What can I do if there is a significant drainage issue in my neighborhood?

If there is a significant drainage issue in your neighborhood, you can contact the Public Works Department at (817) 748-8098. You also may make a written request to the Public Works Department. Your written request will be evaluated and may be considered for a future Drainage Project as part of the City’s on-going Capital Improvements Program (CIP).

Please write to:

City of Southlake

Public Works Department

c/o City Engineer 

1400 Main St., Ste. 320

Southlake, TX 76092


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1. What are the City's drainage related responsibilities?
2. What are the resident's drainage related responsibilities?
3. What is the difference between public and private drainage systems?
4. My neighbor has done some work on their lot and now I'm getting more runoff. What can I do?
5. What can I do if there is a significant drainage issue in my neighborhood?
6. Who do I contact for my drainage question that isn't listed here?
7. Is street flooding normal?
8. What is stormwater?
9. What is a flood plain?
10. What is the difference between a storm drain and a sewer?
11. What does impervious mean?
12. What is the difference between detention and retention?