Storm Water
When rain hits any hard surface, such as your roof or driveway, it can't soak into the ground so it runs off your property. Uncontrolled runoff can lead to flooding, erosion and pollution problems. It is the city's job to help control this runoff.
The city's Storm Water Management program is working to modernize the Fort Worth storm water system and educate the public about the dangers of flash flooding.
High Water
More people die each year from flooding than do from lightning, tornadoes or hurricanes. Nearly half of all flash flood fatalities are vehicle related. The city is in the process of installing high-water warning flashers in the most flood-prone areas. To learn what to do during a flash flood, go to Turn Around Don't Drown, or view the street flooding animation to see what happens to your vehicle in high water.
Blocked Inlets
Street flooding is often the result of storm drains that are too small to handle heavy runoff. In other cases, though, the drain may need cleaning. Report street flooding to TPW Customer Service and crews will investigate.
Drainage Channel Maintenance
Storm Water Management provides major maintenance to most drainage channels within the City. This work consists of erosion repair, sediment removal, vegetation management and removal of downed trees and other blockages. However, routine mowing and trash pick-up are normally the responsibility of the property owner.
Lot-to-lot Drainage and Lot Grading
A drainage problem within your lot or water running from lot-to-lot is considered to be a civil matter and is not regulated by the City of Fort Worth. Contact an engineer or landscape professional to assist you in solving these matters.
Floodplain and Contractor Information
Visit our Contractor/Developer page for floodplain information and the Storm Water Design Manual.
Projects
Visit the projects page to learn more about upcoming storm water projects.