Reservoir Park

George Bush Park Puts Big Recreation Inside Barker Reservoir

George Bush Park is one of the clearest examples of how west Harris County does double duty with its land. All 7,800 acres of it sit inside Barker Reservoir — a flood-control basin that stays mostly dry and serves as parkland until a big storm fills it.

On a normal day it is a sprawling recreation hub: fishing, dog parks, nature areas, ball fields, picnic spots, scout camping, an equestrian trail, playgrounds, a model-plane field, and 11.36 miles of hike-and-bike trail running over Buffalo Bayou.

For westside residents it is both a giant park and a reminder of the reservoir landscape they live next to. After heavy rain, parts can flood by design, so check Harris County Precinct 4 for hours, closures, and access before heading out.

Source to confirm: Harris County Precinct 4 - George Bush Park

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Appraisal District

Who Sets Your Property Value in Harris County

The Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) sets the taxable value of every property in the county each year.

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Property Tax Exemption

Homestead Exemption Can Cut Your Tax Bill in Harris County

Homeowners who live in their Harris County home as their primary residence can get a significant cut in their property tax bill through the homestead exemption.

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Municipal Utility Districts

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Harris County has hundreds of Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that provide water, sewer, and drainage to homes outside city limits.

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Flood Risk

Harris County Has One of the Most Active Flood Programs in the Country

Harris County is one of the most flood-prone counties in the United States, and the county runs its own flood control agency, the HCFCD, to manage that risk.

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