Irving Flood Control District III

Valley Ranch's flood protection is the result of decades of intentional planning, proactive investment and community partnership. 🛠️💧

Learn how it all came together at the link below! ⏬

How We Reduced Flood Risk in this Texas Community — Irving Flood Control District 3 When planners first envisioned the Valley Ranch community in Irving, Texas, they faced a major challenge: flooding. Today, Valley Ranch is no longer considered at high risk for flooding but, rather, an area with reduced flood risk. Learn how they did it at IFCD 3's WaterWays blog!

Please note: There will be no board meeting in June. We invite you to join our next meeting in July for the latest flood control updates in Valley Ranch.

Clear skies don’t mean the work stops. ☀️

Even during North Texas summers, we are hard at work monitoring soil conditions, upgrading key infrastructure and preparing our system for when the next storm arrives.

🔗Learn how we stay ready year-round:

No Days Off: Summer Flood Control in Valley Ranch — Irving Flood Control District 3 Dry weather doesn’t mean downtime for IFCD 3. Learn how summer maintenance and inspections help keep Valley Ranch’s flood control system ready for the next round of rain.

April showers stuck around a little longer, bringing a total of 2.96 inches of rain in May! ☔📆

As we head into the summer months, our focus turns to maintaining and strengthening our system for the next rainfall.

Trash and debris can wash into canals during rainfall, impacting how water moves through our system. Simple acts, like recycling, go a long way in protecting waterways. ♻️

This , learn how you can help keep our waterways clear and flowing! 🌎💧

Why Recycling Matters for Flood Control — Irving Flood Control District 3 In 2025, IFCD 3 collected 35 tons of trash from Valley Ranch waterways – much of it recyclable. Explore how to properly dispose of trash to help keep our channels clean.

Before peak summer heat settles in, enjoy the outdoors in ! 🌳☀️ Explore some of our favorite local parks and trails at the link below. ⬇️

Into the Vault: Parks and Paths Throughout Valley Ranch — Irving Flood Control District 3 Into the Vault: Parks and Paths Throughout Valley Ranch The school year has ended and the first month of summer is here! It’s the perfect time to go outdoors with family and friends. Luckily, our beautiful community is filled with parks and trails that make outdoor activities easily accessible. To...

School is out, but the learning doesn't have to stop!

If your child has a passion for STEM, explore IFCD 3 For Kids - our online education hub with activities for everyone. Learn about weather and by:

⚙️ Building a own flood control model at home
🎨 Bringing flood control to life with printable coloring pages
✏️ Searching for flood control terms in our word search

Visit www.ifcd3.org/ifcd3-for-kids for more.

IFCD 3 For Kids — Irving Flood Control District 3 Looking for resources for students to learn about weather and flood control? Check out our free online education resources, designed for kids ages 7-10!

Valley Ranch rainfall totaled 5.06 inches last month. ☔

Our team stayed busy, monitoring the canals and making sure water moved safely to the Elm Fork of the .

Reminder: Our May board meeting is tonight at 6:30 p.m. at 850 E. Las Colinas Blvd. in Irving. We'll be discussing flood control activities throughout Valley Ranch. See you there!

Ever noticed how consistent the water level is in our canals? That's by design!💧Read how our 418-foot benchmark keeps the system steady and ready.

A Steady 418 Feet: Valley Ranch Canal Levels — Irving Flood Control District 3 Waterways in Valley Ranch don’t stay steady by accident. This blog explains how the 418-foot benchmark helps keep water levels consistent and the flood control system ready for when weather conditions shift.