western and central Galveston County. Flood
waters completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in League
-Sustained damage city wide
-Removed 22,602 CY of C&D
debris from public ROW
- Removed 3 CY of HHW
debris from public ROW
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
City, Dickinson and Santa Fe. Approximately
7,000 homes and 125 businesses were
impacted by flood waters across the county.
Clear Creek measured record levels that lead
to the widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay Area
Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood waters
across the county. Clear Creek measured
record levels that lead to the widespread
flooding throughout Friendswood and League
City. Major flooding occurred along the
Dickinson Bayou; from Cemetery Road to
east of Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood
waters inundated sections of Interstate 45,
Bay Area Boulevard, FM 528, FM 518 and
numerous primary and secondary county
roads. There were numerous water rescues
and flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland and Dickinson areas.
Three fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in property
damages and $10,000 in crop damages were
recorded in the County.
July 25 – 31,
2020
Hurricane Hanna
(EM-3530)
Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic season's
first Hurricane, made landfall along the
unpopulated Padre Island National Seashore
on the mid-Kennedy County coastline as a
Category 1 storm at around 5 PM Central
Time Saturday, July 25th, carrying sustained
90 mph winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At the
storm's peak, an estimated 50 thousand
electric customers were without power.
N/A
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The hurricane
brought high surf, elevated tides and some
winds and wind gusts to tropical storm force
along the SE Texas coast. Period of storm
surge flooding and high surf from 8/26 to
8/27 leading to flooding of low lying areas
and roads. Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide
gauges measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston
Island, including Jamaica Beach, with
multiple roads closed.
N/A
February 15,
2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions gripped
Southeast Texas behind the passage of an
Arctic front. The extreme cold and increased
demand led to widespread power outages,
loss of heat for many and led to the bursting
of pipes with some losing water for many
days. Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning and
Provided force account
overtime labor for winterizing
facilities, physically marking
roadways, install manual stop
signs, assisted water department
with disconnection of leaking
water meters, distributing water
and MREs, emergency
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
other effects. Ten deaths and were reported in
Galveston County, along with over $12
million in property damages.
communications and providing
support to senior living
complex
and staffing warming centers.
B. Provided back up emergency
generator for powered the
police department emergency
communications center during
periods of power outages.
C. Provided rental of Santa Fe
High School Cafeteria for
warming center.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most of
coastal southeast Texas, causing power
outages to nearly 500,000 people. Several
inches of rain fell, resulting in flash flooding.
Between six and nine inches of rain fell in the
Galveston area.
N/A
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the City of Santa Fe’s risk
assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the City of Santa Fe. The City of Santa Fe reviewed
the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect the relative
risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the City of Santa Fe agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.11-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
High Low Low Low Medium Low Low Medium Low
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Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 5.3 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
Identified Issues
Specific areas of concern based on resident response to the citizen survey include:
• Occasional street flooding.
9.11.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
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Table 9.11-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
SF 2016-1 Stormproof / retrofit new critical
facilities and infrastructure City Administration
-
Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-001)
- -
SF 2016-2
Harden existing critical facilities and
infrastructure to be more resistant to
hazards
City Administration
The City of Santa Fe is currently
applying for multiple grants with the
help of Grantworks and with the
assistance of WCID#8 and Galveston
County Drainage District #1. These
grants may assist in street repairs,
drainage, sewer/water upgrades and
repairs at the treatment plant. At this
time, the city is still in the application
process and beginning stages of the
grants. The city will update this
information as it is received.
Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-001,
005)
- -
SF 2016-3 Build storm water detention ponds
when appropriate City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-011)
- -
SF 2016- 4
Purchase and install generators for
existing and new critical facilities
and infrastructure
City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-008)
- -
SF 2016-5
Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition) Repetitive
Flood Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties
City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-012)
- -
SF 2016-6 Widen drainage systems and culverts
City Administration
and applicable
department and water
district staff
The City of Santa Fe, WCID#8, and
Drainage District will be working
together to rehab or reconstruct water,
sewer, drainage and streets for a block
containing 21st Street through 25th
Street including Ave H and Ave I with
grant money awarded in the amount of
$350,000.00 from the Texas
Department of Agriculture and
Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-013)
- -
SECTION 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-22
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
$1,389,501.00 awarded from the
General Land Office.
SF 2016-7 Purchase and install lightning
grounding systems and protection
devices on sewer and water systems
and municipal buildings
City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-014)
- -
SF 2016-8 Implement / maintain tree /vegetation
trimming /removal near,
infrastructure, drainage systems and
roadside areas
City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-002)
- -
SF 2016-9
Develop Critical Infrastructure and
Key Resources database (CIKR) City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-015)
- -
SF 2016-10 Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City Administration
- Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-016)
- -
SF 2016-11 Develop and provide public
information and awareness for
natural hazards
City Administration
in coordination with
county and state
officials
-
Yes (as
2022-Santa
Fe-009)
- -
SECTION 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-23
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
The City of Santa Fe has identified the following mitigation projects/activities that have also been completed but
not identified in the table above:
• Ave P St Drainage Project (Proposed 2021-2022) - City of Santa Fe, Economic Development
Commission (EDC), and Drainage District 1, funded by EDC, to improve drainage affecting 32
businesses and over 100 residences.
• Drainage block project (In-progress, completion by end of 2021) – City of Santa Fe, funded by GLO
and TDA through grant, to improve drainage and placement of water / sewer lines.
• Culvert upgrade project (Completed 2021) – City of Santa Fe and Drainage District 1, to improve
drainage by culvert pipe upgrades of outfall ditches and ditch ways.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The City of Santa Fe participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.11-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X X X X X X X
Flood X X X X X X X X X X
Hail X X X X X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X X X X X
Lightning X X X X X X X X
Pandemic X X X X X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X X X X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X X X X X
Wildfire (no hazard exposure)
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the City
of Santa Fe would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may be
previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
SECTION 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-24
2022 Update
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-25
2022 Update
Table 9.11-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Santa Fe-
001
Building
Retrofits
Problem: Structural
weaknesses that cannot
withstand hazard
events.
Solution: Retrofit
buildings that are shown
to be in high or medium
risk areas of the city to
reduce flood and wind
damage. This can
include new roofing,
siding, or windows that
improve the structural
integrity.
Existing All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2
1 to 5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP PP,
SP
2022-
Santa Fe-
002
Tree
Trimming and
Drainage
Cleaning Plan
Problem: Overgrown or
dead trees and other
debris can increase the
adverse effects of storm
events.
Solution: Continue with
maintenance plans such
as tree trimming and
drainage system
cleaning to ensure
proper flood drainage
and reduce risk of
flooding or high winds
causing trees to destroy
power lines.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of utility
services, loss of
life and damage
to critical
infrastructure.
Low High NSP NR,
PP
2022-
Santa Fe-
003
Mutual Aid
Agreements
Problem: The City may
need outside assistance
during and after hazard
events.
Solution: Continue and
develop mutual aid
contracts with
surrounding agencies
including Emergency
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Staff Time Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-26
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category Medical Services and
Fire and Rescue to get
help to those needing
high water rescue,
medical attention, etc.
2022-
Santa Fe-
004
High Water
Rescue Plan
Problem: High water
rescues needed during
severe storm events.
Solution: Maintain the
5-ton high water rescue
vehicle purchased by
the city and have an
emergency
preparedness plan in
place to coordinate high
water rescues.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Tsunami
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Santa Fe-
005
Utility
Hardening
Problem: Utilities are
vulnerable to hazard
events.
Solution: Make sure
underground utilities
are clearly marked and
able to withstand
potential risks (such as
freezing water lines or
busted gas pipes).
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1 to 5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
2022-
Santa Fe-
006
Evacuation
Plan
Problem: Residents
need to know how to
quickly and safely leave
a hazard area in
advance of a hazard
event.
Solution: Develop and
disseminate evacuation
plan, both on small and
large scale. This should
include populations
from other cities who
may use the City’s
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2, 3 1-5 years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life.
High High LPR PR
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-27
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category major roadways to
evacuate.
2022-
Santa Fe-
007
Emergency
Response Plan
Problem: Organized
disaster response efforts
are needed.
Solution: Prepare
emergency response
plan and coordinate
with other City entities
(such as Street
Department and Fire
and Rescue personnel)
to ensure clear
communication as to
what each entity’s job
function will be pre and
post natural event.
Both All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1-5 years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High LPR PR,
ES
2022-
Santa Fe-
008
Emergency
Generators
Problem: Critical
facilities lack backup
power.
Solution: Install
generators at critical
facilities throughout the
city so the public,
should they not
evacuate, have access to
basic needs. Generator
locations can include
school buildings, where
mass quantities of
people can gather to
have access to food,
water and shelter.
Grocery stores such as
Arlan’s Market (12460
Highway 6) and HEB
(4206 Warpath Avenue)
so people who choose
not to gather at mass
Both Expansive
Soils, Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP,
ES
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-28
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category shelter places still have
access to food and
water. Frontier
Communications
(13546 Highway 6) to
have technicians on
standby in case of
phone outages. Major
gas stations at heavily
traffic intersections
(Highway 6 and FM
1764, Highway 6 and
FM 646 N, Highway 6
and FM 646 S, FM
1764 and FM 646 N) so
people who chose to
evacuate have access to
gasoline and diesel.
2022-
Santa Fe-
009
Ongoing
Natural
Hazards
Public
Awareness,
Mitigation
Strategy and
Alert
Campaign
Problem: As seen
during the COVID-19
pandemic,
misinformation, fear,
and lack of clear
communication about
hazards leaves citizens
with more questions
than answers.
Solution: Continue to
use social media and the
City website (ci.santa-
fe.tx.us) to inform
residents on how they
can mitigate hazards at
their properties and
notify the public of
immediate hazard
threats or updated
supplemental
information of ongoing
hazards. Additional
outreach methods could
include text messages,
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
3 1-5 Years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
City Funds,
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-29
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category automated “robo calls”,
emails and media outlet
press releases as
needed.
2022-
Santa Fe-
010
Ongoing
Pandemic
Preparedness
Problem: The surge of
COVID-19 cases drew
attention to the need to
be prepared with PPE
and social distancing
standards in anticipation
of an outbreak event.
Solution: Large
quantities of extra
gloves, hand sanitizer,
hand soap, face shields,
face masks, gown
covers, and COVID
tests were bought and
stored at the Police
Department. Inventory
is taken at least once
every 3 months to check
supply levels, and new
goods are ordered when
needed.
Hand sanitizing stations
were placed at
businesses and
government buildings
around the city. Mask
mandates were enforced
by induvial businesses.
Social distancing
practices were utilized
where applicable,
including placing
stickers on the ground
for people to stand 6
feet apart, chairs and
large gathering spaces
were spread out and
sanitized frequently
Both Pandemic 1, 2 Ongoing City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator,
Mayor’s Office
City Funds Prevention of
loss of life.
$8,000 Medium LPR
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-30
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category between visitors, and
businesses were able to
close off lobbies or
make delivery methods
curbside to reduce the
spread of the virus.
2022-
Santa Fe-
011
Storm water
detention
ponds
Problem: Storm water
flooding.
Solution: Build storm
water detention ponds
when appropriate.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Santa Fe-
012
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters
damaged facilities.
Solution: Mitigate
(elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition)
Repetitive Flood Claim
/ Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Santa Fe-
013
Widen
drainage
systems and
culverts
Problem: Insufficient
flood water control.
Solution: The City of
Santa Fe, WCID#8, and
Drainage District will
be working together to
rehab or reconstruct
water, sewer, drainage
and streets for a block
containing 21st Street
through 25th Street
including Ave H and
Ave I.
Both Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Thunderstorm,
Severe Winter
Storm
1 1-5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
Texas
Department
of
Agriculture,
General Land
Office
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
$1.8
million
High SIP SP
2022-
Santa Fe-
014
Lightning
Grounding
Problem: Lightning
causes damages to
critical facilities.
Solution: Install
lightning grounding
systems and protection
Both Lightning 1, 2 1 to 5 years City
Administration,
City Engineer,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-31
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of
Problem and Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category devices on critical
facilities/infrastructure
2022-
Santa Fe-
015
Develop
Critical
Infrastructure
and Key
Resources
database
(CIKR)
Problem: Need to
quickly locate critical
infrastructure.
Solution: Develop
database with
geolocations.
Both Coastal &
Inland Erosion,
Expansive
Soils, Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm,
Land
Subsidence,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure
1, 2 1 to 5 years City
Administration,
Emergency
Management
Coordinator,
Public Works
FEMA Grant
Funding
(HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Santa Fe-
016
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
regulations
and permits
Problem: Hazard
mitigation is an ongoing
need.
Solution: Improve and
enforce community
regulations and permit
requirements to
promote hazard
mitigation strategies.
This includes restricting
development or
requiring enhanced
building techniques in
floodplains and mapped
high-hazard areas.
Both All hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2, 3,
4
1 to 5 years City
Administration,
Building
Inspector,
Zoning/
Development
Officer
FEMA Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-32
2022 Update
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.11-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Santa Fe-001 Building Retrofits 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-002 Tree Trimming and
Drainage Cleaning Plan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-003 Mutual Aid Agreements 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
Section 9.11: City of Santa Fe
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.11-33
2022 Update
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Santa Fe-004 High Water Rescue Plan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-005 Utility Hardening 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-006 Evacuation Plan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-007 Emergency Response
Plan 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-008 Emergency Generators 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-009 Ongoing Natural
Hazards Public
Awareness, Mitigation
Strategy and Alert
Campaign
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 10 High
2022-Santa Fe-010 Ongoing Pandemic
Preparedness 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 8 Medium
2022-Santa Fe-011 Storm water detention
ponds 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-012 Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-013 Widen drainage systems
and culverts
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-014 Lightning Grounding 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
2022-Santa Fe-015 Develop Critical
Infrastructure and Key
Resources database
(CIKR)
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Santa Fe-016 Integrate mitigation
measures in community
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-1
2022 Update
9.12 VILLAGE OF TIKI ISLAND
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the Village of Tiki Island and includes resources and
information to assist public and private sectors with reducing losses from future hazard events. This annex is not
intended as guidance for actions to take during a disaster. Rather, this annex provides actions that can be
implemented prior to a disaster to reduce or eliminate damage to property and people. The annex includes a
general overview of the municipality and who in the City of Tiki Island participated in the planning process, an
assessment of Tiki Island’s risk and vulnerability, the different capabilities used in the City of Tiki Island, and
an action plan that will be implemented to achieve a more resilient jurisdiction.
9.12.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The Village of Tiki Island followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process) in Volume I
of this plan update and developed the annex over the course of several months with input from many Village of
Tiki Island departments as summarized in the table below. The primary and alternate points of contact
represented the community on the Planning Partnership and supported the local planning process requirements
by securing input from persons with specific knowledge to enhance the plan. All departments were asked to
contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability assessment, reporting
on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and prioritization.
The following table summarizes municipal officials that participated in the development of the annex and in
what capacity. Additional documentation on the jurisdiction’s planning process through Planning Partnership
meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.12-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Name Title Method of Participation
Graham George Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Designated point of contact for planning process;
attended meetings; provided information on capabilities,
past event history, past action statuses; identified
mitigation actions; reviewed annex and provided
feedback
9.12.2 Jurisdictional Profile
The Village of Tiki Island, Texas, is primarily a waterfront canal residential community with limited commercial
and marina businesses. The Village of Tiki Island was incorporated on August 30, 1982. The Village of Tiki
Island is a Type A General Law Municipality with the Alderman form of government. The governing body is
known as "The Board of Aldermen" and includes six members (a mayor and five alderman), all of whom are
elected at-large. According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the Village was 968. The estimated 2019
population was 1,106, a 14.3-percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2019 U.S. Census American
Community Survey indicate that 0.5-percent of the population is 5 years of age or younger and 32.6-percent is
65 years of age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables all populations to safely reach
shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.12.3 Jurisdictional Capability Assessment and Integration
The City of Tiki Island performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans, programs, and
policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability Assessment) describes
the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for hazard mitigation planning. This
section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
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• An assessment of planning, legal and regulatory capabilities.
• Development and permitting capabilities.
• An assessment of administrative and technical capabilities
• An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
• An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
• Classification under various community mitigation programs.
• The community’s adaptive capacity to withstand hazard events.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-to-
day local government operations. Annex development included reviewing planning and policy documents and
surveying each jurisdiction to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan integration and how risk
reduction is supported. Areas with current mitigation integration are summarized in this jurisdictional Capability
Assessment. The updated mitigation strategy includes opportunities the Village of Tiki Island identified for
integration of mitigation concepts to be incorporated into municipal procedures.
Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Section 5 (Capability Assessment) provides an overview of the planning, legal, and regulatory capabilities. The
table below summarizes the regulatory tools that are available to the Village of Tiki Island, what is present in
the jurisdiction, and code citation and date.
Table 9.12-2. Planning, Legal, and Regulatory Capability
Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Codes, Ordinances, & Regulations
Building Code Yes Yes Article 3, Division 1,
Section 6-134
State and Local Building Official
How does this reduce risk?
Zoning/Land Use Code - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Subdivision Ordinance Yes No - Local -
How does this reduce risk?
Must be elevated with 2’ freeboard.
Site Plan Ordinance - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management
Ordinance
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Post-Disaster Recovery/
Reconstruction Ordinance
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Real Estate Disclosure Yes Yes Texas Property Code
Section § 5.008
State Texas Real
Estate
Commission
How does this reduce risk?
Growth Management - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Environmental Protection
Ordinance
Yes No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
No development in this area allowed.
Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance
- Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Guidelines for development.
Wellhead Protection - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Emergency Management
Ordinance
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Change Ordinance - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Planning Documents
Comprehensive Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Capital Improvement Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Disaster Debris Management
Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Floodplain Management or
Watershed Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Stormwater Management Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Open Space Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Urban Water Management
Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Habitat Conservation Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Economic Development Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Shoreline Management Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Wildfire Protection
Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Community Forest
Management Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
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Jurisdiction
has this?
(Yes/No)
Required by
State?
(Yes/No)
Code Citation and
Date
(code chapter, name
of plan, date of plan)
Authority
(local,
county, state,
federal)
Individual /
Department /
Agency
Responsible
Transportation Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Agriculture Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Climate Action/
Resiliency/Sustainability Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Tourism Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Business/ Downtown
Development Plan
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
- Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
•
Continuity of Operations Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Strategic Recovery Planning
Report
- No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Threat & Hazard Identification
& Risk Assessment (THIRA)
- Yes - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Outreach to educate citizens.
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Public Health Plan - No - - -
How does this reduce risk?
Other - - - - -
Development and Permitting Capability
The table below summarizes the capabilities of the City of Tiki Island to oversee and track development.
Table 9.12-3. Development and Permitting Capability
Indicate if your jurisdiction implements the following Yes/No Comment
Do you issue development permits?
-If yes, what department is responsible?
-If no, what is your process for development?
Yes Building Department
Are permits tracked by hazard area? (For example,
floodplain development permits.)
Yes -
Do you have a buildable land inventory?
-If yes, describe.
-If no, quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the
jurisdiction.
Yes Lots are identified on flood map
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Administrative and Technical Capability
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the City of Tiki Island and their
current responsibilities which contribute to hazard mitigation.
Table 9.12-4. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Comments
(available staff, responsibilities, support of hazard
mitigation)
Administrative Capability
Planning Board Yes -
Zoning Board of Adjustments Yes -
Planning Department Yes -
Mitigation Planning Committee No -
Environmental Board/Commission No -
Open Space Board/Committee No -
Economic Development Commission/Committee No -
Public Works/Highway Department No -
Construction/Building/Code Enforcement
Department
Yes -
Emergency Management/Public Safety Department Yes -
Warning Systems / Services
(mass notification system, outdoor warning signals)
Yes -
Maintenance programs to reduce risk (stormwater
maintenance, tree trimming, etc.)
Yes -
Mutual aid agreements Yes Galveston
Human Resources Manual No -
Other - -
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land
development and land management practices
No -
Engineers or professionals trained in building or
infrastructure construction practices
No -
Planners or engineers with an understanding of
natural hazards
No -
Staff with expertise or training in benefit/cost
analysis
No -
Professionals trained in conducting damage
assessments
No -
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS and/or Hazards
United States (HAZUS) – Multi-Hazards (MH)
applications
No -
Scientist familiar with natural hazards No -
Surveyor(s) No -
Emergency Manager Yes
Grant writer(s) No -
Resilience Officer No -
Other (this could include stormwater engineer,
environmental specialist, etc.)
No -
Fiscal Capability
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the City of Tiki Island.
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Table 9.12-5. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resources
Are these accessible or eligible to use for mitigation?
(Yes/No) If yes, please describe. If no, can this be used to
support in the future?
Community development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) No
Capital improvements project funding No
Authority to levy taxes for specific purposes No
User fees for water, sewer, gas or electric service No
Impact fees for homebuyers or developers of new
development/homes
No
Stormwater utility fee No
Incur debt through general obligation bonds No
Incur debt through special tax bonds No
Incur debt through private activity bonds No
Withhold public expenditures in hazard-prone areas No
Other federal or state funding programs No
Open Space Acquisition funding programs No
Other (for example, Clean Water Act 319 Grants [Nonpoint
Source Pollution])
No
Education and Outreach Capability
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the City of Tiki Island.
Table 9.12-6. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Outreach Resources
Available?
(Yes/No)
Does the jurisdiction have any public outreach mechanisms /
programs in place to inform citizens on natural hazards, risk, and
ways to protect themselves during such events?
If yes, please describe.
Public information officer or
communications office Yes Building official and clerk
Personnel skilled or trained in website
development No -
Hazard mitigation information
available on your website Yes -
Social media for hazard mitigation
education and outreach No -
Citizen boards or commissions that
address issues related to hazard
mitigation
No -
Other programs already in place that
could be used to communicate hazard-
related information
Yes Mailouts and website
Warning systems for hazard events Yes Emergency Notification System
Natural disaster/safety programs in
place for schools N/A No school in jurisdiction
Other No -
Community Classifications
The table below summarizes classifications for community programs available to the City of Tiki Island.
Table 9.12-7. Community Classifications
Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Community Rating System (CRS) Yes 7 2017
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Program
Participating?
(Yes/No)
Classification
(if applicable)
Date Classified
(if applicable)
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS)
Yes 5 10/13/21
Public Protection (ISO Fire Protection Classes
1 to 10)
Yes 5 -
Storm Ready Certification No Galveston County is
certified
-
Firewise Communities classification No - -
Other No - -
Note:
N/A Not applicable
NP Not participating
- Unavailable
Adaptive Capacity
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust to
potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other words,
it describes a jurisdiction’s current capabilities to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a future hazard event,
future conditions, and changing risk. The table below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard of
concern and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Table 9.12-8. Adaptive Capacity
Hazard Preliminary Ranking
Erosion Moderate
Dam and Levee Failure Moderate
Drought Moderate
Expansive Soils Moderate
Extreme Temperature Moderate
Flood Moderate
Hail Moderate
Hurricane Moderate
Land Subsidence Moderate
Lightning Moderate
Pandemic Moderate
Severe Winter Storm Moderate
Tornado Moderate
Tsunami Moderate
Utility Failure Moderate
Wildfire Moderate
Windstorm Moderate
*Strong = Capacity exists and is in use, Moderate = Capacity may exist; but is not used or could use some improvement, Weak = Capacity does
not exist or could use substantial improvement.
9.12.4 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Compliance
Th table below provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain,
including current and future compliance with the NFIP.
Table 9.12-9. NFIP Summary
NFIP Topic Comments
Flood Vulnerability Summary
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NFIP Topic Comments
Describe areas prone to flooding in your jurisdiction.
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by
flooding?
Yes – all jurisdiction is in flood zone
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood
mitigation?
How many homeowners and/or business owners are interested in
mitigation (elevation or acquisition)?
Yes/ None
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your
jurisdiction?
If so, state what projects are underway.
No
How do you make Substantial Damage determinations?
How many were declared for recent flood events in your
jurisdiction?
Yes – 3
How many properties have been mitigated (elevation or
acquisition) in your jurisdiction?
If there are mitigation properties, how were the projects funded?
3 – funded by insurance
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk
within your jurisdiction?
If not, state why.
Yes
NFIP Compliance
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Building Department
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your
jurisdiction? Yes
Do you have access to resources to determine possible future
flooding conditions from climate change? Yes
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or
training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?
Yes, onsite or class training
Provide an explanation of NFIP administration services you
provide (e.g. permit review, GIS, education/outreach, inspections,
engineering capability)
Phone reviews, walk-in revies, elevation reviews, map
reviews, onsite reviews
How do you determine if proposed development on an existing
structure would qualify as a substantial improvement?
Use CAD and compare appraised value to cost of
improvements
What are the barriers to running an effective NFIP program in the
community, if any? Manpower
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance
violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state the violations.
No
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit (CAV) or
Community Assistance Contact (CAC)? 2017
What is the local law number or municipal code of your flood
damage prevention ordinance?
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was
last amended?
Article 1, Division 1, Section 14-112, 2017
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed
minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Yes – CRS Community Class 7
Are there other local ordinances, plans or programs (e.g. site plan
review) that support floodplain management and meeting the
NFIP requirements? For instance, does the planning board or
zoning board consider efforts to reduce flood risk when reviewing
variances such as height restrictions?
Yes
Does your jurisdiction participate in CRS?
If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification?
If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
Yes – CRS Community Class 7
Source:
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Notes:
RL—Repetitive Loss; SRL—Severe Repetitive Loss; NA—Not applicable
9.12.5 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or decrease
risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards of concern.
The table below summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development.
Table 9.12-10. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of
Development 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP* (within regulatory floodplain/ outside
regulatory floodplain)
Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA Total
Within
SFHA
Single Family 11 11 12 12 10 10 2 2 14 14 6 6
Multi-Family - - - - - - - - - - - -
Other
(commercial,
mixed-use,
etc.)
- - - - - - - - - - - -
Total Permits
Issued
11 11 12 12 10 10 2 2 14 14 6 6
Property or
Development
Name
Type
of
Development
# of Units /
Structures
Location
(address and/or block
and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development
Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2016 to Present
None identified
Known or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
None identified
SFHA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual chance flood event)
Number of building permits based on best available data during the drafting of this HMP
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.12.6 Jurisdictional Risk Assessment
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern), Section 4.2 (Methodology
and Tools), and Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) provide a detailed summary for the Village of Tiki Island’s risk
assessment results, and data used to determine the hazard ranking are discussed later in this section.
Hazard area extent and location maps provided below illustrate the probable areas impacted within the
jurisdiction. These maps are based on the best available data at the time of the preparation of this plan and are
adequate for planning purposes. Maps were only generated for those hazards that can be clearly identified using
mapping techniques and technologies and for which the Village of Tiki Island has significant exposure. The
maps also show the location of potential new development, where available.
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Figure 9.12-1. Tiki Island Area Extent and Location Map (Flood)
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Figure 9.12-2. Tiki Island Area Extent and Location Map (SLOSH, Tsunami)
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Figure 9.12-3. Tiki Island Area Extent and Location Map (Sea Level Rise, WUI)
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Figure 9.12-4. Tiki Island Area Extent and Location Map (Erosion, Soils)
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Hazard Event History
Galveston County has a history of natural hazard events as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan.
A summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles and includes a chronology of events
that have affected the county and its municipalities.
The City of Tiki Island’s history of federal declarations (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events
(as presented in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Galveston County. The table below provides details
regarding municipal-specific loss and damages the City of Tiki Island experienced during hazard events since
the last hazard mitigation plan update. Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or
local sources.
Table 9.12-11. Hazard Event History
Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
October 22-
31, 2015
Severe Storms,
Tornadoes,
Straight-Line
Winds, and
Flooding (DR-
4245)
Yes The EF-2 tornado touched down just
east of Clover Field Airport (Brazoria
County) and continued on a narrow
northeast track into Galveston County.
This tornado expanded in size and
weakened in intensity as it approached
FM 518 over the last half of its track.
There was extensive tree damage along
the entire track. Homes sustained partial
roof loss and tree damage consistent
with an EF-1 rating from east of the
airport through Sunset Drive in
Friendswood (Galveston County). Low-
end EF-2 damage occurred on Chester
Drive in Friendswood where there was
complete loss of a residential home’s
roof. Estimated peak wind was 115 mph.
Property damages were estimated at $1
million.
No significant damages or
losses identified
December
3, 2016
Flash
Flood/Heavy
Rain
No Efficient low-level convergence along a
near coastal warm frontal boundary with
a moist environment generated
thunderstorms that produced extreme
early day rainfall rates. This intense
morning rainfall produced flash
flooding. Numerous streets were
inundated with flood waters nearing
homes in Texas City. Impassable roads
due to high water included the FM 1764
– Emmett Lowry Parkway and Highway
146 intersection.
No significant damages or
losses identified
August 26-
30, 2017
Flash
Flood/Heavy
Rain/Tropical
System
Hurricane
Harvey (DR-
4332)
Yes Harvey made landfall as a category 4
hurricane near Rockport, Texas during
the evening of August 25th. The storm
then weakened to a tropical storm and
slowed, looping back and tracking over
SE Texas then back over the Gulf of
Mexico making a second landfall along
the Louisiana coast during the early
morning hours of August 30th. Over that
5-day period over Southeast Texas TS
Harvey produced catastrophic flooding
1 home damaged by tornado
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
with a large area of 30 to 60 inches of
rain, 23 tornadoes, tropical storm force
winds and a moderate storm surge near
Matagorda Bay. There were numerous
water rescues across western and central
Galveston County. Flood waters
completely inundated hundreds to
thousands of homes and businesses in
League City, Dickinson, and Santa Fe.
Approximately 7,000 homes and 125
businesses were impacted by flood
waters across the county. Clear Creek
measured record levels that lead to the
widespread flooding throughout
Friendswood and League City. Major
flooding occurred along the Dickinson
Bayou; from Cemetery Road to east of
Highway 3 along FM 517. Flood waters
inundated sections of Interstate 45, Bay
Area Boulevard, FM 528, and numerous
primary and secondary county roads.
There were numerous water rescues and
flooded homes within the Friendswood,
Pearland, and Dickinson areas. Three
fatalities and 3 injuries in Galveston
County were recorded as a result of the
storm. An estimated $10 Billion in
property damages and $10,000 in crop
damages were recorded in the County.
July 25 –
31, 2020
Hurricane
Hanna
(EM-3530)
Yes
Hurricane Hanna, the 2020 Atlantic
season's first Hurricane, made landfall
along the unpopulated Padre Island
National Seashore on the mid-Kennedy
County coastline as a Category 1 storm
at around 5 PM Central Time Saturday,
July 25th, carrying sustained 90 mph
winds with gusts over 100 mph in a
small portion of the inner eye wall. At
the storm's peak, an estimated 50
thousand electric customers were
without power.
No significant damages or
losses identified
August 23 –
27, 2020
Tropical Storms
Marco and
Laura
(EM-3540; DR-
4572)
Yes (EM); No
(DR)
Hurricane Laura made landfall along the
southwest Louisiana coast. The
hurricane brought high surf, elevated
tides and some winds and wind gusts to
tropical storm force along the SE Texas
coast. Period of storm surge flooding
and high surf from 8/26 to 8/27 leading
to flooding of low lying areas and roads.
Beach erosion on Gulf side. Tide gauges
measured tides 3 to 4 feet above
MHHW. Bolivar Peninsula and
Galveston Island, including Jamaica
Beach, with multiple roads closed.
Some street flooding
February
15, 2021
Severe Winter
Storms
(DR-4586)
Yes
Record cold and windy conditions
gripped Southeast Texas behind the
passage of an Arctic front. The extreme
cold and increased demand led to
Power outage, frozen &
broken water lines
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Dates of
Event
Event Type
(Disaster
Declaration if
applicable)
County
Designated? Summary of Event
Municipal Summary of
Damages and Losses
widespread power outages, loss of heat
for many and led to the bursting of pipes
with some losing water for many days.
Numerous fatalities resulted both from
hypothermia, carbon monoxide
poisoning and other effects. Ten deaths
and were reported in Galveston County,
along with over $12 million in property
damages.
September
14-17, 2021
Hurricane
Nicholas N/A
The storm brought gusty winds to most
of coastal southeast Texas, causing
power outages to nearly 500,000 people.
Several inches of rain fell, resulting in
flash flooding. Between six and nine
inches of rain fell in the Galveston area.
No significant damages or
losses identified
Hazard Ranking and Vulnerabilities
The hazard profiles in Section 4.1 (Hazards of Concern) of this plan have detailed information regarding each
plan participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. The following summarizes the Village of Tiki Island’s
risk assessment results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
Hazard Ranking
This section provides the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on identified
problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of the plan.
The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard, along with its
potential impacts on people, property, and the economy as well as community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with highest
level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking), each participating jurisdiction can have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared with Galveston County as a whole. The table below summarizes the hazard
risk/vulnerability rankings of potential natural hazards for the Village of Tiki Island. The Village of Tiki Island
reviewed the county hazard risk/vulnerability risk ranking table, including municipal-specific results, to reflect
the relative risk of the hazards of concern to the community.
During the review of the hazard/vulnerability risk ranking, the Village of Tiki Island agreed with the calculated
rankings.
Table 9.12-12. Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal &
Inland
Erosion
Dam &
Levee
Failure Drought
Expansive
Soils
Extreme
Temperatures Flood Hail
Hurricane
&
Tropical
Storm
Land
Subsidence
High Low Medium Low Medium High Low High Low
Lightning Pandemic
Severe
Winter
Storm
Thunderstorm
Wind Tornadoes Tsunami
Utility
Failure Wildfire
Low Low Low Medium Medium Low Medium Low
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Note: The scale is based on the hazard rankings established in Section 4.4 (Hazard Ranking) and modified as appropriate during review
by the jurisdiction.
9.12.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives, and
their prioritization.
Past Mitigation Initiative Status
The following table indicates progress on the community’s mitigation strategy identified in the 2017 HMP.
Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following subsection in its own
table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and capabilities are indicated as such
in the following table and are discussed in the ‘Capability Assessment’ presented previously in this annex.
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-18
2022 Update
Table 9.12-13. Status of Previous Mitigation Actions Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
TI 2011-2 Implement water conservation
awareness campaign (at
Citywide Fourth of July picnic
and other local activities)
Water District - Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-001)
- -
TI 2011-5 Elevate 11 wastewater lift
stations and provide backup
power
Water District - Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-002)
- -
TI 2011-8 Purchase new Emergency
Notification System (ENS)
Emergency
Management
- Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-003)
- -
TI 2011-9 Replace the Tiki Drive Bridge
with an improved, hardened
bridge to withstand storm surge
and debris
TXDOT, Mayor - Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-004)
- -
TI 2011-10 Become a NOAA “Storm
Ready” community
Emergency
Management
- Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-005)
- -
TI 2011-13 Implement a tree trimming
program that clears tree limbs
from public right of ways
City Department Yes, ongoing Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-006)
- -
TI 2011-14 Develop and conduct a fire
safety and prevention program
Public Safety/Fire
Marshal
- Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-007)
- -
TI 2016-1 Mitigate (elevate, reconstruct,
acquisition, demolition)
Repetitive Flood Claim/Severe
Repetitive Loss (RFC/SRL)
properties
City
Administration and
applicable
state/county
agencies
- Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-008)
- -
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-19
2022 Update Project # Project
Responsible
Party
What is the status?
(e.g., In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or
Completed)
If in progress or completed,
please describe the funding
source, cost and who is
implementing.
If you did not complete the action, should the action
be included in the 2022 HMP (i.e., there is still a need,
this is still a priority)?
Yes/No
If Yes, please
describe the original
problem (i.e., hazard,
location, historic
losses)
If Yes, identify the
responsible
department/person
to implement the
project.
TI 2016-2 Improve regulations and permit
requirements to promote hazard
mitigation strategies
City
Administration
2’ freeboard Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-009)
- -
TI 2016-3 Develop and provide public
information and awareness for
natural hazards
City
Administration
Ongoing Yes (as
2022-Tiki
Island-010)
- -
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-20
2022 Update
Additional Mitigation Efforts
Other than routine maintenance activities and progress noted in Table 9.12-14, the Village did not undertake any
additional mitigation efforts in the last five years.
Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives for the HMP Update
The Village of Tiki Island participated in a mitigation action workshop in December 2021 and was provided the
following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive review of all possible activities
and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 ‘Selecting Appropriate Mitigation Measures for
Floodprone Structures’ (March 2007) and FEMA ‘Mitigation Ideas – A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural
Hazards’ (January 2013).
The table below indicates the range of proposed mitigation action categories.
Table 9.12-14. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard
FEMA CRS
LPR SIP NSP EAP PR PP PI NR SP ES
Coastal & Inland Erosion X X X X
Dam & Levee Failure (no hazard exposure)
Drought X X X X
Expansive Soils X X X X
Extreme Temperatures X X X X
Flood X X X X X X
Hail X X X X
Hurricane & Tropical Storm X X X X X X X X
Land Subsidence X X X X
Lightning X X X X
Pandemic X X X X
Severe Winter Storm X X X X X X
Thunderstorm Wind X X X X X X X X
Tornadoes X X X X X X
Tsunami X X X X
Utility Failure X X X X X X
Wildfire X X X X X X
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
The table below (Table 9.1-13) summarizes the comprehensive range of specific mitigation initiatives the Village
of Tiki Island would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives may
be previous actions carried forward for this plan update. These initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and may be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of new
hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the four FEMA mitigation action categories and the six
CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range of activities
and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 evaluation/prioritization criteria are used to complete the
prioritization of mitigation initiatives. For each new mitigation action, a numeric rank is assigned (-1, 0, or 1)
for each of the 14 evaluation criteria to assist with prioritizing your actions as ‘High’, ‘Medium’, or ‘Low.’ The
table below summarizes the evaluation of each mitigation initiative, listed by Action Number.
Table 9.1-14 provides a summary of the prioritization of all proposed mitigation initiatives for the HMP update.
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-21
2022 Update
Table 9.12-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives and Associated Priority Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Tiki
Island-
001
Water
Conservation
Campaign
Problem: Water shortages occur
during periods of drought.
Solution: Implement water
conservation awareness
campaign (at Citywide Fourth of
July picnic and other local
activities).
Both Drought 1, 2, 3 Ongoing Water District City Funds Prevention of
economic
impacts due to
lack of water.
Low High EAP PI
2022-
Tiki
Island-
002
Lift Station
Hardening
Problem: Lift stations are prone
to flooding.
Solution: Elevate 11 wastewater
lift stations and provide backup
power.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2 1-5 years Water District FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of utility
services and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Tiki
Island-
003
Emergency
Awareness
Problem: Need upgraded
emergency notification.
Solution: Purchase new
Emergency Notification System
(ENS).
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Pandemic,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Tsunami,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 1-5 years Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
High High EAP PI
2022-
Tiki
Island-
004
Tiki Drive
Bridge
Replacement
Problem: Tiki Drive Bridge is
not rated to withstand severe
weather events.
Solution: Replace the Tiki Drive
Bridge with an improved,
hardened bridge to withstand
storm surge and debris.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Winds
1, 2 1-5 years TXDOT,
Mayor
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-22
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category 2022-
Tiki
Island-
005
Join “Storm
Ready”
Problem: Need better storm
preparedness.
Solution: Become a NOAA
“Storm Ready” community.
Both Extreme
Temperatures,
Flood, Hail,
Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm,
Lightning,
Severe Winter
Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes
1, 2, 3 1-5 years Emergency
Management
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
2022-
Tiki
Island-
006
Tree
Trimming
Program
Problem: Continual trimming of
vegetation is required to
mitigation the impact of severe
weather.
Solution: Implement a tree
trimming program that clears
tree limbs from public right of
ways.
Both Hurricane &
Tropical
Storm, Severe
Winter Storm,
Thunderstorm
Wind,
Tornadoes,
Utility Failure,
Wildfire
1, 2 Ongoing Maintenance
Department
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of utility
services, loss
of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
Low High NSP NR
2022-
Tiki
Island-
007
Fire Safety
and
Prevention
Program
Problem: Lack of fire danger
awareness.
Solution: Develop and conduct a
fire safety and prevention
program.
Both Wildfire 1, 2, 3 1-5 years Public
Safety/Fire
Marshal
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
2022-
Tiki
Island-
008
Mitigation
RFC/SRL
properties
Problem: Flood waters damaged
facilities and homes.
Solution: Mitigate (elevate,
reconstruct, acquisition,
demolition) Repetitive Flood
Claim / Severe Repetitive Loss
(RFC/SRL) properties.
Existing Flood,
Hurricane &
Tropical Storm
1, 2
1 to 5 years City
Administration,
Building
Inspector/
Maintenance,
and applicable
state/county
agencies
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Protection of
structures and
critical
infrastructure.
High High SIP SP
2022-
Tiki
Island-
009
Integrate
mitigation
measures in
community
regulations
and permits
Problem: Hazard mitigation is an
ongoing need.
Solution: Improve and enforce
community regulations and
permit requirements to promote
hazard mitigation strategies. This
includes restricting development
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
1, 2, 3,
4
1 to 5 years City
Administration,
Building
Inspector/
Maintenance
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
damage to
critical
infrastructure.
Low High LPR PR
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-23
2022 Update Project Number Mitigation
Initiative
Name
Description of Problem and
Solution
New or
Existing
Assets?
Hazard(s) to
be Mitigated
Goals
Met
Estimated
Timeline
Lead and
Support
Agencies
Potential
Funding
Sources
Estimated
Benefits Estimated Costs Priority Mitigation Category CRS Category or requiring enhanced building
techniques in floodplains and
mapped high-hazard areas.
2022-
Tiki
Island-
010
Public
Outreach
Problem: Methods and
operational equipment are
needed to inform the public on
how residents can mitigate
hazards at their properties.
Additionally, outreach methods
are needed informing the
community of immediate danger
from an impending hazard or
updating the public with an
ongoing controlled hazard.
Solution: Public outreach
program will be designed to
inform residents on how they can
mitigate hazards at their
properties and notify the public
of immediate hazard threats or
updated supplemental
information of ongoing hazards
through numerous methods that
could include text messages,
automated “robo calls”, emails,
media outlet press releases,
internet websites and social
media accounts from village
departments. Equipment would
include social monitoring or
crowd source programs, cameras
and hard-shell cases, laptop, and
a dedicated vehicle.
Both All Hazards
except Dam &
Levee Failure
3 1-5 Years City
Administration,
Mayor’s Office,
Public Safety,
Fire Marshal
FEMA
Grant
Funding
(FMA,
HMGP,
BRIC)
Prevention of
loss of life and
protection of
critical
infrastructure.
Low High EAP PI
Notes:
Not all acronyms and abbreviations defined below are included in the table.
Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:
CAV Community Assistance Visit
CRS Community Rating System
DPW Department of Public Works
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program
HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
The time required for completion of the project upon
implementation
Cost:
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-24
2022 Update
EHP Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPA Floodplain Administrator
HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance
N/A Not applicable
NFIP National Flood Insurance Program
OEM Office of Emergency Management
BRIC Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
Program
The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits:
A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative
and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
• Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
• Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could
apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
• Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses, and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
• Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These
actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
• Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and
zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
• Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard
or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
• Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Such actions include outreach projects,
real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
• Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. These actions include sediment and erosion control, stream
corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
• Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Such structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining
walls, and safe rooms.
• Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services,
and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.12-16. Summary Evaluation and Action Priority
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Tiki Island-
001
Water Conservation
Campaign 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 9 High
2022-Tiki Island-
002
Lift Station Hardening 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 High
2022-Tiki Island-
003
Emergency Awareness 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
Section 9.12: Village of Tiki Island
Galveston County, TX | Hazard Mitigation Plan 9.12-25
2022 Update
Project Number Project Name Life Safety Property Protection Cost-Effectiveness Technical Political Legal Fiscal Environmental Social Administrative Multi-Hazard Timeline Agency Champion Other Community Objectives Total High /
Medium
/ Low
2022-Tiki Island-
004
Tiki Drive Bridge
Replacement 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Tiki Island-
005
Join “Storm Ready” 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Tiki Island-
006
Tree Trimming Program 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Tiki Island-
007
Fire Safety and
Prevention Program
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 -1 1 1 1 11 High
2022-Tiki Island-
008
Mitigation RFC/SRL
properties
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Tiki Island-
009
Integrate mitigation
measures in community
regulations and permits
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
2022-Tiki Island-
010
Public Outreach 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 13 High
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), which conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
Low (0-4), Medium (5-8), High (9-14).