As the expansion of Project 11 on the Houston Ship Channel progresses, residents of Galena Park and surrounding port communities are increasingly concerned about the potential impacts on their health and safety.
Scheduled for completion by 2027, the project aims to widen the channel by 170 feet along the Galveston Bay reach, increasing its width from 530 feet to 700 feet. Additionally, segments from Boggy Bayou to Sims Bayou will be deepened through dredging operations.RELATED: $1 billion Houston ship channel expansion project kicks offThis phase of the project has sparked alarm among local residents, who fear the dredged materials could contain hazardous toxins.
Local residents and environmental groups are closely monitoring the situation, fearing that changes to the channel could increase flood risks in the already vulnerable region.In response to these concerns, Port Houston issued a statement today, emphasizing their commitment to community health and safety. DOWNLOAD THE FOX 26 HOUSTON APP BY CLICKING HERE "Port Houston cares deeply about the health and safety of our neighboring communities and we hear their concerns.
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