IRVING, Texas — The City of Irving has received an award of $70 million from the Texas Water Development Board for flood mitigation improvements, according to the city.

This award allows the city to accelerate the upgrades to the largest and most outdated drainage channels, the release states.

The project will include excavating 10,000 feet of concrete channel lining, reinforcing bottom lining and concrete walls, replacing five concrete box culverts, removing a road crossing to improve flow, and relocating water and sewer lines for more long-term stability.

According to the release, these improvements will increase the city's system capacity during rain, reducing the risk of flooding in areas.

Irving is receiving $51.25 million in no-interest financing and $18.75 million in grants, sav

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