Site work for a water / sewer project in Beaumont, Texas. Conceptual plans call for site work for a water / sewer project.

The East China Relief Project aims to reduce flooding in the China community by widening Ditch 600 and creating new detention basins. These improvements would increase the ditch's capacity to handle stormwater runoff and reduce downstream water levels during heavy rains. The plan includes excavating 447 acre-feet of detention volume along Ditch 600 and in an adjacent agricultural field near the Beaumont Irrigation Canal. Key upgrades include improving flow at critical crossings, such as under Turner Road and the canal. This would be done using erosion control measures like concrete mats and downspouts for runoff delivery. As of March 17, 2025, the drainage district would handle all construction, design and management. FEMA also conducted an environmental assessment of the project and found no significant impact. The district received a grant from FEMA for this project, which will cover 75% of the $2.85 million cost. The District is requesting $713,290 to cover the grants required for a local match. This project is ranked 90 on the priority project list. Information regarding design firm, construction manager, and general contractor has not been released. Further details regarding design, construction, and completion timelines have not been determined. *Project information, including timeline and contacts, has been obtained through public sources. The content management team continues to pursue additional details; however, the contact(s) listed have yet to disclose or confirm any information. Inquiries should be directed to the contact(s) listed.