Apr 25, 1997
A strong easterly fetch off the Gulf produced coastal flooding along the upper Texas coast from April 25th-27th. The most extensive flooding/damage occurred from High Island to Jamaica Beach along the Gulf and the western shore of Galveston Bay. Tides ran between 2-4 feet above astronomically predicted levels. Beach errosion, road damage, and foundation damage were common especially in Galveston County due to the high waters. In Seabrook (Harris County), high waters on Toddville road made it
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5595562). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Harris County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.