$35 million in stormwater projects aim to keep Kingsville streets dry

When heavy rain hits Kingsville, it doesn’t take long for water to fill the streets. For many neighbors, that flooding frustration is nothing new — but city leaders say help is finally on the way. $35 million in stormwater projects aim to keep Kingsville streets dry

The City of Kingsville is investing more than $35 million into 14 stormwater infrastructure projects aimed at reducing localized flooding and improving drainage across town.

Tackling long-time problem areas

Some of the most flood-prone neighborhoods include Armstrong Street and East Caesar Avenue, both of which are classified as special flood hazard zones by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). During heavy rain, those streets can quickly turn into flowing streams.

“We do have what we call localized flooding,” s