West Lake Houston Parkway reopens after high water closure

The bridge connecting Kingwood and Atascocita via West Lake Houston Parkway has reopened after being temporarily closed due to elevated water levels.

The I-69/Hamblen Rd. underpass remains closed.

The closure was a precautionary measure to ensure public safety amidst the ongoing weather conditions.

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Local authorities had advised residents and commuters to seek alternate routes until the water recedes and the bridge is deemed safe for travel once again.

You can see river and stream water levels as well as rainfall rates here. You can also view the KPRC 2 Flood Tracker here.

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