Entering Construction: Parkway Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements

What to expect

  • Drainage improvements include an enclosed storm sewer system at Crystal Cove Dr, Deep Valley Dr, and Pearl Point St.
  • A wet bottom detention basin to mitigate adverse impacts from drainage improvements.
  • The project includes roadway replacement, sidewalks, and ADA ramps.

Project Quick Facts

Project and construction management:
  • Office of the Country Engineer – Recovery and Resilience Division
Harris County project partners:
  • Construction cost: $3.9 Million
  • Construction start: First Quarter, 2025
  • Construction finish: Fourth Quarter, 2026
  • Construction contractor: ECON Development, Inc.
Questions related to equipment, debris, street closures, driveway reconstruction, and general construction questions:
Questions related to Parkway Forest Drainage Improvements:
Questions and comments about the Office of the County Engineer – Recovery and Resiliency Division

Manhole Survey Notice for Parkway UD Residents – Access Needed

Dear Parkway UD Residents,

MMIA is conducting a manhole survey in your District beginning today, 03/11/25 to the end of next week, 03/21/25.

Some customers have manholes in the backyard and the district will need access to the rear easements. MMIA will be working between the hours of 8-5.

Please have your gate unlocked during those times. MMIA will knock on the door to identify themselves and request access. If you have any questions, please call 281-651-1618.

District Alert: Prepare for Winter Weather

Parkway UD would like to advise residents of potential winter weather and cold conditions coming later this week. While meteorologists are still uncertain regarding how cold it will get, there is the potential for a hard freeze in all non-costal locations. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing, it is a good time to refresh on the four P’s: People, Pets, Pipes, and Plants.

People

  • Avoid going outside if it is not necessary. If you do, make sure you layer up from head to toe.
  • To keep you and your family safe, it is imperative your home is warm.
  • Make sure your heat is set to an appropriate temperature to make your entire home comfortable. Remember, heat rises so if you sleep upstairs, your room may be warmer than rooms downstairs.
  • Never use your stove or oven to heat your home.
  • If you smell smoke or see flames, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Pets

  • While protecting your family, it is imperative to protect your pets as well.
  • Pets, like humans, are vulnerable to cold temperatures. If not taken care of properly, they can succumb to frostbite and even hypothermia.
  • If you have a dog that typically lives outdoors, consider letting them inside when temperatures drop to freezing. While their fur does help to keep them warm, it provides little help in freezing temperatures.
  • If you absolutely cannot bring them inside, make sure they have a warm shelter, plenty of food and fresh water so it does not freeze.
  • If your pet looks like it has any symptoms resembling frostbite or hypothermia, call your vet.

Pipes

  • All garden hoses should be disconnected from outside spigots.
  • Make sure to cover all your exposed pipes with a cover. You can also cover your pipes with towels, duct tape or another adhesive strip as long as they are wrapped tightly.
  • You should also open up the cabinets to let warm air circulate throughout your home. Just make sure any harmful chemicals are out of reach for children and pets.
  • The operator asks that you do NOT drip your faucets. The Regional Water Authorities (WHCRWA, NFBWA, NHCRWA) receive their water from City of Houston and dripping faucets could put a strain on the system in these types of events resulting in low pressure or even depleting the water system resulting in a boil water notice.

Plants

  • When cold weather hits, it’s a good idea to bring in all of your outdoor plants.
  • If you can’t bring in the plant, cover it with a blanket to make sure they do not die.

Additionally, there are a few vehicle-safety tips to observe during winter weather:

  • Keep vehicle gas tanks full
  • Have tire pressures checked
  • Keep a phone charger, first aid kit, blankets, and jumper cables in personal vehicles
  • Check local road conditions at www.houstontranstar.org. State highway information is also available at www.drivetexas.org.

Lastly, here are some safety tips recommended by local Fire Departments regarding space heaters and other supplemental heating sources:

  • If you use a space heater, make sure to keep it away from anything that may be flammable including curtains, indoor plants, bedding, etc. Also, do not keep it running overnight and do not keep it running in an unoccupied room. Always turn off space heaters when leaving the room and/or going to sleep
  • Do not power space heaters with extension cords or power strips; do not use power strips or extension cords as an alternative for permanent wiring
  • Never leave a space heater unattended, or a child unattended with a space heater
  • Keep all combustible materials (and people) at least three (3) feet away from space heaters
  • If you use a fireplace, make sure you have a screen to catch any embers that might escape or a rolling log.
  • Never overload outlets or breakers

Mission Statement

Parkway Utility District, through the dedication of its Directors and Consultants, is committed to providing the highest quality of water and sewer service at the most economical costs to its customers and taxpayers.

Through the District’s website you can easily find links to the following services: