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Floodplain & Drainage
In 2018, the City of Midland established a Stormwater Utility.
What does the Stormwater Utility do?
-Street sweeping
-Gutter and draw debris cleanouts
-Infrastructure improvement to eliminate flooding
-Water quality protection
How is the Stormwater Utility funded?
The Utility is funded through a tier-based fee. Tiers are based upon the property size. All customers within a tier pay the same, flat fee.
Rate Schedule - Residential
| Tier | Square Footage | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Up to 1,399 sq. ft. | $1.20 |
| Tier 2 | 1,400 to 2,424 sq. ft. | $2.00 |
| Tier 3 | 2,425 or greater sq. ft. | $3.40 |
Rate Schedule - Commercial
| Tier | Square Footage | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 0 to 8,339 sq. ft. | $5.80 |
| Tier 2 | 8,340 to 18,702 sq. ft. | $13.00 |
| Tier 3 | 18,703 to 47,853 sq. ft. | $30.00 |
| Tier 4 | 47,854 to 92,740 sq. ft. | $68.40 |
| Tier 5 | 92,741 to 261,475 sq. ft. | $154.00 |
| Tier 6 | 261,476 or greater sq. ft. | $220.00 |
The City of Midland's Engineering Services Department has responsibility for federal programs such as floodplain management and storm water pollution prevention.
Maps:
- Interactive Floodplain & Drainage Map
- Flood Zone Map for City Limits(PDF)
- Flood Zone Map for Midland County (PDF)
Useful Documents:
Master Drainage Plan
Long-range plan for drainage improvements in Midland
- Master Drainage Plan - Cover & Table of Contents
- Master Drainage Plan - Executive Summary
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 1 - Introduction
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 2 - Jal Draw
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 3 - Midland Draw
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 4 - Scharbauer Channel
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 5 - Mulberry Channel
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 6 - Industrial Channel
- Master Drainage Plan - Section 7 - South Channel