Flood mitigation assistance

The Texas Water Development Board received a $351,702 Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on September 14, 2023 (CFDA 97.029). The grant funds statewide initiatives to reduce repetitive flood damage, improve floodplain management, and enhance community preparedness through local projects such as property acquisitions, elevations, drainage improvements, and flood risk assessments. The Texas Water Development Board serves as the state administering agency, issuing $152,500 in sub-awards to the Cameron County Drainage District 3 for the CCDD3/San Benito Drainage Master Plan - FMA - C & CB Project Scoping. This sub-award supports flood control planning and design activities in the local community. Through this federal funding, the Texas Water Development Board delivers critical flood prevention services benefiting communities across Texas.