Smart Solutions After the Storm: How Harris County Transformed Flood Control with smartbasix
Maximizing Infiltration, Minimizing Flood Risk, One Tailwater Pond at a Time
After Hurricane Harvey caused catastrophic flooding in Harris County, officials sought smarter ways to manage stormwater. By partnering with smartbasix and installing the programmable smartbasix Rotary Weir, they were able to capture, store, and slowly release stormwater to maximize infiltration and reduce downstream flood risks. The system delayed 195 acre-feet of stormwater, recharging aquifers and minimizing pollutant runoff. smartbasix provided Harris County with a customizable, reliable, and environmentally responsible flood control solution.
From Bio to Batch: How smartbasix Transformed Stormwater Management at Velsa Ranch
A $200K Win for Engineers and Developers in Cedar Park’s Booming Retail Sector
Faced with strict stormwater regulations near the Edwards Aquifer, the Velsa Ranch Retail Center in Cedar Park, Texas, originally planned an expensive bioretention system. With the help of Kimley-Horn and smartbasix, the team pivoted to a more cost-effective and easily maintained SmartPOND batch detention system, saving over $200,000 and reducing construction complexity. This shift delivered a smarter, simpler, and scalable solution without compromising on regulatory compliance.
Smarter Stormwater: Balancing Flood Safety with Development Yield
A Custom smartbasix Solution That Protected the Creek and Boosted ROI in Flash Flood Alley
In flood-prone Pflugerville, Texas, Cude Engineers faced a dilemma: meet detention requirements for Brio Apartments or risk harming the downstream creek. Collaborating with smartbasix, they implemented a custom smartbasix Rotary Weir system that dynamically responded to creek levels—cutting pond size in half, adding more rentable units, and enhancing flood safety. The innovative approach delivered a win for both the environment and the developer’s bottom line.