Services
The District provides a variety of services related to the conservation
of our natural resources, in cooperation with the NRCS and our
other partners. Please call or visit the office for more information
at:
713 397 6996
Harris Co. Service Center
10808 Huffmeister Rd
Houston, TX 77065.
Conservation Planning - Conservation planning
assistance helps the land user make management decisions based
on practical considerations. The plan includes: environmental
evaluation, planning maps and soils information, record of land
user's decisions, nutrient and pest management, and technical
information. Growers are encouraged to use Best Management Practices
(BMPs) in their plans of operation.
Soil Survey - The soil survey is a publication
which contains information that can be used in land planning programs.
It provides maps, descriptions of soils and tables of predictions
of soil behavior for selected land uses. It is a valuable tool
for farmers, ranchers, planners, builders, conservationists, teachers,
and students. This book is free of charge if picked up at the
Harris County Service Center, 10808 Huffmeister Rd., Houston,
TX 77065.
Soils Evaluation - Individual land units can
be evaluated for their soil properties and uses.
Drainage Design - Crop growth requirements will
at times need to remove excess water during the growing season.
Field ditches, ditches, and culvert pipe design and sizing are
part of the Conservation Planning system.
Pond Design - The District office can provide
pond information which includes soils information and design recommendations.
Additional information on pond maintenance and aquaculture is
also available.
Historical Aerial
Photographs (click here) - Photo's are scanned and
emailed to order in JPEG format. Sites from aerial photos (1953,
1964, 1971, 1981, 1989, and 1995) are available for a nominal
handling fee. Orders need to be placed at least one week before
due date. For more information, please email cath2453@earthlink.net
Topographical Maps - "Topo" maps,
which show elevations and drainage systems, are available for
viewing by appointment. Note: these are historical.
Community Outreach - The District can make a
Powerpoint presentation available for community and education
groups (such as Teacher Workshops). A member of the NRCS Field
office can also be made available for specific questions and answers
to your group. Specially organized "Sandwich Sessions"
(box lunch and speakers) also available with advance notice and
admission fee of $25.00 in most cases. Contact the office or email
cath2453@earthlink.net
for more details and reservations.
