Why does Houston flood? | Exploring Rotterdam Water Square/ The Dry Line
Why does Houston flood and how innovation through projects like Rotterdam Water Square and The Dry Line could be the answer
Delve into the complex reasons behind Houston's recurrent flooding issues and its susceptibility to such disasters. Uncover the intricate network of interconnected water bodies contributing to the city's vulnerability, exacerbated by outdated flood maps unable to keep pace with rapid urban development. Explore how Houston's transformation into a concrete jungle has disrupted natural drainage systems, exacerbating flood risks.
Discover the various flood mitigation strategies employed, including the construction of seawalls, the utilization of reservoirs like Addicks and Barker, and the implementation of bayous and storm sewers. Learn about the role of detention and retention ponds in managing stormwater runoff and alleviating flood risks, as well as the regulatory framework governing storm drainage requirements in Houston.
However, despite these efforts, witness how Houston's flooding problem continues to escalate, prompting the need for innovative solutions. Explore proposed resolutions, such as integrating flood mitigation programs with detention and retention systems, drawing inspiration from successful case studies like Rotterdam Water Square and The Dry Line by Bjarke Ingels.
Ultimately, embark on a journey to understand the multifaceted nature of Houston's flood challenges and the potential pathways towards effective flood management and mitigation in the face of an increasingly urbanized and climate-vulnerable landscape.
0:00 Intro
0:23 Why Houston Floods?
0:41 Why is Houston Prone to Flooding? Interconnected water bodies
1:38 Outdated Flood Maps
2:58 Concrete Jungle
3:26 Flood Mitigation Strategies: Seawall
3:43 Reservoirs: Addicks and Barker
4:06 Bayous and Storm Sewers
4:45 Detention and Retention Ponds
5:38 Houston storm drainage requirement
6:01 Fail: Houston Flooding is getting worse
7:21 Programmatic Resolution
7:31 Case Study: Rotterdam Water Square
8:30 Merge Program with Detention/Retention
9:28 Case Study: The Dry Line Bjarke Ingels
10:00 Procession Programmatic Seawall
11:14 Conclusion
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