Third Pump Station Construction Update

Factory testing has started on the seven large pumps for the Third Pump Station.  The test for Pump #1 was successful, and it will be delivered to Sugar Land in early July.  FCBLID 2 has approved overtime and weekend work for the construction contractor to make Pump #1 operational as soon as possible.  Based on the latest schedule, the first pump will be operational by the end of August.  It will take approximately one month to complete the testing procedure for all seven pumps.  The current schedule estimates all new pumps will be in operation by the end of September.

FBCLID 2 appreciates your patience as the District works to complete this critical flood control project.  Additional details are available at: www.fbclid2.com/third-pump-station-construction/.  Please contact FBCLID 2 directly with any questions or concerns: www.fbclid2.com/contact.

FBCLID 2 Pump #1 at Test Facility

Emergency Operations Update – Tuesday, June 1, 2021

The Brazos River is currently at a river stage of 35.3 feet, but that level is forecasted to increase to 42.8 feet by Sunday, June 6.  The latest forecast does not include a crest, so the final Brazos River stage may exceed 42.8 feet.  At this elevation, the Brazos River begins to close the flood gates in the levee and restrict drainage inside FBCLID 2.  The District’s pump stations were operated over the Memorial Day weekend to remove rainfall, and they will continue to maintain as much flood storage as possible inside the levee.  The current forecast calls for 4-6 of rain over the next 7 days, and the operators remain on stand-by to run the pumps.  The latest forecast and information from the National Weather Service is included below.

For additional information on FBCLID 2 Emergency Operations: FBCLID2.com/emergency

  • Live graphic of levee operations
    • 24-hour rainfall total
    • Ditch water levels inside and outside the levee
    • Brazos River Forecast (if flood stages are predicted)
    • Pump Station operations
  • Rainfall & stream gauges
  • Live camera views with hourly updates
  • Links to City of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County Emergency Management

Brazos River Gage at Richmond, Texas
National Weather Service

Emergency Operations Update – Thursday, May 27, 2021

The Brazos River crested overnight at a river stage of 36 feet and is forecasted to remain around 34 feet until Sunday, May 30.  At this elevation, the Brazos River begins to close the flood gates in the levee and restrict drainage inside FBCLID 2.  However, a Brazos River stage of 36 feet is still low enough that heavy rainfall inside the District will push the flood gates open.  Also, the District’s pump stations have been tested, and operators are on stand-by to run the pumps, if needed.  The current forecast calls for ¼ – ½ inch of rain over the next 3 days and less than 1 inch of rain over the next 7 days.  Based on the current forecast the pump stations will not need to be operated. The latest forecast and information from the National Weather Service is included below.

For additional information on FBCLID 2 Emergency Operations: FBCLID2.com/emergency

  • Live graphic of levee operations
    • 24-hour rainfall total
    • Ditch water levels inside and outside the levee
    • Brazos River Forecast (if flood stages are predicted)
    • Pump Station operations
  • Rainfall & stream gauges
  • Live camera views with hourly updates
  • Links to City of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County Emergency Management

Brazos River Gage at Richmond, Texas

National Weather Service