ABC 13 News – by John Fengolio
CONROE, TX (KTRK) — With an increased chance of storms this weekend, there is a new concern about flooding near Lake Conroe. Officials are warning the Lewis Creek Reservoir may not hold up.
A plastic covering has been placed to keep more rainfall from falling on the dam and deteriorating it further. There is concern that it could fail.
Crews from Entergy Texas are working to shore it up, pouring more soil on the dam to strengthen it. They’re not only worried about more water, but also that pressure from water inside the reservoir will further damage it, so they’re letting water out on the other side.
The main concern is flooding, especially more rain expected this weekend. Residents say they don’t know what to do if the dam breaks.
Entergy Texas and the Office of Emergency Management say there’s nothing to worry about, but residents near the dam say they’re not getting information about the dam and its state.
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