Flood Forecasting

In the wake of the catastrophic flooding in Central Texas in July 2025, UTA was chosen to lead an effort to design, implement, and operate a flood-warning system for the state.

The Texas Water Development Board awarded UTA’s Water Engineering Research Center (WERC) a grant to deliver more precise rainfall and humidity measurements statewide by fusing advanced radar data with rain gauges and weather stations. The project will not only strengthen flood warning systems, but also improve models that support water supply, reservoir management, and ecological health.

“This effort directly addresses concerns raised by state legislators about Texas’ lack of quality weather data,” says Nick Fang, WERC director and the Robert S. Gooch Endowed Professor in Civil Engineering. “With better information, we can help build a more resilient Texas.”

This is one of several ongoing WERC projects aimed at protecting Texas communities and preserving water resources for decades to come.