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Resolution - 2015-R0103 - Lubbock Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption - 03/26/2015
No. 2015-RO103 ;h 26, 2015 WMI MEN RESOLUTION WHEREAS, natural hazards in the County of Lubbock, Texas, historically have caused significant disasters with loss of life and property and natural resources damage; and WHEREAS, Lubbock County sponsored a county -wide FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan, and the City of Lubbock participated in the Hazard Mitigation Plan; and WHEREAS, the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires communities to adopt a hazard mitigation action plan to be eligible for the full range of pre -disaster and post -disaster federal funding for mitigation purposes; and WHEREAS, FEMA requires that communities update hazard mitigation action plans every five years in order to be eligible for the full range of pre -disaster and post - disaster federal funding for mitigation purposes; and WHEREAS, the City of Lubbock through the hazard mitigation planning process, has assessed the City of Lubbock's potential risks and hazards and is committed to planning for a sustainable future and reducing the long-term consequences of natural and man -caused hazards; and WHEREAS, the Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Plan outlines a mitigation vision, goals and objectives; assesses risk from a range of hazards; and identifies risk reduction strategies and actions for hazards that threaten the planning area. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1. The Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Plan is adopted in its entirety; 2. The City of Lubbock will pursue available funding opportunities for implementation of the proposals designated therein, and will, upon receipt of such funding or other necessary resources, seek to implement the actions contained in the mitigation strategies; 3. The City of Lubbock vests with the City Council the responsibility, authority, and means to inform all parties of this action; assure that the Hazard Mitigation Plan will be reviewed at least annually; and that any needed adjustments will be presented to the City Council for consideration; and 4. The City of Lubbock agrees to take such other action as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the objectives of the Hazard Mitigation Plan and report on progress as required by FEMA and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). PASSED by the City Council on March 26 12015 ,MAYOR ATTEST: Rebe a Garza, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Mike Kemp, Chief Lubbock Fire Rescue / APPROVED John LUBBOCK COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN Preparing for a Sustainable Future for Human Life and Property APPROVED: JANUARY, 2015 4 x , Preparing for a Sustainable Future for Human Life and Property APPROVED: JANUARY, 2015 For more information, visit our website at: www.co.lubbock.tx.us Written comments should be forwarded to: H2O Partners, Inc. P. O. Box 160130 Austin, Texas 78716 infogh2 opartnersusa. com www.h2opartnersusa.com TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION Background....................................................................................................................................1-1 Scope.............................................................................................................................................1-4 Purpose..........................................................................................................................................1-4 Authority........................................................................................................................................1-5 Summary........................................................................................................................................1-5 SECTION 2 - PLANNING PROCESS Plan Preparation and Development.................................................................................................2-1 Review and Incorporation of Existing Plans......................................................................................2-5 Public and Stakeholder Involvement.............................................................................................2-10 SECTION 3 - COUNTY PROFILE Overview........................................................................................................................................3-1 Population and Demographics.........................................................................................................3-3 AssetInventory...............................................................................................................................3-9 FutureDevelopment....................................................................................................................3-10 SECTION 4 - RISK OVERVIEW HazardIdentification......................................................................................................................4-1 Overview of Hazard Analysis..........................................................................................................4-3 BuildingValues..............................................................................................................................4-4 PotentialDollar Losses....................................................................................................................4-6 SECTION 5 - SEVERE THUNDERSTORM HazardDescription..........................................................................................................................5-1 Location.........................................................................................................................................5-1 Extent............................................................................................................................................5-1 Historical Occurrences....................................................................................................................5-3 Probability of Future Events............................................................................................................5-8 Vulnerabilityand Impact................................................................................................................5-8 SECTION 6 - TORNADO HazardDescription.........................................................................................................................6-1 Location.........................................................................................................................................6-2 Extent............................................................................................................................................6-3 Historical Occurrences....................................................................................................................6-6 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Probability of Future Events.........................................................................................................6-12 Vulnerabilityand Impact..............................................................................................................6-12 SECTION 7 — SEVERE WINTER STORM HazardDescription............................................................ Location............................................................................ Extent............................................................................... Historical Occurrences....................................................... Probability of Future Events .............................................. Vulnerability and Impact ................................................... SECTION 8 — HAIL ..........................................................7-1 ..........................................................7-3 ..........................................................7-3 ..........................................................7-4 ..........................................................7-7 ..........................................................7-7 HazardDescription.........................................................................................................................8-1 Location.........................................................................................................................................8-1 Extent............................................................................................................................................8-2 Historical Occurrences....................................................................................................................8-3 Probability of Future Events.........................................................................................................8-12 Vulnerabilityand Impact...............................................................................................................8-12 N DEVI 0to] L1L!=W 0101] HazardDescription.........................................................................................................................9-1 Location..........................................................................................................................................9-1 Extent..........................................................................................................................................9-27 Historical Occurrences...................................................................................................................9-30 Probability of Future Events.........................................................................................................9-34 Vulnerabilityand Impact..............................................................................................................9-34 NFIPParticipation........................................................................................................................9-39 NFIP Compliance and Maintenance..............................................................................................9-40 RepetitiveLoss.............................................................................................................................9-41 �1DINY 13019i111_13ILT1111lA1 HazardDescription.......................................................................................................................10-1 Location.......................................................................................................................................10-2 Extent..........................................................................................................................................10-2 Historical Occurrences..................................................................................................................10-3 Probabilityof Future Events.........................................................................................................10-7 Vulnerabilityand Impact...............................................................................................................10-7 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 11 - WILDFIRE HazardDescription.......................................................................................................................11-1 Location and Historical Occurrences..............................................................................................11-1 Extent........................................................................................................................................11-20 Probability of Future Events.......................................................................................................11-35 Vulnerabilityand Impact............................................................................................................11-35 SECTION 12 - DAM FAILURE HazardDescription.......................................................................................................................12-1 Location.......................................................................................................................................12-2 Extent...................................................................................................................................... 12-4 Historical Occurrences................................................................................................................12-14 Probability of Future Events.......................................................................................................12-15 Vulnerability and Impact............................................................................................................12-15 SECTION 13 - EXTREME HEAT HazardDescription.......................................................................................................................13-1 Location.......................................................................................................................................13-1 Extent..........................................................................................................................................13-1 Historical Occurrences..................................................................................................................13-4 Probability of Future Events.........................................................................................................13-6 Vulnerabilityand Impact..............................................................................................................13-6 SECTION 14 - MITIGATION STRATEGY MitigationGoals..........................................................................................................................14-1 Goal1..........................................................................................................................................14-1 Goal2..........................................................................................................................................14-1 Goal3..........................................................................................................................................14-2 Goal4..........................................................................................................................................14-2 Goal5..........................................................................................................................................14-2 SECTION 15 - MITIGATION ACTIONS Summary.....................................................................................................................................15-2 County -wide Actions....................................................................................................................15-4 LubbockCounty..........................................................................................................................15-14 Villageof Buffalo Springs............................................................................................................15-32 Cityof Idalou..............................................................................................................................15-36 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Cityof Lubbock..........................................................................................................................15-45 Townof New Deal......................................................................................................................15-57 Town of Ransom Canyon............................................................................................................15-61 Cityof Shallowater.....................................................................................................................15-64 Cityof Slaton..............................................................................................................................15-67 Cityof Wolfforth.........................................................................................................................15-70 FrenshipISD................................................................................................................................15-84 IdalouISD..................................................................................................................................15-87 LubbockISD...............................................................................................................................15-91 Lubbock -Cooper ISD....................................................................................................................15-95 NewDeal ISD............................................................................................................................15-101 RooseveltISD............................................................................................................................15-106 ShallowaterISD........................................................................................................................15-109 SlatonISD.................................................................................................................................15-113 SouthPlains College..................................................................................................................15-125 Texas Tech University System....................................................................................................15-133 Lubbock County Hospital District...............................................................................................15-147 Lubbock County Water Control District #1.................................................................................15-151 South Plains Association of Government...................................................................................15-157 SECTION 16 - PLAN MAINTENANCE Plan Maintenance Procedures......................................................................................................16-1 Monitoring and Evaluation...........................................................................................................16-1 Updating......................................................................................................................................16-3 Implementation/Incorporation.....................................................................................................16-4 Continued Public Involvement......................................................................................................16-6 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS APPENDIX A - TECHNOLOGICAL HAZARDS APPENDIX B - PLANNING TEAM MEMBERS APPENDIX C - PUBLIC SURVEY RESULTS APPENDIX D - CRITICAL FACILITIES APPENDIX E - DAM LOCATIONS APPENDIX F - MEETING DOCUMENTATION APPENDIX G - CAPABILITY ASSESSMENTS APPENDIX H - I -INFO ALERT SYSTEM Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 INTRODUCTION Background...................................................................................................................................................1 Scope............................................................................................................................................................. 4 Purpose.........................................................................................................................................................4 Authority....................................................................................................................................................... 5 Summaryof Sections....................................................................................................................................5 BACKGROUND Lubbock County was created on August 21, 1876 by an act of legislation in Austin that divided Bexar County, which included parts of Northwest Texas and the South Plains, into forty-eight counties. One of the newly formed counties, known as Lubbock County, was named after Tom S. Lubbock, a former Texas Ranger, Confederate Officer and brother of Francis R. Lubbock, Civil War Governor of Texas. At its creation, Lubbock County was attached to Baylor County and remained an appendage of that County until the organization of Crosby County in 1887. Lubbock County's history is as diverse and interesting as the people who inhabit this vast plain. The legacy of the "Diamond in the West" can be traced back years ago, when this whole area (now known as the plains) was one vast lake. As the years went by, so did the water, giving way to the arrival of the famous South Plains winds and the leveling of this once vast caprock. The South Plains, also known as the Llano Estacado, has long been considered an area of vast natural resources with many natural geographical features. One of the most striking features would have undoubtedly been the windmill, an engineering spectacle which dotted the horizon and fields of the South Plains. The windmill has been a major necessity for the survival and growth of the civilization of the High plains, by supplying water and a livelihood to the pioneers, crops and cattle of the dusty plain. In 2004, Lubbock County participated in a Hazard Mitigation Action Plan (HMAP) for the South Plains Association of Government (SPAG). The Plan was approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in 2005. This HMAP was formed with technical assistance provided by H2O Partners, Inc. of Austin, Texas. AM Consistent with this vision, Lubbock County took the lead in sponsoring the development of a new, stand-alone comprehensive Hazard Mitigation Plan for Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions, as well as any additional entities that wished to join as part of the new Plan, including SPAG's primary office location within Lubbock County. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION The mitigation planning regulation of the Disaster Mitigation Act requires that mitigation plans be reviewed and revised within five (5) years of approval to maintain eligibility for mitigation grant funding'. Therefore, Lubbock County began the planning process to develop a stand-alone HMAP for the County, participating jurisdictions, and other entities that wished to participate in the Plan. Figure 1-1. Overview of the Planning Area Q 144 CFR §201.6(d)(3) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION Table 1-1. Jurisdictions and Other Entities with Title Participating in the Plan Lubbock County EMC City of Lubbock EMC Town of New Deal EMC City of Idalou EMC Town of Ransom Canyon EMC Village of Buffalo Springs EMC Lubbock County Water Control and EMC Improvement District #1, City of Slaton EMC City of Wolfforth EMC City of Shallowater EMC New Deal ISD Superintendent, EMC Idalou ISD Superintendent, EMC Roosevelt ISD Superintendent, EMC Slaton ISD Superintendent, EMC Lubbock Cooper ISD Superintendent, EMC Lubbock ISD Superintendent, EMC Frenship ISD Superintendent, EMC Shallowater ISD Superintendent, EMC Texas Tech University System EMC South Plains College Emergency Management Team South Plains Association of Governments Emergency Management Team Lubbock County Hospital District / UMC University Medical Center Emergency Management Liaison Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION SCOPE The focus of the Plan is to mitigate hazards that are classified as "high" or "moderate" risk as determined through a detailed hazard risk assessment conducted for the participating Lubbock County jurisdictions. Hazards that pose a "low" or "negligible" risk will continue to be evaluated during future updates to the plan, but they may not be fully addressed until they are determined to be of high or moderate risk. This enables Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions and partners to prioritize mitigation actions based on hazards which are understood to present the greatest risk to lives and property. PURPOSE This HMAP Plan was prepared by Lubbock County and H2O Partners, Inc., providing an opportunity for Lubbock County and participating Planning Team members to evaluate successful mitigation actions and explore opportunities to avoid future disaster loss. In developing the Plan, Lubbock County and Plan participants identified nine natural and three human - caused hazards (profiled in detail in Sections 5 through 13 and Appendix A) to be addressed, as the goal of the Plan is to minimize or eliminate long-term risks to human life and property from known hazards by identifying and implementing cost-effective mitigation actions. Mitigation is defined by FEMA as, sustained actions taken to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property from hazards and their effects. Therefore, the purpose of the Plan is to continue developing successful mitigation projects to bring together cities and other entities in order to reduce future risk of loss of life or damage to property in Lubbock County. Through this process, Lubbock County and Plan participants seek to: Assess any previous mitigation projects and develop unique mitigation strategies to meet future development and risks; Encourage improvements in floodplain management, participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and qualifying for FEMA's Community Rating System, thereby reducing flood insurance premiums for citizens; Devise solutions to strengthen emergency management by addressing moderate and high risk natural and human -caused hazards; and Develop and implement a comprehensive Hazard Mitigation Plan for Lubbock County. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION AUTHORITY The HMAP Plan will comply with all requirements promulgated by the �'4rr -�+ Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and all applicable �I EMA provisions of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, Section 104 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) (P.L. 106-390), and the Bunning-Bereuter-Blumenauer Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 (P.L. 108-264). The Plan will also comply with FEMA's February 26, 2002 Interim Final Rule ("the Rule") at 44 CFR Part 201, which specifies the criteria for approval of mitigation plans required in Section 322 of the DMA 2000 and standards found in FEMA's "Local Multi -Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance" (released July 1, 2008). SUMMARY OF SECTIONS Sections 1 and 2 of the Plan outline the purpose of the Plan and the process of development. Section 3 profiles the county, while Section 4 provides an overview of the people and property at risk and hazards facing the area, including the process of identification and risk assessment methodologies utilized. Sections 5 through 13 present information on individual hazards. For each hazard, the plan presents a description of the hazard, the hazard extent, a history of historical hazard events, the probability of future occurrences, and the results of the vulnerability and risk assessment process. Section 14 presents mitigation goals and objectives while Section 15 contains all of the newly developed mitigation actions for the Plan. Section 16 identifies plan maintenance procedures including Plan incorporation and implementation. Appendix A presents information on human -caused hazards such as pipeline failure and hazardous material incidents, which includes a description of each hazard, the hazard extent, a history of historical hazard events, the probability of future occurrences, and the results of the vulnerability and risk assessment process. Appendix B contains a list of the planning team and stakeholders. Public survey results are analyzed in Appendix C. Appendix D contains a detailed list of critical facilities for the area, and Appendix E lists dam location s2. Appendix F contains documentation of meetings in the form of sign -in sheets. z For privacy concerns, Appendices D and E will not be made available to the general public. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 PLANNING PROCESS Plan Preparation and Development..............................................................................................................1 Overviewof the Plan Update....................................................................................................................1 PlanningTeam........................................................................................................................................... 2 PlanningProcess....................................................................................................................................... 2 KickoffWorkshop..................................................................................................................................3 HazardIdentification.............................................................................................................................3 RiskAssessment....................................................................................................................................3 Mitigation Review and Development...................................................................................................4 Review and Incorporation of Existing Plans..................................................................................................5 Review....................................................................................................................................................... 5 Incorporation of the HMAP into other Planning mechanisms.................................................................6 Timeline for Incorporation of Mitigation Actions.....................................................................................9 Public and Stakeholder Involvement..........................................................................................................10 PublicParticipation.................................................................................................................................11 First Series of Public Meetings............................................................................................................11 Second Series of Public Meetings.......................................................................................................11 Third Series of Public Meetings...........................................................................................................11 PublicParticipation Survey.....................................................................................................................12 StakeholderInvolvement........................................................................................................................12 PLAN PREPARATION AND DEVELOPMENT Mitigation planning involves bringing together multiple components and players to create more disaster - resistant communities. This section provides an overview of the planning process, highlighting key steps as well as providing a detailed description of how stakeholders and the public were involved. OVERVIEW OF THE PLAN UPDATE Lubbock County received funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) to develop a FEMA - approved Hazard Mitigation Plan. Lubbock County solicited bids and hired the consultant team, H2O Partners, Inc., to provide technical support and oversee the development of the Plan. In developing the Plan, the consultants used the October 1, 2011 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Planning Review Guide to create the Plan in accordance with the process as shown in Figure 2-1 below. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS Figure 2-1. Mitigation Planning Process Lubbock County and the consultant team met in July 2012 to begin organizing resources by identifying Planning Team Members and conducting a capability assessment. PLANNING TEAM The planning team was developed using an Advisory Committee comprised of Lubbock County staff including the County Emergency Management Coordinator and the County Judge. The Advisory Committee was then supported by one or more representatives from each participating community and other entities in the Plan. The following factors were taken into consideration when developing the new Plan: Whether the goals address current and expected conditions; Whether the nature/magnitude of risks have changed; Whether there are current resources appropriate for implementing the Plan; Whether implementation problems, such as technical, political, legal, or coordination issues hinder development; Whether outcomes have occurred as expected; and How communities, agencies and partners participated in the implementation process. PLANNING PROCESS The process used to prepare this Plan included following the four major steps included in Figure 2-1. After the Planning Team was organized, a capability assessment was developed and distributed at the Kick -Off Workshop. Appendix G is a Capability Assessment overview for each Planning Team member. Hazards were identified and assessed, the results of which were provided at the Risk Assessment Workshop. Based Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS on Lubbock County's vulnerabilities, specific mitigation strategies were discussed and created at the Mitigation Workshop. Finally, plan maintenance and implementation procedures were developed and are included with this Plan at Section 16. Documentation for participation at each workshop is found in Appendix F. KICKOFF WORKSHOP The Planning Team Kickoff Workshop was held in the City of Lubbock on August 1, 2012. The afternoon meeting was followed by a public meeting that evening. Meetings were conducted at the Lubbock County Annex. The initial meeting provided an opportunity to inform city and county officials and key department personnel about how the planning process pertained to their distinct roles and responsibilities, and also to involve stakeholder groups, such as school districts and area businesses. In addition to the kickoff presentation, participants received the following information: Background paperwork about the Plan; Public Survey access information; and Capability assessment survey, for completion. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION At the close of the Kickoff Meeting, and through a series of email and phone correspondences, the Planning Team confirmed hazards identification by the Advisory Committee for inclusion in the Plan. The group reviewed and considered a full range of natural and human -caused hazards for inclusion then narrowed the list to significant hazards by reviewing hazards affecting the area as a whole, the State of Texas Hazard Mitigation Plan, and initial study results from reputable sources such as federal and state agencies. Based on this initial analysis, the team identified a total of nine natural hazards and three human -caused hazards that could affect the area. RISK ASSESSMENT An initial risk assessment for Lubbock County was completed in November 2012. The results were presented to Plan participants and stakeholders at a workshop on November 7, 2012 at the Lubbock County Annex, following a public meeting held the evening prior on November 6. At the stakeholder workshop, the characteristics and consequences of each hazard were evaluated to determine how much of the area would be affected, in terms of potential danger to property and citizens. Potential dollar losses from each hazard were estimated using the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Hazards U.S. Multi -Hazards (MH) Model (HAZUS-MH) and other HAZUS-like modeling techniques. The assessments examined the impact of various hazards on the built environment, including general building stock (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial), critical facilities, lifelines, and infrastructure. The resulting risk assessment profiled hazard events, provided information on previous occurrences, estimated probability of future events, and detailed the spatial extent and magnitude of impact on people and property. Each participant was also given a risk ranking sheet at the Risk Assessment Workshops in order to reflect unique and varied risks among the planning area. Participants Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS ranked hazards in terms of the probability or frequency of occurrence, extent of spatial impact, and the magnitude of impact. The assessments were also used to set priorities for mitigation, based on potential dollar losses and loss of lives. A hazard profile and vulnerability analysis for each of the hazards can be found in Sections 5 through 13 in this Plan. MITIGATION REVIEW AND DEVELOPMENT The mitigation strategy development for the Plan involved developing mitigation goals and developing new mitigation actions. A Mitigation Workshop was held on December 13, 2012 at the Lubbock County Annex following the public meeting held the previous evening on December 12. As with the Risk Assessment Workshop, stakeholder groups were invited. An inclusive and structured process was used to develop and prioritize new mitigation actions for this Plan, including the following steps: A "menu" of optional mitigation actions was developed based on plan reviews, studies, and interviews with federal, state, and local officials. The participants reviewed the optional mitigation actions, and narrowed the list down to those that were most applicable to their area of responsibility, were most cost-effective in reducing risk, could be implemented easily, and would be most likely to receive institutional and community support. The participants inventoried federal and state funding sources that could potentially assist in implementing the proposed mitigation actions. Information was collected, including the program name authority, purpose of the program, types of assistance and eligible projects, conditions on funding, types of hazards covered, matching requirements, application deadlines, and a point of contact. Mitigation Planning Team Members considered benefits that would result from the mitigation actions versus the cost of those projects. While detailed cost -benefit analyses were beyond the scope of this plan, economic evaluation was a factor that helped Team Members select one mitigation action from competing actions. Team Members then selected and prioritized mitigation actions. The prioritization method was based on FEMA's STAPLE+E criteria and included social, technical, administrative, political, legal, economic, and environmental considerations. As a result of this exercise, an overall priority was assigned to each mitigation action by each Team Member. The overall priority of each action is reflected in the mitigation actions found in Section 15. Team Members developed action plans identifying proposed actions, costs and benefits, the responsible organization(s), effects on new and existing buildings, implementation schedules, priorities, and potential funding sources. Mitigation actions identified in the process were made available to the Planning Team for review. In addition, the Plan will be made available for review and comment on Lubbock County's website. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS REVIEW AND INCORPORATION OF EXISTING PLANS REVIEW A variety of existing studies, plans, reports, and technical information were reviewed as part of the planning process. Sources of the information included FEMA, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Texas Forest Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the State Comptroller, the Texas State Data Center, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), local hazard assessments and plans. Section 4 and the hazard -specific sections of the Plan summarize the findings from these information sources. Some of these documents, including those from FEMA, provided information on risk, existing mitigation actions currently underway, and ideas for possible future mitigation actions. Other documents, including those from NOAA, provided histories of disasters in the area. The USACE studies were reviewed for their assessment of risk and potential projects in the county. State Data Center documents were used to obtain population projections. Materials from FEMA and TDEM were reviewed for guidance on plan development requirements. Communities included actions from other plans, such as Floodplain Management Plans and developed actions to implement and incorporate other plans such as Storm Water Management Plans and Wildfire Management Plans. Current projects and studies were utilized as a starting point for discussing mitigation actions among Team Members. This information was also developed into a table for review by the Planning Team for an assessment on Lubbock County's capability. Previous hazard events, occurrences, and descriptions were identified through NOAA's National Climatic Data Center (NCDC). Results of past hazard events were found through searching the NCDC and are included in Section 4 of this Plan. The preliminary results were also presented at the Risk Assessment Workshop held November 7 in order to facilitate a discussion on risk to help participants appropriately rank hazards for their jurisdiction. The Water Development Board studies were reviewed for population and other projections and included in Section 3 of the Plan. Further, these studies were used as a starting point for suggesting grant and mitigation activities based on flood - related funding availability. The State Comptroller materials were reviewed for county economic projections, which were also used to fully develop Section 3 of the Plan. Information from the Texas Forest Service was used to appropriately rank the wildfire hazard, and to help identify potential grant opportunities. The State of Texas Mitigation Plan, developed by TDEM, was discussed in the initial planning meeting in order to develop a specific group of hazards to address in the planning effort. The State Plan was also used as a guidance document, along with FEMA materials, in the development of the Plan. Many of Lubbock County's participating jurisdictions are relatively small, incorporated communities with limited staff and resources with which to implement ordinances, policies, local laws and State statutes. Incorporating mitigation planning activities to reduce long-term vulnerability can be a challenge; however, Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS goals and objectives of the mitigation strategy may be accomplished by coordinating and implementing actions with government functions and planning tools in place at all levels of government, including smaller, incorporated jurisdictions. All Planning Team members have adopted a Comprehensive Plan, local Emergency Management Plan, and Post -disaster Recovery Plan. Additionally, incorporated communities within the County have adopted building codes, and participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). As an NFIP participating jurisdiction, hydraulic and hydrologic data may be available through FIS Studies to support mitigation actions pertaining to storm water retention and improving drainage. Regulations and policies exist through these ordinances and programs, such as the NFIP, providing the basis for implementing mitigation actions and projects identified at the local level in the Hazard Mitigation plan. Each of the Lubbock County communities has adopted a Comprehensive Plan which dictates long-term public policy in terms of transportation, utilities, land use, recreation, and housing. This strategic planning tool is aligned with the community's annual budget meeting. The community's fiscal objectives are, in turn, aligned with the goal of the Hazard Mitigation Plan — to implement cost-effective mitigation actions and to minimize the costs of disaster response and recovery. A major element of fiscal responsibility, as it pertains to mitigation strategy, rests in the act of budgeting. Budgeting is the process of allocating resources and prioritizing needs of a local jurisdiction, school district, or other organization. In most cases, for a governmental entity, the budget represents the legal authority to spend money, and implied set of decisions by City administrators that matches resources with the entity's needs. As such, the budget is a product of the planning process, including mitigation planning and reducing risk from natural hazards. The annual budget review is an important tool in controlling and executing mitigation goals and objectives, and funding identified mitigation actions. Each jurisdiction, and the identified contact within each community participating in the Lubbock Plan will participate in their local budgetary process for tracking identified mitigation actions, recommending prioritization for grant funding, and updating and maintaining the mitigation strategy developed for the community. INCORPORATION OF THE HMAP INTO OTHER PLANNING MECHANISMS Team members will integrate implementation of the Plan with other planning mechanisms for Lubbock County, such as the Emergency Management Plan. Existing plans for Lubbock County jurisdictions will be reviewed in light of the Plan, and incorporated into the Hazard Mitigation plan, as appropriate. This section discusses how the Hazard Mitigation plan will be implemented by Lubbock County and the participating jurisdictions listed in the Plan. Section 2 also addresses how the plan will be evaluated and improved over time and how the public will continue to be involved in the hazard mitigation planning process. Lubbock County and each participating jurisdiction will be responsible for implementing its own mitigation action contained in Section 15. Each action has been assigned to a specific person or local government office that is responsible for implementing it. The governing bodies of each participating jurisdiction will adopt the mitigation action plan for their jurisdiction. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS A funding source has been listed for each identified action. This source may be used when the jurisdiction begins to seek funds to implement the action. An implementation time period or a specific implementation date also has been assigned to each action as an incentive for seeing the action through to completion and to gauge whether actions are implemented on a timely basis. Participating jurisdictions will integrate implementation of their mitigation action plans with other existing planning mechanisms such as capital improvement plans, long range growth plans, master storm -water and drainage plans, and regional planning efforts, as outlined in Appendix G. Jurisdictions will ensure that the actions contained in the mitigation action plan are reflected in these other planning efforts, which will be used to advance the mitigation strategies of the jurisdictions. Upon formal adoption of the Plan, hazard mitigation team members from each participating jurisdiction will review all comprehensive land use plans, capital improvement plans, Annual Budget Reviews, Emergency Operations or Management Plans, transportation plans, and any building codes to guide and control development. The hazard mitigation team members will work to integrate the hazard mitigation strategies into these other plans and codes. Each jurisdiction will conduct periodic reviews of their comprehensive and land use plans and policies, and analyze the need for any amendments in light of the approved Hazard Mitigation plan. Participating jurisdictions will ensure that capital improvement planning in the future will also contribute to the goals of this hazard mitigation plan to reduce the long- term risk to life and property from all hazards. Within one year of formal adoption of the hazard mitigation plan, existing planning mechanisms will be reviewed by each jurisdiction. Lubbock County is committed to supporting the cities, communities, and other jurisdictions in the planning area as they implement their mitigation plans. Lubbock County Planning Team members will review and revise, as necessary, the long-range goals and objectives in its strategic plan and budgets to ensure that they are consistent with the mitigation action plan. Further, Lubbock County will work with participating jurisdictions to advance the goals of this hazard mitigation plan through its routine, ongoing, long-range planning, budgeting, and work processes. Table 2-1 identifies types of planning mechanisms and examples of how the Plan will be incorporated into other planning efforts. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS Table 2-1. Examples of Methods of Incorporation Jurisdictions will consult the Plan whenever there are yearly grant funding cycles available through FEMA, including the Pre -Disaster Mitigation (PDM) cycle and when there is a Disaster Declaration for Texas triggering Hazard Grant Applications Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds. Mitigation actions for each jurisdiction will be reviewed by the planning team members and information will be updated for completing applications, such as maps and risk assessment data. If a project is not in the Plan, an amendment may be developed. Each jurisdiction that participated in the planning process will review the Plan and mitigation actions therein when conducting their annual budget review. When allocating funds for upcoming operating and construction budgets, high priority mitigation actions will be reviewed during City Annual Budget Review Council, Independent School District Board meetings, and Commissioner Court meetings. Each identified staff member/planning Team member will be responsible for bringing mitigation actions to their respecting city council/board meeting to discuss feasibility of the potential project in terms of the availability of funds, grant assistance, and preliminary cost benefit review. The Plan will be consulted during the update to each jurisdiction's local emergency and/or disaster recovery plan. Risk assessment and vulnerability data will be pulled from the Plan and reviewed in conjunction with the Emergency Planning review, renewal or re -writing of an Emergency Operations or Management Plan. This data will either be included within the new emergency planning mechanism or included as an appendix. Mitigations projects that relate to prevention and protection will also be reviewed for relevance to determine if they should be included. Before any updates to the Comprehensive/Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) are conducted, each jurisdiction will review the risk assessment and mitigation strategy sections of the Plan, as limiting public spending in Comprehensive/Capital hazardous zones in one of the most effective long-term mitigation actions Improvements available to local governments. Profile information and data regarding NFIP compliance and maintenance will be reviewed in conjunction with any CIP that is developed. If new census or land use data is available, this information will be added to the Plan Update. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS The Plan will be utilized in updating and maintaining floodplain management and fire protection plans, as the goals of both planning Floodplain Management mechanisms are similar. In updating or maintaining these plans, the Plan Plan and Fire Protection will be consulted for NFIP compliance, flood and wildfire risk and extent. Information from these sections will be reviewed for inclusion. In addition, mitigation actions that address wildfire and flood will be reviewed for inclusion by jurisdiction. TIMELINE FOR INCORPORATION OF MITIGATION ACTIONS Planning Team members have engaged in discussions regarding a timeframe for how and when to implement each mitigation action. Considerations include when the action will be started, how existing Plans' timelines affect implementation, and when the action should be fully implemented. Timeframes may be general, and there will be short, medium, and long term goals for implementation based on prioritization of each action as identified on individual mitigation action worksheets included in the Plan for each respective community. The planning team will evaluate and prioritize the most suitable mitigation actions for the community to implement. For some of the participating jurisdictions, the timeline for implementation of actions will partially be directed by their comprehensive planning process or capital improvements plan; for other jurisdictions, budgetary constraints and community needs will affect the timeline for implementation. For example, the City of Lubbock has identified multiple storm water projects to improve drainage and reduce minor flooding. These are high priority actions for implementation and will be addressed as such with respect to budgets, other existing plans, and other constraints that need to be considered. Overall, the Planning Team is in agreement that goals and actions of the hazard mitigation plan shall be aligned with the timeframe for implementation of mitigation actions with respect to annual review and updates of existing plans and policies. Lubbock County's Planning Department and Emergency Management office recognizes limitations of smaller jurisdictions within the County and provides invaluable guidance to local communities. The Planning Department guides local communities in updating and maintaining their Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance to ensure uniformity and compliance. They also work to develop outreach programs county -wide, enabling community officials to provide home builders and residents with information regarding the NFIP Program, including availability of flood insurance. The County Emergency Management office (EMO) recognizes the limited capabilities of County communities and works closely with City officials to ensure mitigation activities for reducing hazard risk are part of the local Emergency Operations Plan and county -wide Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), and that the Plans remain current and uniform. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS The Lubbock County EMO also advises local jurisdictions on programs that will reduce hazard risk. As an example, the county has invested many months researching a county -wide I -Info Alert and Communications system that is user-friendly, cost-effective, and allows local jurisdictions to broadcast weather alerts and warnings to residents, and conduct public service announcements. The system is particularly beneficial in that, once funded and installed, it allows smaller jurisdictions with limited staff the ability to reach all residents with minimum effort and cost. The I -Info Alert system is compatible with other regional alert systems in the State and is included as a county -wide mitigation action in the current HMAP underway. An overview of the capabilities of the I -Info Alert system can be found in Appendix H. The County EMO recognizes that following a major disaster in sparsely populated rural areas of West Texas, first responders who provide fire and medical services will not be able to meet the demand for these services. Factors such as number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages will prevent people from accessing the emergency services they have come to expect at a moment's notice through 911. People will have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate lifesaving and life sustaining needs. One also expects that under such circumstances, family members, fellow employees and neighbors will spontaneously try to help each other, but they will need to be adequately trained. Therefore, when Lubbock County kicked off the county -wide Hazard Mitigation project, they invited the Community Emergency Response Team from the South Plains Region (CERT -SP) to be part of the project and assist in outreach efforts to engage the public in the program. CERT first presents citizens the facts about what to expect following a major disaster in terms of immediate services. Second, they give the message about their responsibility for mitigation and preparedness. Third, they train citizens in needed lifesaving skills with emphasis on decision making skills, rescuer safety, and doing the greatest good for the greatest number. Fourth, they organize teams that will operate as an extension of first responder services, offering immediate help to victims until professional services arrive. Lubbock County will also provide guidance in developing HMGP grant applications for communities' mitigation projects included in the HMAP underway. PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT An important component of mitigation planning is public participation and stakeholder involvement. Input from individual citizens, and the community as a whole, provides the Planning Team with a greater understanding of local concerns and increases the likelihood of successfully implemented mitigation actions. If citizens and stakeholders, such as local businesses, non -profits, hospitals and schools, are involved, they are more likely to gain a greater appreciation of the hazards present in their community and take steps to reduce their impact. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Public involvement in the development of the Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Plan was sought at three separate periods of the planning process: (1) during the beginning of the planning process; (2) during the hazard identification stage of the Plan; and (3) during mitigation development, but prior to official plan approval and adoption. Public input was sought using three methods: (1) open public meetings; (2) survey instruments; and (3) making copies of draft Plan deliverables available for public review on the Lubbock County website, as well as in government offices and public libraries. Three separate public meetings were held during the development of this Plan, as described below. FIRST SERIES OF PUBLIC MEETINGS Following the Kickoff workshop for stakeholders, area businesses, and schools on August 1, 2012, a public survey was posted to the Lubbock County website to provide background on the Plan and garner input from the public. The first series of open public meetings was held on August 1 at the Lubbock County office in the City of Lubbock. This meeting was scheduled on the same day as the Planning Team kickoff Workshop. The meeting was scheduled to further seek public and stakeholder input. Topics of discussion for this first meeting included the purpose of hazard mitigation, discussion of the planning process, and types of hazards, both natural and human -caused. SECOND SERIES OF PUBLIC MEETINGS The second series of open public meetings was held on November 6 at the Lubbock County Annex in the City of Lubbock. This meeting was scheduled in the evening prior to the Risk Assessment Planning Team workshop on November 7, specifically seeking public and stakeholder input. The meeting was advertised through a variety of means, including a newspaper ad, flyers at meeting locations, notices on the Lubbock County's website, and invitations sent via e-mail to community members. THIRD SERIES OF PUBLIC MEETINGS The third series of open public meetings was held in conjunction with the Mitigation Development portion of the planning process on December 12 at the Lubbock County Annex in the City of Lubbock. This meeting was scheduled in the evening prior to the Planning Team workshop on December 13. The meeting was advertised through a variety of means, including a newspaper ad, flyers at meeting locations, notices on the Lubbock County's website, and invitations sent via e-mail to community members. Topics of discussion for this meeting focused on mitigation projects that would reduce risk to residents of the County from those hazards identified and prioritized for each jurisdiction. Members of the general public did attend each of the public meetings. Representatives from area civic organizations were present, as well as other interested citizens. The purpose of the plan and the planning process was described as a whole. Lengthy discussion regarding hazards facing the county ensued. A key topic during the public meetings was long-term drought and wildfire. Public surveys were distributed and attendees were asked to sign in so that they could be invited to future public meetings. Documentation of participation in meetings is found in Appendix F. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS PUBLIC PARTICIPATION SURVEY in addition to the open public meetings, Lubbock County was able to solicit input from citizens and stakeholders through the use of a public participation survey. This survey was designed to obtain data and information from the residents of Lubbock County. Planning Team member communities distributed surveys at public forums and posted the survey on their community website. Copies of the Participation Survey were distributed by local officials and at public meetings. A total of 77 responses to the survey were submitted, which provided valuable input in the development of the Plan. A summary of the survey findings is provided in Appendix C. STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT Stakeholders provide an essential service in hazard mitigation planning; therefore, throughout the planning process, members of state and federal agencies, community groups, local businesses, schools and hospitals were invited to workshops held throughout the planning process. Numerous local businesses were invited to participate in the Hazard Mitigation Planning Process. A list of the organizations that attended and participated may be found in Figure 2-2. Stakeholders that attended the various Planning Team and public meetings played a key role in the planning process. For example, the local Ham Radio Operators Association presented an overview on how citizens who operate ham radios as a hobby may help in post -disaster communication, response and recovery efforts in the event land lines or cell phone towers are knocked out. The Red Cross shared information on how area churches and schools may become Red Cross shelters and services that can provide post -disaster. Several neighboring counties within the SPAG region came in support of the Plan as part of the mutual aid agreements which counties and communities have in place to provide services before, during and after a disaster. Dr. Ernest Kiesling, Director of the Wind, Science Division of Texas Tech University briefed meeting participants on the value of increased code regulations for jurisdictions within the SPAG region pertaining to mitigating tornadic wind and high winds associated with thunderstorms. Stakeholders, businesses, and residents were invited to participate through a series of public notices posted in the local paper, and through the area Chamber of Commerce. A local television station, KCBD Channel 11, provided coverage on the kickoff public meeting and broadcasted a segment on the late news. Clinton Thetford, Lubbock County's Emergency Manager, also taped a public radio segment regarding the HMAP project in an effort to involve the public. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 2: PLANNING PROCESS List of Stakeholders Participating in Public Meetings Region Director, Community Emergency Response Team, South Plains (CERT -SP) Members of the Association of Ham Operators Representative, Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure (SPCC) Economic Department Chair, Wayland Baptist University Fire Chief, West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department Board Member, Chamber of Commerce Region Director, American Red Cross Staff, Texas State Guard Emergency Manager, Hockley County Emergency Management Office Asst. Fire Chief, South Plains Fire Corp. Representative, Lubbock Christian University News Reporter, KCBD Channel 11 News Station Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 COUNTY PROFILE Overview ................................. Population and Demographics Population Growth .............. Age...................................... Ethnicity .............................. Education ............................ Household Income .............. Asset Inventory ....................... Future Development ............... Economic Impacts ............... Building Permits .................. OVERVIEW ...............................................................................................................1 ............................................................................................................... 3 ............................................................................................................... 5 ............................................................................................................... 6 ............................................................................................................... 6 ............................................................................................................... 7 ............................................................................................................... 8 ............................................................................................................... 9 .............................................................................................................10 .............................................................................................................11 .............................................................................................................14 Lubbock County extends over a 901 -square -mile -area bordered by the Colorado River along the north and east and Devils and Llano Rivers along the south and includes the following jurisdictions for an aggregate population of 278,831, according to the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau: Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Slaton, Shallowater, and Wolfforth. The City of Lubbock is the county seat. Lubbock County is located in northwest Texas in the South Plains region and is bordered by Hale County to the north, Crosby County to the east, Lynn County to the south, and Hockley County to the west. Lubbock County is part of the Lubbock Metropolitan Statistical Area with Crosby County and part of the Lubbock- Levelland Combined Statistical Area along with Crosby and Hockley Counties. Lubbock County is underlain by Ogallala Aquifer, which flows through the Blackwater Draw, Blanco, and Ogallala Formations, which includes sand, silt, clay/mud, limestone, gravel, and carbonate. Cottonwoods and Hackberries can be found in the canyons, with Chinese elms, oaks, pines, cedars, and mesquite elsewhere. Also located in Lubbock County is the Lubbock Lake National Historic and State Archaeological Landmark, which is a natural history and archaeological preserve of 336 acres that has been studied over 75 years. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Figure 3-1. Map of Lubbock County Study Area ❑] CityLimits_Lubbock ❑v i Limits_Others A ftSU ❑v CountyBoundary I 0 * SchoolL7istricts NE'd11DE#L 15D SHALLOWATER ISD NEW DEAL IOALOU ISO SHALLOWATEI LLmzi) n IDALOU LUBBOCK ISOROOSEVELT ISD FRENSHI ISO LUBBOCKI�FFALO SPRINGS WOLFFO COOPER ISO CANYON SLATON ISD SLATON The map above, Figure 3-1, illustrates the extent of the study area, including the eight participating jurisdictions that form Lubbock County and eight independent schools districts. Note: Wolfforth Independent School District (ISD) did not participate in the Plan. Provided below, in Table 3-1, is a listing of the jurisdictions and stakeholders in Lubbock County that participated in the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Table 3-1. Participating Jurisdictions and Other Entities in the Study Area Lubbock County Frenship ISD Village of Buffalo Springs Idalou ISD City of Idalou Lubbock ISD City of Lubbock Lubbock -Cooper ISD Town of New Deal New Deal ISD Town of Ransom Canyon Roosevelt ISD City of Shallowater Shallowater ISD City of Slaton Slaton ISD City of Wolfforth South Plains College Texas Tech University System Lubbock County Hospital District Lubbock County Water Control District #1 South Plains Association of Governments POPULATION AND DEMOGRAPHICS Lubbock County has a population of 278,831, according to the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau. The City of Lubbock is the largest jurisdiction in Lubbock County; with a population of 229,573, it accounts for 82.3 percent of the total population. The unincorporated areas make up the second largest population, accounting for 11.6 percent of the Lubbock County population. All of the other jurisdictions are small in comparison, each accounting for less than 2.2 percent of the total population. Table 3-2. Population Distribution by Jurisdiction Village of Buffalo Springs 453 0.2% 99 35 City of Idalou 2,250 0.8% 392 163 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE City of Lubbock 229,573 82.3% 24,710 43,469 Town of New Deal 794 0.3% 100 89 Town of Ransom Canyon 1,096 0.4% 215 68 City of Shallowater 2,484 0.9% 267 406 City of Slaton 6,121 2.2% 948 1,663 City of Wolfforth 3,670 1.3% 356 355 Unincorporated Areas 32,390 11.6% 3,535 3,694 City of Buffalo Springs City of Idalou City of Lubbock City of New Deal City of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater City of Slaton City of Wolfforth Unincorporated Areas Figure 3-2. 2010 Population for Lubbock County 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 Table 3-3. Population Distribution by School District Frenship ISD 42,445 Population Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Idalou ISD 3,850 Lubbock ISD 187,067 Lubbock -Cooper ISD 22,352 Roosevelt ISD 5,511 New Deal ISD 3,548 Shallowater ISD 5,283 Slaton ISD 7,705 POPULATION GROWTH Lubbock County experienced an increase in population between 1980 and 2010 by 31.7 percent, or 67,180 people. The jurisdictions of Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, and Wolfforth all exhibited a significant increase in population between 1980 and 2010 by 24.6 percent or higher, with all continuing to have population growth between 2000 and 2010. Between 2000 and 2010, one jurisdiction experienced a population loss of 8.1 percent. During that same time period, the cities of Idalou and Slaton had population growth. Table 3-4. Population for Lubbock County, 1980 - 2010 Village of Buffalo Springs' - 453 493 453 - - -40 -8.1 0 City of Idalou 2,348 2,074 2,157 2,250 -98 -4.2% 93 4.3% City of Lubbock 174,361 186,206 199,564 229,573 55,212 31.7% 30,009 15.0% Town of New Deal 637 521 708 794 157 24.6% 86 12.1% Town of Ransom 78 134 1,011 1,096 1,018 1305.1% 85 8.4% Canyon City of Shallowater 1,932 1,708 2,086 2,484 552 28.6% 398 19.1% City of Slaton 6,804 6,078 6,109 6,121 -683 -10.0% 12 0.2% City of Wolfforth 1,701 1,941 2,554 3,670 1,969 115.8% 1,116 43.7% ' Population data was unavailable for the Village of Buffalo Springs for 1980. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Unincorporated Areas 23,790 23,521 27,946 32,390 8,600 36.1% 4,444 15.9% The median age of persons living in Lubbock County varies for the different jurisdictions ranging from 29.2 years of age to 52.7 years of age, according to the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau. The City of Shallowater has the highest percentage of persons under the age of 19, with 34.4 percent of the population. The jurisdiction with the highest percentage of persons 65 years of age and older is the Village of Buffalo Springs, with 21.8 percent of the population. Table 3-5. Age of Population for Lubbock County Village of Buffalo 52.7 12.4% 4.9% 8.4% 10.4% 18.8% 23.4% 15.2% Springs City of Idalou 39.1 30.2% 4.7% 11.0% 11.8% 14.2% 10.6% 10.5% City of Lubbock 29.2 28.7% 13.8% 15.3% 10.6% 11.6% 9.3% 5.5% Town of New Deal 35.5 33.4% 3.3% 13.0% 12.3% 15.2% 10.2% 7.7% Town of Ransom 51.2 19.8% 3.0% 6.6% 10.1% 19.2% 21.7% 12.7% Canyon City of Shallowater 35.6 34.4% 3.8% 11.2% 14.9% 14.0% 11.0% 6.1% City of Slaton 35.6 31.9% 5.7% 11.8% 10.3% 13.1% 11.7% 7.8% City of Wolfforth 33.9 33.5% 4.3% 0.4% 13.7% 15.3% 9.7% 6.0% ETHNICITY 6.2% 0.4% 5.4% 1.5% 3.7% 1.5% 3.8% 1.1% 5.8% 1.1% 3.7% 0.9% 5.1% 2.5% 2.9% 0.8% Lubbock County is ethnically diverse, varying considerably among the counties, according to the 2010 Census. The City of Slaton has the highest population of residents whose ethnicity is Hispanic alone at 50.7 percent; they also have the lowest percentage of residents with an ethnicity of white alone at 42.0 percent. The Town of Ransom Canyon's population is mainly of white alone ethnicity at 90.4 percent. The City of Lubbock has the largest population of African American alone ethnicity in Lubbock County with 8.2 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE percent. A relatively small percentage of American Indians, Asians, and Native Hawaiians reside in Lubbock County. Table 3-6. Ethnicity for Lubbock County Village of Buffalo 10.4% 89.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.2% Springs City of Idalou 46.4% 51.7% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% City of Lubbock 32.1% 55.7% 8.2% 0.4% 2.4% 0.1% 0.1% 1.1% Town of New Deal 36.8% 60.8% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.1% 1.4% Town of Ransom 7.1% 90.4% 0.9% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.2% 0.5% Canyon City of Shallowater 20.8% 77.7% 0.5% 0.2% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% City of Slaton 50.7% 42.0% 5.7% 0.2% 0.2% 0.0% 0.1% 1.1% City of Wolfforth 26.3% 69.0% 2.5% 0.3% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% LUBBOCK COUNTY 31.9% 1 57.3% EDUCATION The level of education varies among the different jurisdictions, according to the U.S. Census Bureau 2007- 2011 American Community Survey 5 -year estimates. The Town of Ransom Canyon has the highest population of people with a graduate or professional degree, at 19 percent. In Lubbock County, the highest percentage of population with a bachelor's degree resides in the City of Shallowater, with 23.6 percent of their population. Table 3-7 depicts the level of education data for Lubbock County. Table 3-7. Level of Education for Lubbock County Village of Buffalo 0 0 0 0 0 4.1/ 12.5/ 1.7/ 29.5/ 41.0/ 11.2/ Springs City of Idalou 4.8% 15.3% 6.6% 25.6% 29.3% 7.0% City of Lubbock 10.3% 19.1% 5.9% 24.4% 24.6% 8.7% Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Town of New Deal Town of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater City of Slaton City of Wolfforth HOUSEHOLD INCOME 5.6% 2.9% 9.4% 22.3% 39.7% 14.0% 19.0% 21.8% 5.6% 31.5% 19.9% 1.9% 10.5% 23.6% 3.3% 23.2% 27.2% 10.7% 2.7% 7.6% 1.0% 21.2% 32.1% 19.8% 9.9% 20.7% 6.5% 22.1% 27.3% 9.7% The data for household income is reported from the 2007-2011 5 -year estimates of the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. The median household income for the State of Texas is $50,920, while the median household income for the United States is $52,762. The jurisdiction with the highest median household income in Lubbock County is the Town of Ransom Canyon, which is $101,458. There are two other cities whose median household income is higher than the state's: Shallowater and Wolfforth. Statistics indicate that 17 percent of all individuals residing in the State of Texas are living in poverty. Two cities in Lubbock County have a higher percentage of residents living in poverty: Slaton and Lubbock. Table 3-8. Household Income for Lubbock County Village of Buffalo $41,406 0 5.0% o 0.0/ o 6.1/0 0 14.4/0 0 15.5/0 0 19.3/ 0 9.9/0 0 16.0/ 0 6.1/ 0 7.7/ 0 10.3/ Springs City of Idalou $49,662 2.3% 0.4% 8.0% 17.2% 21.6% 19.3% 8.8% 15.5% 2.1% 4.9% 6.2% City of Lubbock $42,925 2.8% 2.7% 9.0% 10.6% 17.7% 15.3% 11.1% 13.4% 6.6% 10.8% 20.3% Town of New Deal $45,625 0.0% 1.2% 12.9% 2.9% 28.2% 11.2% 15.4% 10.0% 10.4% 7.9% 14.4% Town of Ransom $101,458 o 11.9/0 0 14.1/ 0 24.7/0 0 17.5/0 0 14.3/0 0 5.4/ 0 8.2/0 0 2.4/ 0 0.8/0 0 0.6/ 0 5.5/0 Canyon City of Shallowater $51,316 2.4% 7.5% 15.9% 7.9% 18.8% 11.5% 9.9% 17.5% 6.3% 2.4% 16.5% City of Slaton $31,596 0.0% 1.8% 4.3% 6.2% 10.8% 19.2% 19.1% 15.4% 10.6% 12.5% 27.6% City of Wolfforth $55,804 2.1% 4.0% 19.3% 17.4% 13.3% 17.0% 6.3% 10.9% 6.7% 2.9% 10.0% Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE ASSET INVENTORY Provided in Table 3-9 is the total estimated dollar exposure by key occupancy. Derived from HAZUS-MH MR4, the demographic and building stock data form the basis of large portions of this risk assessment. HAZUS-MH MR4 estimates there are around 90,614 parcels with structures in the study area, with an aggregate value of $12.4 billion for Lubbock County. Table 3-9. Estimated Structures by Jurisdiction Village of Buffalo Springs 315 $32,328,356 City of Idalou 862 $75,586,756 City of Lubbock 73,503 $10,691,807,774 Town of New Deal 227 $12,434,598 Town of Ransom Canyon 490 $97,376,494 City of Shallowater 868 $89,203,650 City of Slaton 2,365 $126,077,975 City of Wolfforth 1,426 $165,534,327 Unincorporated Areas 10,558 $1,155,824,547 Table 3-10. Estimated Structures by School District Frenship ISD 13,708 $2,187,097,608 Idalou ISD 1,387 $124,205,576 Lubbock ISD 58,704 $7,985,335,182 Lubbock -Cooper ISD 8,556 $1,513,828,188 New Deal ISD 1,170 $95,912,433 Roosevelt ISD 1,793 $140,649,566 Shallowater ISD 1,750 $152,174,407 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Slaton ISD 3,104 $217,232,587 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT Lubbock County provides assistance to the residents residing within the eight jurisdictions and unincorporated areas in the County with opening a business, filing incorporation papers, and locating programs for economic development in order to help with future development and economic growth. Some of the cities within Lubbock County also have programs to help with economic development such as the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, which had a total economic impact of $120.4 million in 2011-20122 and Slaton Economic Development. To better understand how future growth and developments in the County might affect hazard vulnerability, it is useful to consider population growth, occupied and vacant land, the potential for future development in hazard areas, and current planning and growth management efforts. This section includes an analysis of the projected population change, the number of permits that have been issued throughout the county, and economic impacts. Population projections from 2010 to 2040 are listed in Table 3-11 and illustrated in Figure 3-3, as provided by the Office of the State Demographer, Texas State Data Center, and Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research. Population projects were based on a 0.5 scenario growth rate, which is 50 percent of the population growth rate that occurred during 2000-2010. Table 3-11. Lubbock County Population Projections Lubbock 901 278,831 309.5 307,066 340.8 337,364 374.4 366,131 406.4 2 www.Iubbocklegends.org/2012YIR.pdf Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE 400,000 350,000 300,000 250,000 200,000 150,000 100,000 50,000 0 ECONOMIC IMPACTS Figure 3-3. Lubbock County Population Projections The economy is vital to all infrastructures. Located in the City of Lubbock is the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, which is devoted in helping with economic development by providing technical assistance in the departments of Business Recruitment, Business Retention, Workforce Development, Marketing, and Foreign Trade Zones. Their mission is to, "promote economic growth by creating high- quality jobs, investing in new capital improvements and improving Lubbock's quality of life." They offer a wide range of services including gathering and analyzing market and demographic information; assisting with locating a suitable site or building; connecting clients with officials, business leader, brokers and vendors; and coordinating press releases and events for grand openings. Lubbock County offers many reasons to locate and grow your business there, including the highly skilled and educated workforce, the diverse economy including manufacturing, agriculture, and wholesale and retail trade services, and the affordability of living costs. Also Lubbock County is home to four colleges and universities, and was ranked No. 12 of the best places to start a small business by CNN Money3. Education and healthcare are the largest industries in Lubbock County, bringing in a significant amount of revenue for the area. The Texas Tech University System has a major impact on the economy for Lubbock County; in 2008, it generated a total economic impact of $1.15 billion for the County and in 20124, it 3 LubbockonIine.com/stories/103109/edi_510988833.shtm1 4 www.texastech.edu/stories/13-2-texas-tech-system-economic-impact-in-2012.php Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE provided around 17,000 jobs with employees focused in advanced higher education, health care, research, and outreach. The annual household earnings impact from Texas Tech University System was nearly $604 millions. In Lubbock County, the majority of the land is comprised of farm and ranch land, which is primarily used for upland cotton. In the county, the primary harvested acres are used for upland cotton, with wheat and beans being the secondary crops. There is a total of 240,871 harvested acres of upland cotton, 6,970 harvested acres of all wheat for grain, and 1,091 harvested acres of soybeans for beans. Additionally, a critical portion of the economy lies within the major industries in Lubbock County. With many being in the City of Lubbock, the major employers are Texas Tech University System, Covenant Health System, Lubbock Independent School District, University Medical Center, United Supermarkets, City of Lubbock, AT&T, Convergys, and Lubbock County. For a broader perspective on occupation and development in Lubbock County, Figure 3-4 displays the percentage of occupation by industry for each of the jurisdictions in the county. 5 www.depts.ttu.edu/provost/acadaaffairs/docs/Reports/EIS-brochure-2.pdf Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Figure 3-4. Occupation by Industry Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, & Hunting, and Mining Constructior Manufacturing Wholesale Trad( Retail Trad( Transportation & Warehousing, and Utilities Information Finance & Insurance, and Real Estate, Rental, 8 Leasing Professional, Scientific, & Management, and Administrative & Waste Management Service! Educational Services, and Healthcare & Socia Assistance Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, ani Accommodation & Food Services Other Service! Public Administratior 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SECTION 3: COUNTY PROFILE Also of importance to note is the transportation capability for Lubbock County. There is one major interstate, Interstate 27, which runs straight down the county. The other major roadways are US 62/82, US 84, US 87, and State Hwy 114, with 25 trucking companies that have helped develop this county as a distribution hub. Railways Burlington -Northern and Santa Fe are located in and service the County. Lubbock County has one international airport. BUILDING PERMITS Building permits indicate what types of buildings are being constructed and their relative uses. Table 3- 12 lists the number of residential building permits for Lubbock County that have been granted between 1990 and 2011. The data includes all sizes of family homes for reported permits, as well as the construction costs to show the potential increase in vulnerability of structures to the various hazards assessed in this risk assessment. The increase in vulnerability can be attributed to the higher construction costs that would be factored into repairing or replacing a structure using current market values. Permits are reported annually in September and the data includes that for the years of 2010 and 2011, if available, to demonstrate growth. Table 3-12. County Residential Building Permits' 1990 405 453 $38,997,640 1995 624 747 $68,970,837 2000 738 799 $83,039,343 2005 1,465 1,781 $237,340,095 2010 914 1,451 $219,522,920 2011 697 1,423 $163,335,751 6 http://censtats.census.gov/cgi-bin/bldgprmt/bldgdisp.pl Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 RISK OVERVIEW HazardIdentification.....................................................................................................................................1 Overview of Hazard Analysis.........................................................................................................................3 BuildingValues..............................................................................................................................................4 PotentialDollar Losses..................................................................................................................................6 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION This section begins the risk assessment, which also includes hazard profiles and vulnerability assessments found in Sections 5 through 13. The purpose of this section is to provide background information for the hazard identification process, as well as descriptions for the natural and technological hazards identified. Upon a review of the full range of natural hazards suggested under FEMA planning guidance, Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions identified nine natural hazards that are to be addressed in the Plan. These hazards were identified through an extensive process utilizing input from planning team members, and a review of the current State of Texas Hazard Mitigation Plan ("State Plan"). Readily available online information from reputable sources such as federal and state agencies was also evaluated to supplement information as needed. Based on this review, eight natural hazards and one quasi -technological hazard (dam failure) were identified as significant, as shown in Table 4-1. Atmospheric hazards are events or incidents associated with weather generated phenomenon. Atmospheric hazards identified as significant from Table 4-1 include: extreme heat, thunderstorm, tornado, hail, and winter storm. Hydrologic hazards are events or incidents associated with water related damage and account for over 75 percent of Federal disaster declarations in the United States. Hydrologic hazards identified as significant include flood and drought. For the purposes of the risk assessment, the hazard wildfire is considered "other," since it is neither atmospheric nor hydrologic. The term, "technological hazards," refers to the origins of incidents that can arise from human activities, such as the construction and maintenance of dams. Incidents are distinct from natural hazards, primarily in that they originate from human activity. While the risks presented by natural hazards may be increased or decreased as a result of human activity, they are not inherently human -induced; therefore, dam failure is classified as a quasi -technological hazard, referred to as "technological," in Table 4-1, for purposes of description. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 4: RISK OVERVIEW Table 4-1. Hazard Descriptions Extreme heat is the condition whereby temperatures hover ten Extreme Heat degrees or more above the average high temperature in a region for an extended period. Hailstorms are a potentially damaging outgrowth of severe thunderstorms. Early in the developmental stages of a hailstorm, Hail ice crystals form within a low-pressure front due to the rapid rising of warm air into the upper atmosphere and subsequent cooling of the air mass. A severe thunderstorm contains large damaging hail of 1 inch Thunderstorm (2.7 cm) diameter or larger, and/or damaging winds greater than 58 mph (95 km/h or 50 knots). Isolated tornadoes, while possible, are not expected to be the dominant severe weather event. A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that has contact with the ground and is often visible as a funnel cloud. Its vortex rotates Tornado cyclonically with wind speeds ranging from as low as 40 mph to as high as 300 mph. The destruction caused by tornadoes ranges from light to catastrophic depending on the intensity, size and duration of the storm. Severe winter storms may include snow, sleet, freezing rain, or a mix of these wintry forms of precipitation. Blizzards, the most dangerous of all winter storms, combine low temperatures, heavy snowfall, and winds of at least 35 miles per hour, reducing visibility Winter Storm to only a few yards. Ice storms occur when moisture falls and freezes immediately upon impact on trees, power lines, communication towers, structures, roads and other hard surfaces. Winter storms and ice storms can down trees, cause widespread power outages, damage property, and cause injuries and human fatalities. A drought is a prolonged period of less than normal precipitation, Drought such that the lack of water causes a serious hydrologic imbalance. Common effects of drought include crop failure, water supply shortages, and fish and wildlife mortality. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 4: RISK OVERVIEW A flood is the accumulation of water within a body of water, which results in the overflow of excess water onto adjacent lands, usually Flood floodplains. The floodplain is the land adjoining the channel of a river, stream, ocean, lake or other watercourse or water body that is susceptible to flooding. Most floods fall into the following three categories: riverine flooding, coastal flooding, or shallow flooding. A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire burning in an area of vegetative fuels such as grasslands, brush, or woodlands. Heavier fuels with high continuity, steep slopes, high temperatures, low humidity, Wildfire low rainfall, and high winds all work to increase the risk for people and property located within wildfire hazard areas or along the urban/wildland interface. While wildfires are part of the natural management of forest ecosystems, most are caused by human factors. f Inv 7ro Dam failure is the collapse, breach, or other failure of a dam structure resulting in downstream flooding. In the event of a dam Dam Failure failure, the energy of the water stored behind even a small dam is capable of causing loss of life and severe property damage if development exists downstream of the dam. OVERVIEW OF HAZARD ANALYSIS This risk assessment was conducted using two distinct methodologies: HAZUS-MH (FEMA's loss estimation software) and a statistical approach. Each approach provides estimates of potential impact by using a common, systematic framework for evaluation. The HAZUS-MH risk assessment methodology is parametric, in that distinct hazard and inventory parameters (e.g., wind speed and building types) were modeled using the HAZUS-MH software to determine the impact (e.g., damages and losses) on the built environment. The HAZUS-MH software was used to estimate losses from the flood hazard. HAZUS-MH is FEMA's standardized loss estimation software program built upon an integrated geographic information system (GIS) platform. This risk assessment applies HAZUS-MH produce regional profiles and estimate losses for the flood hazard only. Records retrieved from National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) and Sheldus are reported for the named participating cities. Remaining records occurring in a named area in a county were considered in the total for county events and maximum recorded magnitude of event. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 4: RISK OVERVIEW The risk assessment includes four general parameters that are described for each hazard; frequency of return, approximate annualized losses, a description of general vulnerability, and a statement of the hazard's impact. Frequency of return was calculated by dividing the number of events in the recorded time period for each hazard by the overall time period that the resource database was recording events. Frequency of return statements are defined in Table 4-2. Table 4-2. Frequency of Return Statements Highly Likely Event is probable in the next year. Likely Event is probable in the next 3 years. Occasional Event is probable in the next 5 years. Unlikely Event is probable in the next 10 years. Each of the hazard profiles includes a description of a general vulnerability assessment. Vulnerability is the total of assets that are subject to damages from a hazard (based on historic recorded damages). Assets in the region were inventoried and defined in hazard zones where appropriate. The total amount of damages (including property and crop damages) for each hazard is divided by the total number of assets (building value totals) in that community in order to find out the percentage of damage that each hazard can cause to the community. Once loss estimates and vulnerability were known, an impact statement was applied to relate the potential impact of the hazard on the assets within the area of impact. BUILDING VALUES Table 4-3 presents the asset distribution for the Lubbock County Region. Data was gathered from the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau for population. Building numbers and values were collected from HAZUS. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 4: RISK OVERVIEW Table 4-3. Asset Distribution' Village of Buffalo Springs 453 315 $32,328,356 City of Idalou 2,250 862 $75,586,756 City of Lubbock 229,573 73,503 $10,691,807,774 Town of New Deal 794 227 $12,434,598 Town of Ransom Canyon 1,096 490 $97,376,494 City of Shallowater 2,484 868 $89,203,650 City of Slaton 6,121 2,365 $126,077,975 City of Wolfforth 3,670 1,426 $165,534,327 Frenship ISD 42,445 13,708 $2,187,097,608 Idalou ISD 3,850 1,387 $124,205,576 Lubbock ISD 187,067 58,704 $7,985,335,182 Lubbock -Cooper ISD 22,352 8,556 $1,513,828,188 New Deal ISD 3,548 1,170 $95,912,433 Roosevelt ISD 5,511 1,793 $140,649,566 Shallowater ISD 5,283 1,750 $152,174,407 Slaton ISD 7,705 3,104 $217,232,587 South Plains College N/A 10 $27,353,410 Texas Tech University System N/A 190 $2,407,579,783 Lubbock County Hospital District/ N/A 3 $293,188,850 UMC University Medical Center Lubbock County Water Control/ N/A 82 $2,143,750 Improvement District #1 South Plains Association of N/A 2 $1,826,200 Governments 1 Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2010), [Building Numbers & Values]: using RS Means construction valuations from 2006 to estimate the Building Values by Census geography. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 4: RISK OVERVIEW POTENTIAL DOLLAR LOSSES Using the statistical risk assessment methodology, loss estimates were obtained by hazard at the county level. Methodology of estimations was described, and is presented in summary, in Table 4-4 below. Table 4-4. Summary of Annualized Loss (AL) Estimates for Lubbock County and Jurisdictions N/A $41.7M $2.8M $4.9M $2,600 $407,000 $25.5M $214,000 N/A Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM Hazard Description................................................... Location.................................................................... Extent....................................................................... Historical Occurrences ............................................. Significant Past Events ......................................... Probability of Future Events .................................... Vulnerability and Impact .......................................... 1 1 1 3 7 8 8 HAZARD DESCRIPTION Thunderstorms are created when heat and moisture near the Earth's surface are transported to the upper levels of the atmosphere. By-products of this process are the clouds, precipitation, and wind that become the thunderstorm, and sub -hazards of thunderstorms are hail, lightning and tornadoes. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a thunderstorm occurs when thunder accompanies rainfall. Radar observers use the intensity of radar echoes to distinguish between rain showers and thunderstorms. Along with rolling thunder, lightning detection networks routinely track cloud -to -ground flashes to help track thunderstorms. LOCATION Thunderstorms can develop in any geographic location, and are considered a common occurrence in Texas. A thunderstorm could occur at any location within Lubbock County's planning area, including the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, and the Lubbock County Hospital District, the Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG, as these storms develop randomly and are not confined to any geographic area within the County. It is assumed that Lubbock County is uniformly exposed to the threat of thunderstorms. EXTENT The extent or magnitude of a thunderstorm event is measured by the Beaufort Wind Scale. Table 5-1 describes the different intensities of wind in terms of speed and effects, ranging from calm to violent and destructive. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM Table 5-1. Beaufort Wind Scale' Less than 1 Calm Calm, smoke rises vertically © 1-3 Light Air Smoke drift indicates wind direction, still wind vanes © 4-7 Light Breeze Wind felt on face, leaves rustle, vanes begin to move On average, the planning area experiences four to five thunderstorms every year, which are not usually accompanied by maximum or extreme wind speeds. However, Lubbock County has experienced a significant wind event, or an event with winds in the range of "Force 12" on the Beaufort Wind Scale, although the average measurement of severe winds with a thunderstorm in Lubbock County is a "Force 8,"with winds at 39-46 knots. Therefore, planning participants, on average, could experience a 1 Source: World Meteorological Organization Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 Leaves and small twigs constantly moving, light flags © 8-12 Gentle Breeze extended Moderate Dust, leaves and loose paper lifted, small tree branches 13-18 Breeze move © 19-24 Fresh Breeze Small trees in leaf begin to sway 25-31 Strong Breeze Larger tree branches moving, whistling in wires Whole trees moving, resistance felt walking against 32-38 Near Gale wind Whole trees in motion, resistance felt walking against © 39-46 Gale wind 47-54 Strong Gale Slight structural damage occurs, slate blows off roofs Seldom experienced on land, trees broken or uprooted, 55-63 Storm "considerable structural damage" ® 64-72 Violent Storm If experienced on land, widespread damage ® 73+ Hurricane Violence and destruction On average, the planning area experiences four to five thunderstorms every year, which are not usually accompanied by maximum or extreme wind speeds. However, Lubbock County has experienced a significant wind event, or an event with winds in the range of "Force 12" on the Beaufort Wind Scale, although the average measurement of severe winds with a thunderstorm in Lubbock County is a "Force 8,"with winds at 39-46 knots. Therefore, planning participants, on average, could experience a 1 Source: World Meteorological Organization Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM range of wind speeds where whole trees are in motion and resistance is felt walking and driving against the wind. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Since January 1950, 293 severe thunderstorm events are known to have impacted Lubbock County, based upon NCDC and SHELDUS records. Tables 5-2, 5-3, and 5-4 present historical occurrences of thunderstorm events reported to NCDC for the Lubbock County study area. It is important to note that high wind events associated with other hazards, such as tornadoes, are not accounted for in this section. The NCDC is a national data source organized under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The NCDC is the largest archive available for climate data; however, it is important to note that only thunderstorm events that have been reported have been factored into this risk assessment, and in most cases NCDC data is limited to severe thunderstorm events that are noteworthy for specific reason (high winds, deaths, injuries, property or crop damages, lightning strikes), so it is likely that a high number of thunderstorms have gone unreported over the past 62 years. In the tables that follow throughout this section, some occurrences seem to appear multiple times in one table, this is due to reports from various locations throughout the County. In addition, property damage estimates are not always available. When this occurs, estimates are provided. Where an estimate has been provided in a table for losses, the dollar amounts have been altered to indicate the damage in 2012 dollars. Historical severe thunderstorm data for the following are provided within a city-wide basis per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases: Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is included in Buffalo Springs; Idalou ISD in Idalou; Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG in Lubbock; New Deal ISD in New Deal; Shallowater ISD in Shallowater; Slaton ISD in Slaton; and Frenship ISD in Wolfforth. Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College historical data are provided within the county -wide data. Table 5-2. Historical Thunderstorm Wind Events, 1950-2012 68 0-30 0 31-40 25 41-50 135 51-60 35 61-70 11 71-80 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM 3 81-90 1 91-100 15 Unknown Table 5-3. Historical Thunderstorm Events, 1950-20122 SLIDE 5/9/1996 19:50 0 0 $500 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 5/14/1996 17:00 0 0 $35,000 $0 AR LUBBOCK 6/13/1996 16:15 0 0 $100,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 4/10/1997 20:29 55 knots 0 0 $400,000 $0 ARPT LUBBOCK 8/18/1997 17:07 0 0 $100 $0 LUBBOCK 4/28/2000 23:30 0 0 $4,000 $0 REESE AFB 6/11/2000 14:45 68 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 LUBBO LUBBOCK 6/11/2000 15:00 0 0 $2,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/11/2000 15:12 0 0 $1,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/11/2000 15:15 0 0 $2,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 6/11/2000 15:15 0 0 $1,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/11/2000 15:20 0 0 $5,000 $0 LUBBOCK 3/23/2001 21:00 0 0 $5,000 $0 REESE AFB 5/30/2001 21:05 0 0 $200,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:07 0 0 $20,000 $0 REESE AFB 5/30/2001 21:07 0 0 $100,000 $0 $5,000,0 WOLFFORTH 5/30/2001 21:10 0 0 $5,000,000 00 z Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WOLFFORTH 5/30/2001 21:11 0 0 $120,000 $0 SLIDE 5/30/2001 21:20 0 1 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/24/2001 19:10 0 0 $3,000 $0 REESE AFB 6/4/2002 18:58 62 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/4/2002 19:15 0 0 $15,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/4/2002 19:20 0 0 $10,000 $0 REESE AFB 6/4/2002 19:48 0 0 $15,000 $0 REESE VLG 4/28/2003 16:07 52 knots 0 0 $4,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/26/2003 4:40 56 knots 0 0 $5,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/8/2004 21:55 72 knots 0 0 $15,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 5/3/2006 18:16 55 knots 0 0 $5,000 $0 ARPT LUBBOCK 5/20/2006 15:28 54 knots 0 0 $100,000 $0 IDALOU 5/20/2006 17:20 65 knots 0 0 $275,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/21/2006 18:00 57 knots 0 0 $25,000 $0 IDALOU 6/22/2006 14:40 61 knots 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 3/25/2007 11:50 61 knots 0 0 $10,000 $0 REESE AFB 9/26/2007 16:30 55 knots 0 0 $75,000 $0 LUBBO WOLFFORTH 5/21/2008 18:55 56 knots 0 0 $100,000 $0 REESE VLG 5/21/2008 20:25 51 knots 0 2 $250,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/27/2008 16:30 52 knots 0 0 $5,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/19/2008 19:31 56 knots 0 0 $25,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 8/14/2008 20:09 53 knots 0 0 $20,000 $0 AR LUBBOCK 5/12/2009 18:35 48 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 NEW DEAL 5/26/2009 19:30 54 knots 0 0 $5,000 $0 REESE AFB 6/4/2009 20:30 82 knots 0 0 $25,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 6/14/2009 18:21 57 knots 0 0 $325,000 $0 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM SLATON 3/8/2010 7:50 65 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 6/20/2010 17:15 55 knots 0 0 $20,000 $0 LUBBOCK 9/2/2010 16:40 61 knots 0 0 $100,000 $0 LUBBOCK 9/2/2010 18:48 52 knots 0 0 $20,000 $0 LUBBOCK 10/21/2010 17:15 52 knots 0 0 $1,000 $0 REESE AFB 8/11/2011 20:00 52 knots 0 0 $50,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 4/29/2012 19:50 83 knots 0 0 $5,000,000 $0 IDALOU 6/14/2012 19:25 56 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 6/14/2012 20:15 70 knots 0 0 $200,000 $0 AR DOUD 8/24/2012 22:00 61 knots 0 0 $350,000 $0 DOUD 9/26/2012 16:50 65 knots 0 0 $50,000 $0 SLATON 9/26/2012 17:35 61 knots 0 1 $0 $0 LUBBOCK 12/14/2012 16:05 52 knots 0 0 $500 $0 LUBBOCK 12/14/2012 16:06 61 knots 0 0 $2,000 $0 SLIDE 12/14/2012 16:06 61 knots 0 0 $2,500 $0 SHALLOWATER 12/14/2012 16:11 61 knots 0 0 $3,000 $0 Table 5-4. Summary of Historical Thunderstorm Events, 1950-2012 Village of Buffalo 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Springs City of Idalou 6 65 knots 0 0 $327,000 $0 City of Lubbock 107 91 knots 0 2 $1,815,600 $0 Town of New Deal 2 54 knots 0 0 $5,000 $0 Town of Ransom 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Canyon Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM City of Shallowater 11 65 knots 0 0 $48,000 $0 City of Slaton 12 65 knots 0 1 $2,000 $0 City of Wolfforth 16 83 knots 0 0 $10,566,000 $5,000,000 SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS September 26, 2007 — City of Lubbock Thunderstorm winds downed several trees, power lines and poles, and numerous large tree limbs across the northwestern portion of the City of Lubbock. A utility pole fell onto a car on the northern stretch of Loop 289, windows were blown out of a business building, and more than 3,500 homes and businesses were without electrical service for approximately three hours. Despite the damages, no injuries were reported. May 21, 2008 — Lubbock County Showers and thunderstorms developed within a very dry air mass over the western and central south plains of West Texas during the evening of May 21. Although almost no measurable rainfall occurred with the convection, evaporative cooling beneath virga resulted in prolific dry downburst activity. Severe winds in the Lubbock vicinity resulted in structural and tree damage over southern portions of the city. Blinding, blowing dust accompanied the winds, but remained localized. Apparent downburst activity contributed to a crash landing of an U.S. Air Force jet near Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport. Two pilots on board the aircraft were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. June 14, 2009 — Lubbock County Damaging winds raced out ahead of a complex of severe thunderstorms and overspread the Lubbock vicinity. Winds, estimated near 60 mph, reportedly downed fences in a residential area northeast of Wolfforth, and the Automated Surface Observing System at Lubbock's Preston Smith International Airport recorded a peak gust of 66 mph. Across the city, at least twenty-six utility lines were downed by the winds and tree damage was reportedly widespread. One tree was blown onto a home and caused minor structural damage. Roofs were partially blown off of three homes, and at least two travel trailers and two center pivot irrigation systems were destroyed. Despite the damages, no injuries were reported. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM August 11, 2011– City of Lubbock A slow moving storm hit portions of the City of Lubbock with one to four inches of rainfall over a period of about one hour. Several thousand cloud -to -ground lightning strikes also affected the City. Numerous structure fires were reported around the City, including one that completely destroyed an apartment complex. April 29, 2012 – City of Wolfforth In the Wolfforth area, there were destructive wind gusts as high as 95 mph, as measured by a West Texas Mesonet site, located at 6SSW Wolfforth. Trees were uprooted, and nearby roofs from a house and mobile homes were blown off. The total economic losses were estimated at $25 million. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Most thunderstorms occur during the spring, in the months of March, April and May, and in the fall, during the month of September. Even though the intensity of thunderstorms is not always damaging for the County, the frequency of occurrence for a thunderstorm event is highly likely, meaning that an event is probable within the next year for all jurisdictions within Lubbock County and Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Vulnerability is difficult to evaluate since thunderstorms can occur at different strength levels in random locations, and can create relatively narrow paths of destruction. Due to the randomness of this event, all existing and future structures, and facilities at the independent school districts, college and university campuses, hospital districts, water district, and in Lubbock County and the participating jurisdiction could potentially be impacted and remain vulnerable to possible injury and/or property loss from lightning, hail and strong winds associated with severe thunderstorm. Trees, power lines and poles, signage, manufactured housing, radio towers, lighting, concrete block walls, storage barns, windows, garbage recepticles, brick facades, and vehicles, unless reinforced, are vulnerable to severe winds associated with thunderstorm events. More severe damage involves windborne debris— in some instances, patio furniture, lawn items, and debris from damaged structures are blown around by high winds, causing damage to other buildings not directly impacted by the event. In numerous instances, roofs have been reported as having been torn off of buildings. A severe thunderstorm can also result in heavy rains, traffic disruptions, injuries and in rare cases, fatalities. The impact of thunderstorms experienced in the entire Lubbock County planning area has resulted in four injuries and no fatalities. Generally, the severity of impact for Lubbock County, all participating jurisdictions, Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION S: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1, and SPAG would be limited because injuries are treatable with first aid, the quality of life lost would be minor, and facilities would only be shut down for 24 hours or less. Overall, the average loss estimate (in 2012 dollars) is $25.2 million, having an approximate annual loss estimate of $407,000 (Table 5-5), which would be considered negligible annual damages. Table 5-5. Potential Annualized Losses for Lubbock County' Village of Buffalo Springs $0 $0 City of Idalou $327,000 $5,274 City of Lubbock $1,815,600 $29,284 Town of New Deal $5,000 $81 Town of Ransom Canyon $0 $0 City of Shallowater $48,000 $775 City of Slaton $2,000 $32 City of Wolfforth $15,566,000 $251,065 3 Source: NCDC, values are in 2012 dollars and include property and crop damages Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 TORNADO HazardDescription........................................................................................................................................1 Location......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Extent............................................................................................................................................................ 3 Historical Occurrences.................................................................................................................................. 6 SignificantPast Events..............................................................................................................................8 Probabilityof Future Events.......................................................................................................................12 Vulnerabilityand Impact.............................................................................................................................12 HAZARD DESCRIPTION Tornadoes are among the most violent storms on the planet. A tornado is a violently rotating column of air extending between, and in contact with, a cloud and the surface of the earth. The most violent tornadoes are capable of tremendous destruction, with wind speeds of 250 miles per hour or more. In extreme cases, winds may approach 300 miles per hour. Damage paths can be in excess of one mile wide and 50 miles long. The most powerful tornadoes are produced by "super cell thunderstorms," which are created when horizontal wind shears (winds moving in different directions at different altitudes) begin to rotate the storm. This horizontal rotation can be tilted vertically by violent updrafts, and the rotation radius can shrink, forming a vertical column of extremely fast swirling air. This rotating air can eventually reach the ground, forming a tornado. Tornadic storms can occur at any time of year and at any time of day, but they are typically more common in the spring months during the late afternoon and evening hours. A typically smaller, high frequency period can emerge in the fall during the brief transition between the warm and cold seasons. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 6: TORNADO 69% of all tornadoes Less than 5% of tornado deaths Lifetime 1-10+ minutes Winds less than 110 mph LOCATION Table 6-1. Tornado Variations 29% of all tornadoes Nearly 30% of all tornado deaths May last 20 minutes or longer Winds 110 — 205 mph 2% of all tornadoes 70% of all tornado deaths Lifetime can exceed one hour Winds greater than 205 mph As with thunderstorms, tornadoes do not have any specific geographic boundary and can occur throughout the County uniformly. It is assumed that the county planning area and the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG, are uniformly exposed to tornado activity. Lubbock County is located in Wind Zone II, meaning tornado winds can be as high as 200 mph. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 6: TORNADO Figure 6-1. FEMA Wind Zones in the United States' EXTENT The destruction caused by tornadoes ranges from light to inconceivable depending on the intensity, size and duration of the storm. Typically, tornadoes cause the greatest damage to structures of light construction, such as residential homes (particularly mobile homes). Additionally, it should be noted that tornado magnitudes prior to 2005 were determined using the traditional version of the Fujita Scale (Table 6-2). 1 Lubbock County is indicated by the star. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 6: TORNADO Table 6-2. The Fujita Tornado Scale Some damage to chimneys; breaks p Gale Tornado 40-72 branches off trees; pushes over shallow- None Estimated rooted trees; damages sign boards. The lower limit is the beginning of hurricane wind speed; peels surface off Moderate roofs; mobile homes pushed off Tornado 73 —112 foundations or overturned; moving autos 0%-20% pushed off roads; attached garages may be destroyed. Considerable damage. Roofs torn off Significant 113— frame houses; mobile homes demolished; o 0 Tornado 157 boxcars pushed over; large trees snapped 50/ —100/ or uprooted; light object missiles generated. Severe 158— Roofs and some walls torn off well - Tornado 206 constructed houses; trains overturned; 100% most trees in forest uprooted. Well -constructed homes leveled; Devastating 207— structures with weak foundations blown 100% Tornado 260 off some distance; cars thrown and large missiles generated. Strong frame houses lifted off foundations and carried considerable distances to Incredible 261— disintegrate; automobile sized missiles 100% Tornado 318 flying through the air in excess of 330 yards; trees debarked; steel reinforced It[, concrete badly damaged. Since February 2007, the Fujita Scale (above) has been replaced by the Enhanced Fujita Scale (Table 6-3 below), which retains the same basic design as its predecessor with six strength categories. The newer scale reflects more refined assessments of tornado damage surveys, standardization, and damage consideration to a wider range of structures. z Source: http://www.tornadoproject.com/fscale/fscale.htm Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 6: TORNADO Table 6-3. Enhanced Fujita Scale for Tornadoes The lower limit is the beginning of hurricane wind speed; peels surface off roofs; mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned; moving autos pushed off roads; attached garages may be Considerable damage; roofs torn off frame houses; mobile homes demolished; boxcars pushed over; large trees snapped or uprooted; light object missiles generated. houses; trains overturned; most trees in forest Well -constructed homes leveled; structures with weak foundations blown off some distance; cars thrown and large missiles generated. Strong frame houses lifted off foundations and carried considerable distances to disintegrate; automobile sized missiles flying through the air in excess of 330 yards; trees debarked; steel reinforced concrete badly damaged. Both the Fujita Scale and Enhanced Fujita Scale should be referenced in reviewing previous occurrences, as tornado events prior to 2007 will follow the original Fujita Scale. The largest magnitude reported within the county planning area is F5 on the Fujita Scale, or an incredible tornado. Based on this data, the area could experience anywhere from an EFO to an EFS, depending on the wind speed. Although the County has experienced tornadoes as devastating as an F5 on the Fujita Scale, the typical range of intensity that the Lubbock County planning area would be expected to mitigate would be a low to moderate risk, or an EFO to an EF1 (Table 6-4). Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 6: TORNADO HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES It is important to note that only reported tornadoes were factored into the risk assessment. It is likely that a high number of occurrences have gone unreported over the past 62 years. Figure 6-2 shows the locations of previous occurrences in Lubbock County from 1950 to 2012. A total of 92 events have been recorded by the Storm Prediction Center (NOAA), NCDC, and SHELDUS databases for Lubbock County. Historical tornado data for the following are provided within a city-wide basis, per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases: Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is included in Buffalo Springs; Idalou ISD in Idalou; Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG in Lubbock; New Deal ISD in New Deal; Shallowater ISD in Shallowater; Slaton ISD in Slaton; and Frenship ISD in Wolfforth. Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College historical data are provided within the county -wide data. Figure 6-2. Spatial Historical Tornado Events, 1950-20103 3 Source: NOAA Records Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 Lubbock County Jurisbictions o • � ISD's o unieeristies • li Hospdal o ® �,����}}}} ewDeal town o 0 0 • sP.AG Sh allowater cit I •�Lf � :"Dater District F Area "Nater F Seale ® o JA o J lzv.loucity o o FO o o ® • F1 Fz 0 Lubbock • � f o • Fa J o Fs o 0 0 Lubbockcity 0 0 f ZR Canyon town WolBorth ctl ° ° _Buffalo Springs village Jr - 0 o� ; • ® SlatoWtit�_ o v • S 3 Source: NOAA Records Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 6: TORNADO Table 6-4. Overall Historical Tornado Impact 93 2 57 19 11 1 1 1 5 Table 6-5. Historical Tornado Events, 1950-20124 Lubbock County 5/10/1955 18:00 F2 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock County 6/17/1956 15:30 F1 0 0 $2,500 $0 Lubbock County 4/21/1957 18:00 F4 0 0 $2,500,000 $0 Lubbock County 4/21/1957 18:00 F2 0 0 $2,500,000 $0 Lubbock County 4/21/1957 18:00 F2 0 6 $2,500,000 $0 Lubbock County 4/21/1957 18:45 F2 0 0 $2,500,000 $0 Lubbock County 5/24/1957 14:00 F2 0 0 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 5/27/1958 20:00 F1 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock County 3/19/1967 18:00 F1 0 0 $2,500 $0 Lubbock 6/1/1967 6:00 F2 0 1 $0 $0 Lubbock County 6/1/1967 14:00 F2 0 0 $2,500 $0 Lubbock 5/11/1970 19:00 F5 26 500 $250,000,000 $0 Lubbock County 5/8/1971 20:00 F2 0 0 $25,000 $0 Lubbock County 4/15/1976 13:00 FO 0 0 $250 $0 Lubbock County 4/8/1978 9:00 F2 0 0 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 5/25/1978 20:00 FO 0 3 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 3/18/1979 9:00 F1 0 0 $2,500,000 $0 Lubbock County 6/8/1979 13:00 FO 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock County 11/8/1979 3:00 FO 0 0 $30 $0 4 Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 6: TORNADO Big Spring 5/27/1980 2:00 F1 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock 3/3/1981 10:00 FO 0 0 $25,000 $0 Lubbock County 3/3/1981 15:00 FO 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock 5/21/1982 7:00 FO 0 0 $250 $0 Wolfforth 6/4/1983 9:00 FO 0 0 $250 $0 Lubbock County 5/29/1987 21:00 F2 0 3 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 6/2/1989 12:00 F1 0 0 $250,000 $0 Shallowater 5/7/1991 18:00 FO 0 0 $250 $0 Lubbock 5/7/1991 20:00 FO 0 0 $30 $0 Lubbock 3/29/1983 12:00 F1 0 0 $50,000 $0 Lubbock 3/29/1983 20:00 FO 0 0 $5,000 $0 Lubbock 4/19/1995 7:00 FO 0 0 $1,000 $0 Lubbock 6/11/1999 6:10 F1 0 0 $10,000 $100,000 Lubbock 3/25/2007 11:32 EFO 0 0 $10,000 $0 Lubbock 4/17/2007 13:00 EFO 0 0 $75,000 $0 Lubbock 5/14/2008 15:02 EFO 0 0 $100,000 $0 Idalou 4/16/2009 16:03 EFO 0 0 $1,000 $0 Acuff 4/16/2009 21:14 EF1 0 0 $25,000 $0 Shallowater 4/16/2009 19:56 EF1 0 0 $80,000 $0 Arpt Table 6-6. Summary of Historical Tornado Events, 1950-2012 Village of Buffalo 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Springs City of Idalou 3 FO 0 0 $1,070 $0 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 6: TORNADO City of Lubbock 21 F5 26 501 $148,301,505 $137,812 Town of New Deal 2 FO 0 0 $0 $0 Town of Ransom 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Canyon City of Shallowater 7 F1 0 0 $85,615 $0 City of Slaton 4 F1 0 0 $0 $0 City of Wolfforth 4 FO 0 0 $576 $0 Frenship ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Idalou ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Lubbock ISD 2 F5 0 0 Unknown $0 Lubbock -Cooper ISD 1 EFO 0 0 Unknown $0 New Deal ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Roosevelt ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Shallowater ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Slaton ISD 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 South Plains College 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Texas Tech 1 F5 0 0 Unknown $0 University System Lubbock County 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Hospital District Lubbock County 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 WCID #1 SPAG 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 6: TORNADO SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS May 11, 1970 — Lubbock County On May 11th, 1970, a devastating tornado struck Lubbock. The tornado touched down around 9:30 in the evening southwest of downtown and moved northeast, causing terrible damage along its path, until it lifted around the Lubbock Municipal Airport shortly after 10:00 pm. The tornado killed 26 people and injured more than 1,500 along its 8.5 mile track, covering about 15 square miles of Lubbock. Dr. Theodore "Ted" Fujita later determined that all but one of the deaths (96%) occurred along the path of suction spots (also known as suction swaths and suction marks). These suction spots are created when smaller -scale vortices develop and rotate around the larger parent tornado forming a multiple -vortex tornado, causing localized areas of increased damage. The tornado, rated an F5 on the Fujita Tornado Damage Scale, caused extensive damage to the northeast side of Lubbock and resulted in approximately $250 million worth of damage (in 1970 dollars). March 29, 1993 — Lubbock County As the Terry County supercell moved across Lubbock County, it left a swath of severe weather. Golf ball - size hail was reported at Reese Air Force Base and near the Carlisle community. As the storm moved across western and northern sections of Lubbock, a series of downbursts and two weak tornadoes occurred. The downbursts damaged several light and telephone poles, the roof of an elementary school suffered minor damage, and approximately 100 vehicles had window damage. The first tornado touched down in the west -central part of Lubbock. Some buildings at Lubbock Christian University (LCU) suffered damage, and windows were blown out at a Junior High School north of LCU. The second tornado struck north -central Lubbock, near the Lubbock State School. Damage in this area was confined mainly to windows. As the storm passed Lubbock International Airport, the National Weather Service (NWS) Office's wind equipment measured a wind gust at 77 mph. Total damage from the storm was estimated at $400,000. May 29, 2006 — Lubbock County During the midafternoon hours of May 29, isolated to scattered thunderstorms erupted east of a southwest -to -northwest oriented frontal boundary that was stationary over the central South Plains of west Texas. Although the storms were initially non -severe, several outflow boundaries surged west from the convection and intersected the frontal boundary over Lubbock and Lynn counties. As instability increased during the late afternoon hours, strongly towering cumulus clouds stretched pre-existing spin in the low levels of the atmosphere near the boundary interactions, resulting in at least three non- supercellular tornadoes. One tornado was highly -visible in southeastern Lubbock. The tornadoes were weak (FO), and no damage was reported by local authorities. The thunderstorms continued to intensify over the eastern South Plains during the late afternoon and early evening hours. Several storms eventually became severe with quarter sized hail and wind gusts up to 64 MPH. A landspout tornado developed along a boundary intersection as it progressed northwestward across the city. This tornado was observed by storm spotters with the City of Lubbock and a Federal Aviation Administration contract Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 6: TORNADO weather observer as it developed near Interstate 27, just west of Lubbock International Airport. No damage was reported as the short-lived tornado moved northwestward over open farm land. April 17, 2007 — Lubbock County A potent middle and upper atmospheric storm system moved eastward over the West Texas South Plains on April 17, resulting in the development of numerous thunderstorms across the region. With abundant sunshine and heating that occurred early in the day beneath very cold mid-level temperatures aloft, steep vertical temperature lapse rates developed. With strong instability in place, thunderstorms developed rapidly around midday in the vicinity of a stalled frontal boundary that stretched from northwest to southeast across the region. Thunderstorm updrafts were enhanced by the cold mid-level temperatures, making them efficient for stretching small circulations along the frontal boundary. This process, combined with complex storm interactions and multi -cell storm mergers, resulted in the development of at least six tornadoes across the South Plains region. All of the tornadoes were weak, but some damage did occur in Hale and Lubbock counties, including within the City of Lubbock. The storms also produced large hail up to the size of ping pong balls. A brief tornado was observed to cause damage in the west part of Lubbock; an automotive business sustained damage as the tornadic circulation broke tree limbs and ripped sheet medal from a few structures near the intersections of U.S. Highway 84 and Quaker Avenue, and University and Kent. No injuries were reported. April 16, 2009 — Lubbock County A relatively long-lived, weak (EF -1), tornado developed rapidly within a convective complex over northwestern Lubbock County and tracked north -northeastward into southwestern Hale County. The tornado developed just south of U.S. Highway 84, and quickly crossed U.S. Highway 84 five miles northwest of Shallowater, where a National Weather Service damage survey team found tumble weeds suspended within utility wires. The tornado downed utility poles, damaged four structures, a livestock trailer, and uprooted a large tree before crossing the Lubbock and Hale County line, one mile west of the County Line community. Two mobile homes west of Farm to Market 179 sustained minor damage from the tornado; skirting was removed from one home, with mud splatters evident on the structure, and a large roof panel was removed from the second mobile home. A well-built permanent house sustained minor damage near the Lubbock and Hale County line; a carport and outbuilding were destroyed at the residence and minor roof damage occurred from debris loaded wind. In addition, a large metal garage structure on the property was partially collapsed when tornadic winds caused the door to fail. A large boat stored within the structure was subsequently damaged when it was pushed by wind -loaded debris through a portion of the structure's back wall. Damages to the two mobile homes, a single family residence and metal garage, trees, and to wooden utility poles support an EF -1 rating, with estimated wind speeds between 85 and 95 mph. The tornado traveled nearly eight miles between 19:56 CST and 20:20 CST in Lubbock and Hale counties, accounting $130,000 in damages. No injuries were reported. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 6: TORNADO PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS According to historical records, Lubbock County experiences three tornado touchdowns every two years (one and a half tornadoes a year). Hence, the probability of future tornado occurrences affecting all of the participating jurisdictions within Lubbock County and Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock - Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG is highly likely, meaning an event may occur within the year. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Because tornadoes often cross -jurisdictional boundaries, all existing and future buildings, facilities and populations at the independent school districts, college campuses, hospital districts, water district, and in Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions are considered to be exposed to this hazard and could potentially be impacted. The damage caused by a tornado is typically a result of high wind velocity, wind- blown debris, lightning, and large hail. The average tornado moves from southwest to northeast, but tornadoes have been known to move in any direction. Consequently, vulnerability of humans and property is difficult to evaluate since tornadoes form at different strengths in random locations, and create relatively narrow paths of destruction. Although tornadoes strike at random, making all buildings vulnerable, three types of structures are more likely to suffer damage: Manufactured Homes; Homes on crawlspaces (more susceptible to lift); and Buildings with large spans such as shopping malls, gymnasiums, and factories Overall, the average loss estimate of property and crop (in 2012 dollars) is $243.1 million, having an approximate annual loss estimate of $3.9 million (Table 6-7). Historic annualized loss for Lubbock County (in 2012 dollars) is about 0.01% of the total property value. Based on historic loss and damages, the impact of tornado damages on the Lubbock County planning area and the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG can be considered "minor," with more than 10 percent of property expected to be destroyed, treatable injuries that are not permanently disabling, and critical facilities shut down for one week or more. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 6: TORNADO Table 6-7. Potential Annualized Losses by Jurisdiction, 1950-20125 Village of Buffalo Springs $0 $0 City of Idalou $1,070 $17 City of Lubbock $148,439,316 $2,394,183 Town of New Deal $0 $0 Town of Ransom Canyon $0 $0 City of Shallowater $86,036 $1,388 City of Slaton $0 $0 City of Wolfforth $0 $0 5 Source: HAZUS-MH MR4 (total exposure) and NCDC (annualized losses) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SEVERE WINTER STORM HazardDescription........................................................................................................................................1 Location......................................................................................................................................................... 3 Extent............................................................................................................................................................ 3 Historical Occurrences.................................................................................................................................. 4 SignificantPast Events..............................................................................................................................6 Probabilityof Future Events.........................................................................................................................7 Vulnerabilityand Impact...............................................................................................................................7 HAZARD DESCRIPTION A severe winter storm event is identified as a storm with snow, ice, or freezing rain — all of which can cause significant problems for area residents. Winter storms are associated with freezing or frozen precipitation such as freezing rain, sleet, snow and the combined effects of winter precipitation and strong winds. Wind chill is a function of temperature and wind. Low wind chill is a product of high winds and freezing temperatures. Winter storms that threaten Lubbock County usually begin as powerful cold fronts that push south from central Canada. While the County is at risk to ice hazards, extremely cold temperatures, Cl"d snow, the effects and frequencies of winter storm events are generally mild and short-lived. As indicated in Figure 7-1, on average, the area experiences 18-24 cold days a year, meaning 18-24 days per year are at or around freezing temperatures. During these times of ice and snow accumulation, response times will increase until public works road crews are able to assist in making the major roads passable. Table 7-1 describes the possible types of winter storms that occur in Lubbock County. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM Figure 7-1. Extreme Cold Days 1960-20031 Extreme Cold Gaye Legend Courtaa Extreme Codd (Days): 1060-20,03 Winter Weather Advisory Winter Storm Watch Winter Storm Warning Freezing Rain or Freezing Drizzle Table 7-1. Types of Winter Storms This alert may be issued for a variety of severe conditions. Weather advisories may be announced for snow, blowing or drifting snow, freezing drizzle, freezing rain, or a combination of weather events. Severe winter weather conditions may affect your area (freezing rain, sleet or heavy snow may occur separately or in combination). Severe winter weather conditions are imminent. Rain or drizzle is likely to freeze upon impact, resulting in a coating of ice glaze on roads and all other exposed objects. 1 Lubbock County indicated by star. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM Sleet Small particles of ice, usually mixed with rain. If enough sleet accumulates on the ground, it makes travel hazardous. Blizzard Sustained wind speeds of at least 35 mph are accompanied by considerable falling or blowing snow. This alert is the most perilous winter storm with Warning visibility dangerously restricted. Frost/Freeze Below freezing temperatures are expected and may cause significant damage Warning to plants, crops and fruit trees. A strong wind combined with a temperature slightly below freezing can have Wind Chill the same chilling effect as a temperature nearly 50 degrees lower in a calm atmosphere. The combined cooling power of the wind and temperature on exposed flesh is called the wind-chill factor. LOCATION Winter storms vary in location, intensity, and duration. It is assumed that Lubbock County and all of the participating jurisdictions are uniformly exposed to winter storm events, as winter storms can occur in any community in the county. EXTENT The extent or magnitude of severe winter storms is measured in intensity based on the temperature and level of accumulations as shown in Table 7-2. This chart can be read in conjunction with the wind-chill factor described in Figure 7-2; it is an index developed by the National Weather Service, although the chart is not applicable when temperatures are over 50° or winds are calm. Table 7-2. Magnitude of Severe Winter Storms Winds less than 10 mph and freezing rain or Mild 40 —50 light snow falling for short durations with little or no accumulations Moderate 30 —40 Winds 10 —15 mph and sleet and/or snow up to 4 inches Intense snow showers accompanied with strong Significant 25 —30 gust winds, between 15 and 20 mph with significant accumulation Wind driven snow that reduces visibility, heavy Extreme 20 —25 winds (between 20 to 30 mph), and sleet or ice up to 5 millimeters in diameter Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM Severe Below 20 Winds of 35 mph or more and snow and sleet greater than 4 inches Figure 7-2. Wind Chill Chart ,c.ryF4 � G Wind Chill Chart M' Wind chill temperature is a measure of how cold the wind makes real air temperature feel to the human body. Since wind can dramatically accelerate heat loss from the body, a blustery 30° day would feel just as cold as a calm day with 0° temperatures. Lubbock County has never experienced a blizzard, but based on 71 previous occurrences recorded from 1950 to 2012, it has been subject to winter storm watches, warnings, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind chill. The average number of cold days is similar for the entire county planning area. Therefore, the intensity or extent of a winter storm event to be mitigated for the area ranges from mild to significant, according to the definitions at Table 7-2. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Table 7-3 shows historical occurrences for the county from 1950 to 2012, provided by the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. There have been 71 recorded events in Lubbock County, which include events for storm watches, warnings, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind chill. Historical winter storm information, as provided by the NCDC and SHELDUS, shows winter storm activity across a multi -county forecast area for each event. The appropriate percentage of the total property and crop damage reported for the entire forecast area has been allocated to each county impacted by the event. Historical winter storm data for Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, Slaton, and Wolfforth; Independent School Districts of Frenship, Idalou, Lubbock, Lubbock -Cooper, New Deal, Roosevelt, Shallowater, and Slaton; South Plains College; Texas Tech University System; Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1; and SPAG are provided on a county -wide basis per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. Table 7-3. Historical Winter Storm Events, 1950-20102 Lubbock County 2/14/2007 4:00 0 0 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 4/7/2007 5:00 0 0 $300,000 $0 Lubbock County 1/31/2008 6:30 0 0 $800,000 $0 Lubbock County 3/2/2008 23:00 0 0 $75,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/8/2008 22:00 0 0 $10,000 $0 Lubbock County 1/5/2009 2:00 0 0 $150,000 $0 Lubbock County 1/26/2009 10:00 0 0 $3,000,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/1/2009 5:00 0 0 $200,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/7/2009 20:00 0 0 $1,000,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/23/2009 23:00 0 0 $250,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/29/2009 8:00 0 0 $20,000 $0 Lubbock County 1/28/2010 9:00 0 0 $1,400,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/2/2011 1:00 0 0 $500,000 $0 Lubbock County 12/5/2011 0:00 0 0 $750,000 $0 Lubbock County 2/12/2012 7:00 0 0 $750,000 $0 Lubbock County 3/8/2012 13:00 0 0 $10,000 $0 z Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS November 30, 2006 — Lubbock County A winter storm produced widespread heavy snowfalls over the West Texas South Plains region during the early morning and day time hours of November 30. Snow began to spread east over the extreme southwestern Texas Panhandle and the western South Plains the night before, on November 29. By mid- morning, on November 30, wintry precipitation began to impact the entire South Plains region. Snow accumulations up to seven inches occurred over the extreme southwestern Texas Panhandle and the northern South Plains, where drifts up to four feet deep were reported. Hazardous road conditions greeted Lubbock (Lubbock County) motorists during the morning rush hour, resulting in more than 120 reported accidents. By sunset, a sheet of ice developed over the snow pack. Reported snow accumulations across Lubbock County meeting or exceeding local Winter Storm criteria are as follows: six inches at Reese Center, four inches at Shallowater, and three inches at Lubbock, meeting Winter Weather criteria. January 19, 2007 — Lubbock County Snow accumulations totaled a foot in portions of the extreme southwestern Texas Panhandle. Heavy snowfalls were common over the northwestern half of the region, while lighter snow accumulations combined with a coating of ice over the southeastern South Plains and the Rolling Plains. Local officials across the region reported at least eighty-five vehicular accidents, including a ten car pile-up on Loop 289 in Lubbock. No serious injuries were reported. Approximately 400 residences were estimated to have lost power during an electrical outage caused by ice accumulations from the storm south of Lubbock. Total damages were estimated at $250,000. A reported four inches of snow accumulations fell at Abernathy and Lubbock. February 22, 2010 — Lubbock County A winter storm brought heavy snow and deadly travel conditions to the South Plains of West Texas during February 22 and 23. By the pre -dawn hours of February 23, at least three distinct east -west oriented bands of heavy snow had developed over the western and central South Plains and the southern Rolling Plains. These bands resulted in localized four to eight inch accumulations. Sub -freezing daytime temperatures that preceded the snowfall contributed to rapid changes in driving conditions immediately following the onset of precipitation. Area roadways quickly became treacherous, and 65 weather-related accidents were reported in Lubbock (Lubbock County). In one such incident, a Lubbock police officer suffered a broken arm when her cruiser collided with a pickup truck near the intersection of 6th Street and Frankford. A dozen vehicles reportedly slid off of U.S. Highway 84 between Lubbock and Slaton in Lubbock County, and many flights from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport were canceled or delayed. Total economic damages were estimated at $350,000. A list of reported snow accumulations follows: four inches in Lubbock and two inches in Shallowater. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 7: SEVERE WINTER STORM PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS According to historical records, Lubbock County experiences one winter storm event per year. Hence, the probability of a future winter storm event affecting the participating jurisdictions within and Lubbock County and Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG is highly likely, with a winter storm likely to occur within the next year. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT During periods of extreme cold and freezing temperatures, water pipes can freeze and crack, ice can build up on power lines, causing them to break, and ice can accumulate on tree limbs, causing them to fall on power lines. These events can disrupt electric service for long periods. Economic impact may be felt by increased consumption of heating fuel, which can lead to energy shortages and higher prices. House fires and resulting deaths tend to occur more frequently from increased and improper use of alternate heating sources. Fires during winter storms also present a greater danger because water supplies may freeze, impeding firefighting efforts. In general, the study area is at risk with ice and snow hazards and extreme cold temperatures. All populations, buildings, critical facilities, and infrastructure in the entire Lubbock County planning area are vulnerable to severe winter events. People and animals are subject to health risks from extended exposure to cold air. Elderly people are at greater risk of death from hypothermia during these events, especially in the rural areas of the county where populations are sparse, icy roads may impede travel, and there are fewer neighbors to check in on them. According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control, hypothermia kills about 600 Americans, half of whom are 65 years of age or older, every year. Historic loss, in 2012 dollars, is estimated at $13.3 million in damages over the 62 -year recording period, giving an approximate loss of $214,023 in annual damages (Table 7-4). The potential severity of impact for Lubbock County and the participating jurisdictions and entities has been substantial with fatalities resulting. Table 7-4. Potential Annualized Losses, 1950-2012 Lubbock County $13,269,438 $214,023 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 HAIL HazardDescription........................................................................................................................................1 Location.........................................................................................................................................................1 Extent............................................................................................................................................................ 2 Historical Occurrences.................................................................................................................................. 3 SignificantPast Events..............................................................................................................................9 Probabilityof Future Events.......................................................................................................................12 Vulnerabilityand Impact.............................................................................................................................12 HAZARD DESCRIPTION Hailstorms are a potentially damaging outgrowth of severe thunderstorms. Early in the developmental stages of a hailstorm, ice crystals form within a low pressure front, due to the rapid rising of warm air into the upper atmosphere and the subsequent cooling of the air mass. Frozen droplets gradually accumulate into ice crystals until they fall as precipitation that is round or irregularly shaped masses of ice greater than 0.75 inches in diameter. The size of hailstones is a direct result of the size and severity of the storm. High velocity updraft winds are required to keep hail in suspension in thunderclouds. The strength of the updraft is a byproduct of heating on the Earth's surface. Higher temperature gradients above Earth's surface result in increased suspension time and hailstone size. LOCATION Hailstorms are a potentially damaging outgrowth of severe thunderstorms. As a result, they are not confined to any specific geographic location, and can vary greatly in terms of size, location, intensity and duration. Therefore, the Lubbock County planning area is equally at risk to the hazard of hail. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 8: HAIL EXTENT The National Weather Service (NWS) classifies a storm as severe if hail of three-quarters of an inch in diameter (approximately the size of a penny) or greater is present, based on radar intensity or seen by observers. The intensity category of a hailstorm depends on its size and the potential damage it could cause, as depicted in the NCDC Intensity Scale in Table 8-1. Table 8-1. Hail Intensity and Magnitude' Hard Hail Up to 0.33 Pea Potentially Damaging 0.33-0.60 Marble Potentially Damaging 0.60-0.80 Dime Severe 0.80-1.20 Nickel Severe 1.2-1.6 Quarter Destructive 1.6-2.0 Half Dollar Destructive 2.0-2.4 Ping Pong Ball Very Destructive 2.4-3.0 Golf Ball Very Destructive 3.0-3.5 Hen Egg Super Hailstorms 3.5-4.0 Tennis Ball Super Hailstorms 4.0+ Baseball No damage Slight damage to plants and crops Significant damage to plants and crops Severe damage to plants and crops Widespread glass and auto damage Widespread destruction of glass, roofs, and risk of injuries Aircraft bodywork dented and brick walls pitted Severe roof damage and risk of serious injuries Severe damage to all structures Extensive structural damage, could cause fatal injuries Extensive structural damage, could cause fatal injuries The scale in Table 8-1 extends from HO to H10, with its increments of intensity or damage potential related to hail size (distribution and maximum), texture, fall speed, speed of storm translation, and strength of the accompanying wind. Based on available data regarding the previous occurrences for the area, the Lubbock County planning area may experience hailstorms ranging from an HO to an H10. Therefore, the County can mitigate a storm from low risk or hard hail to an extensive, super hailstorm with baseball size hail that leads to extensive structural damage, and could cause serious injuries or fatalities. 1 NCDC Intensity Scale, based on the TORRO Hailstorm Intensity Scale. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 8: HAIL HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES In Figure 8-1, historical evidence shows that the planning area is vulnerable to hail events overall, which typically result from severe thunderstorm activity. Indications are that 555 historical hail events are known to have impacted Lubbock County between 1950 and 2012 (Tables 8-2, 8-3, and 8-4). These events were reported to NCDC, NOAA, and SHELDUS databases, and may not represent all hail events that occurred during the past 62 years. Only those events for Lubbock County with latitude and longitude available were plotted on the map (Figure 8-1). Historical hail data for the following areas are provided within a city-wide basis, per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases: Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is included in Buffalo Springs; Idalou ISD in Idalou; Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG in Lubbock; New Deal ISD in New Deal; Shallowater ISD in Shallowater; Slaton ISD in Slaton; and Frenship ISD in Wolfforth. Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College historical data are provided within the county -wide data. Figure 8-1. Spatial Historical Hail Events in Lubbock County, 1950-20122 1 A Lubbock County I Jurisdictions it ISD 5 — — A— '+r univeristies © Hospttal • ` A ` Deal town • SPAG • Water District Shallowater cite i� C Area Water A Magn Rude 0.75- 1.25 inches L --- �alou city 1.25- 2.0 �- — A e •, zo -a.s Lubbock ©A A ® s n Lubbock city II • 111ansom Canyon town Wolfforth cit r --guffalD Springs village L z.FL L C 1 A A a L ZL A 0� L v A; . A A= r Slaton city — v1+E z Source: NOAA/NCDC Records Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 8: HAIL Table 8-2. Historical Hail Impact Lubbock County 555 4.5 Table 8-3. Historical Hail Events, 1950-20123 REESE AFB 3/29/1993 13:23 1.75 in. 0 0 $500 $0 NEW DEAL 3/29/1993 14:13 1.75 in. 0 0 $5,000 $0 SLATON 5/8/1993 2:15 1.75 in. 0 0 $500 $0 LUBBOCK 5/16/1993 16:48 2.00 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/16/1993 17:23 2.75 in. 0 0 $5,000 $0 NEW DEAL 5/17/1993 15:17 1.75 in. 0 0 $500 $0 LBB 5/25/1994 15:15 1.25 in. 0 0 $500 $0 WOODROW 5/25/1994 14:58 1.75 in. 0 0 $5,000 $0 REESE AFB 5/26/1994 20:05 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $5,000 LUBBOCK 6/11/1994 14:25 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/31/1995 13:50 1.75 in. 0 0 $5,000 $0 WOODROW 5/31/1995 14:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 SHALLOWATER 6/2/1995 22:12 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $30,000 LBB 6/2/1995 22:46 2.00 in. 0 0 $20,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/4/1995 14:15 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $20,000 LBB 6/4/1995 18:47 4.50 in. 0 0 $10,000 $40,000 LBB 6/4/1995 19:15 2.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/25/1996 19:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $300,000 $100,000 LUBBOCK 5/25/1996 19:38 1.75 in. 0 0 $1,000,000 $0 3 Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 8: HAIL LUBBOCK 5/25/1996 19:47 1.75 in. 0 0 $100,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 5/25/1996 21:55 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 IDALOU 6/2/1996 19:40 1.75 in. 0 0 $10,000 $25,000 LUBBOCKINTL 6/2/1996 20:18 1.50 in. 0 0 $10,000 $0 ARPT NEW DEAL 6/11/1996 20:25 1.75 in. 0 0 $10,000 $10,000 LUBBOCK 4/10/1997 19:40 1.75 in. 0 0 $12,000,000 $0 LUBBOCK 4/10/1997 19:40 1.75 in. 0 0 $18,000,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 4/10/1997 20:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $100,000 $0 ARPT SLATON 5/8/1997 20:07 1.75 in. 0 0 $585,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/11/1997 18:20 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 SLATON 6/11/1997 19:13 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $20,000 SLATON 6/20/1997 17:44 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $15,000 WOLFFORTH 5/26/1999 0:22 4.00 in. 0 0 $200,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 5/26/1999 0:25 2.75 in. 0 0 $100,000 $250,000 LUBBOCK 5/26/1999 0:25 2.50 in. 0 0 $300,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/26/1999 0:44 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 SLATON 6/10/1999 17:55 1.50 in. 0 0 $30,000 $0 NEW DEAL 6/11/1999 17:27 2.50 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 LUBBOCK INTL 6/11/1999 17:50 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 AR LUBBOCK 6/11/1999 21:41 0.88 in. 0 0 $0 $400,000 REESE AFB 9/5/1999 18:37 1.50 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 REESE AFB 9/5/1999 18:41 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 WOLFFORTH 9/15/1999 17:20 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $1,000,000 LUBBOCK 9/15/1999 17:20 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $150,000 SLIDE 9/15/1999 17:30 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $1,000,000 SLIDE 9/15/1999 17:50 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $1,000,000 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 8: HAIL LUBBOCK 3/21/2000 16:15 1.75 in. 0 0 $15,000 $0 LUBBOCK 3/21/2000 17:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $45,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 3/22/2000 17:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $10,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 3/22/2000 17:15 2.00 in. 0 0 $25,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 5/25/2000 17:25 1.50 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 SHALLOWATER 6/11/2000 15:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $1,500,000 IDALOU 7/1/2000 18:15 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $30,000 LUBBOCK 4/21/2001 17:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $150,000 $0 LUBBOCK 4/21/2001 17:33 2.00 in. 0 0 $100,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/2/2001 16:33 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $20,000 SHALLOWATER 5/17/2001 17:11 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 NEW DEAL 5/17/2001 17:20 4.50 in. 0 0 $30,000 $150,000 NEW DEAL 5/17/2001 17:25 2.75 in. 0 0 $100,000 $100,000 WOODROW 5/17/2001 17:28 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 SHALLOWATER 5/17/2001 17:45 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 SLATON 5/17/2001 17:45 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 SHALLOWATER 5/30/2001 20:59 1.50 in. 0 0 $0 $5,000,000 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:04 1.00 in. 0 0 $25,000,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:05 1.00 in. 0 0 $25,000,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:05 0.75 in. 0 0 $10,000,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:09 1.00 in. 0 0 $20,000,000 $5,000,000 LUBBOCK 5/30/2001 21:14 1.00 in. 0 0 $15,000,000 $0 SLATON 5/30/2001 21:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $100,000 $0 LUBBOCK INTL 6/24/2001 19:10 1.50 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 AR SLIDE 8/23/2001 18:05 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $20,000 WOLFFORTH 9/3/2001 19:00 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $10,000 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 8: HAIL WOLFFORTH 9/3/2001 19:20 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $10,000 POSEY 5/4/2002 23:13 0.75 in. 0 0 $10,000 $0 ABERNATHY 5/10/2002 19:05 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 NEW DEAL 5/10/2002 19:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 LUBBOCK 5/29/2002 16:35 1.75 in. 0 0 $150,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/29/2002 16:43 1.50 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/29/2002 17:05 1.75 in. 0 0 $150,000 $0 SLATON 5/29/2002 17:30 1.50 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 SHALLOWATER 6/4/2002 13:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $2,000,000 REESE AFB 6/4/2002 14:00 1.50 in. 0 0 $25,000 $0 REESE AFB 6/4/2002 14:03 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 NEW DEAL 6/4/2002 15:20 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 SHALLOWATER 6/4/2002 19:00 2.00 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 SLIDE 6/4/2002 19:23 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 LUBBOCK 6/4/2002 19:26 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/4/2002 19:29 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 LUBBOCK 6/4/2002 19:37 2.00 in. 0 0 $200,000 $0 IDALOU 6/4/2002 19:47 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 LUBBOCK 6/4/2002 20:16 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 ABERNATHY 4/29/2003 14:17 1.75 in. 0 0 $3,000 $0 NEW DEAL 6/3/2003 14:44 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $50,000 NEW DEAL 6/3/2003 14:52 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 IDALOU 6/3/2003 14:58 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 IDALOU 6/3/2003 15:04 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 IDALOU 6/3/2003 15:06 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 LUBBOCK INTL 6/3/2003 15:41 2.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $100,000 ARPT Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 8: HAIL IDALOU 6/3/2003 16:02 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 LUBBOCK 6/3/2003 16:15 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $300,000 SLATON 6/3/2003 16:30 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 SLATON 6/3/2003 16:31 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $200,000 NEW DEAL 6/5/2003 20:15 0.88 in. 0 0 $0 $100,000 SHALLOWATER 6/8/2003 0:10 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $250,000 LUBBOCK 5/10/2004 20:00 1.25 in. 0 0 $25,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 8/6/2004 18:19 2.75 in. 0 0 $0 $150,000 SLATON 8/6/2004 19:50 1.25 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 LUBBOCK 8/20/2004 1:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $75,000 $0 SLATON 9/17/2005 16:36 2.75 in. 0 0 $0 $75,000 LUBBOCK 5/6/2008 17:20 2.75 in. 0 0 $15,000 $0 BURRIS 5/6/2008 17:22 2.00 in. 0 0 $15,000 $0 WOODROW 5/27/2008 17:45 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $25,000 LUBBOCK 6/19/2008 19:50 1.50 in. 0 0 $10,000 $0 SLIDE 4/16/2009 15:17 1.75 in. 0 0 $5,000,000 $0 DOUD 4/16/2009 15:39 2.00 in. 0 0 $15,000,000 $0 DOUD 4/16/2009 15:40 2.50 in. 0 3 $20,000,000 $0 REESE VLG 6/4/2009 20:35 1.75 in. 0 0 $2,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 6/14/2009 18:30 1.75 in. 0 0 $300,000 $0 SHALLOWATER 6/1/2010 17:35 0.75 in. 0 0 $0 $20,000 REESE VLG 6/14/2010 13:52 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $125,000 LUBBOCK 9/2/2010 16:29 1.25 in. 0 0 $10,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 10/21/2010 16:50 1.75 in. 0 0 $0 $2,500,000 POSEY 10/21/2010 20:30 1.00 in. 0 0 $0 $5,000,000 SHALLOWATER 3/19/2011 19:54 1.75 in. 0 0 $50,000 $0 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 8: HAIL SHALLOWATER 3/19/2011 19:58 2.75 in. 0 0 $30,000 $0 LUBBOCK 5/11/2011 4:10 1.00 in. 0 0 $20,000 $0 WOLFFORTH 4/14/2012 21:00 1.00 in. 0 1 $0 $0 DOUD 4/29/2012 19:51 2.75 in. 0 0 $20,000,000 $0 Table 8-4. Summary of Historical Tornado Events, 1950-2012 Village of Buffalo 0 N/A 0 0 $0 $0 Springs City of Idalou 18 1.75 Inches 0 0 $14,633 $1,669,651 City of Lubbock 181 4.50 Inches 0 3 $211,916,791 $9,146,941 Town of New Deal 27 4.50 Inches 0 0 $191,905 $1,505,112 Town of Ransom 1 1.00 Inches 0 0 $0 $0 Canyon City of Shallowater 41 2.75 Inches 0 0 $221,486 $12,247,253 City of Slaton 31 2.75 Inches 0 0 $1,008,617 $953,365 City of Wolfforth 23 4.00 Inches 0 1 $781,155 $4,380,855 SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS April 10, 1997 — Lubbock County Severe weather broke out across the South Plains of West Texas during the afternoon and evening of April 10. A band of storms moved across the area bringing large hail to many counties. Minutes before the storm damaged Liberty Acres, it dropped golf ball size hail over west parts of the City of Lubbock, damaging 3,000 to 4,000 homes as well as a few thousand vehicles. Damages from the hail were estimated at more than $30 million. Also, a tornado west of Plainview uprooted trees and damaged two barns. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 8: HAIL September 15, 1999 — Lubbock County Strong to severe scattered thunderstorms developed over the southwestern Panhandle and the western South Plains during the late afternoon of September 15. The atmospheric conditions supported the development of several supercell thunderstorms, specifically, modest instability with strong wind shear. The strongest and longest -lived supercell that formed that afternoon moved from near Wolfforth in southwestern Lubbock County into western Garza County. Large hail, bigger than the size of golf balls at times, produced a damage swath to crops several miles wide from near Wolfforth to near Wilson. The largest hail occurred just north of Wayside in northern Lynn County, where cotton crops were destroyed. Despite the large hail size, property damage was notably absent during this event, in part due to the soft nature of the hailstones. June 11, 2000 — Lubbock County Large hail destroyed more than 5,000 acres of cotton, causing $1 million in damages. May 30, 2001— Lubbock County Storm spotters reported hail up to quarter size covering the ground at 19th Street and Loop 289 on the west side of the city. Wind -driven hail caused extensive property damage. Crops were devastated throughout the western and southern portion of the county. An off-duty NWS meteorologist reported hail up to quarter size covering the ground on the south side of the city near 82nd Street and University Avenue. Wind -driven hail caused extensive property damage, breaking windows and damaging the roofs of houses. April 16, 2009 — Lubbock County A severe weather outbreak occurred over West Texas during the afternoon and evening hours of April 16, resulting in significant public impacts. Despite the occurrence of thirteen tornadoes across the South Plains region, most of the damage resulted from destructive hail and heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms first developed over the northern South Plains around 1300 CST. These early afternoon storms initiated as supercells, but transitioned into a small-scale convective complex that produced extensive amounts of large hail and heavy rainfall. Two supercell thunderstorms impacted Lubbock County. One of these storms produced a destructive hail swath through the City of Lubbock damaging some 3,000 homes and more than 1,100 vehicles, resulting in an estimated $40 million in damages. Meanwhile, a second supercell storm over eastern Lubbock County produced a family of weak tornadoes along U.S. Highway 82, east of Idalou. Giant two -and -a -half inch hail stones fell over the South Haven, Sun Ridge, and Lake Ridge subdivisions of southwest Lubbock, between Slide Road and Quaker Avenue, around 1540 CST. The hailstones damaged roofs and skylights on over a thousand homes in the mentioned subdivisions, and three people sought medical treatment at local hospitals for minor injuries related to the hail. Hail stones also reportedly killed a number of birds. Well over 600 vehicles were damaged in these subdivisions and adjacent areas of the city. Damages in the mentioned subdivisions were estimated at $20 million, with hail damage across the City of Lubbock estimated to total $40 million. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 8: HAIL October 21, 2010 — Lubbock County Severe thunderstorms impacted the West Texas South Plains during the afternoon and evening of October 21. Initial reports from the broadcast media indicated that quarter size hail fell near 73rd Street and Slide Road in southwest Lubbock at 1659 CST. By 1705 CST, golf ball size hail was reported near 55th Street and Utica. Additional reports of quarter size hail were received near 17th Street and Chicago Avenue at 1710 CST. This severe weather event brought the region's most monetarily significant weather-related impacts of 2010, and dealt an extensive loss to South Plain's cotton crops - the staple of the local economy. As storms increased in number and intensity, swaths of large hail devastated cotton crops. The most significant damages occurred in Terry, Lynn, and Lubbock Counties. At the time, South Plains crops were at maturity and farmers had just begun harvests, and cotton markets were trading at a historic high of $1.26 per pound. Post -storm surveys indicated that an estimated 100,000 acres of cotton were severely degraded or destroyed. Total economic damages were estimated by state officials to approach $50 million. Newspaper articles across the region contained interviews from individual farmers who claimed losses in excess of $50,000. Losses were not fully recouped from insurance since pay -outs were based upon decade-long earning histories, and not reflective of record high cotton prices that would have been realized by a healthy harvest. Further, local agricultural officials stated that the devastating storms struck at a time when producers had the maximum investment in crops, so the true impact on the local economy may be immeasurable. Damages to South Plains cotton crops were later exacerbated by strong winds and blowing dust on October 25. April 29, 2012 — Lubbock County Moist upslope flow along a retreating east -west oriented surface boundary focused scattered thunderstorms across the western South Plains in the early evening of April 29. Ample wind shear and instability allowed several of these storms to quickly become supercellular, producing very large hail, some giant, accompanied by destructive straight-line winds as they drifted east-southeast. The most prolific supercell developed west-northwest of Levelland around 1800 CST and moved eastward near Highway 114 before merging with another supercell near the Hockley -Lubbock County line. At this point, the supercell intensified further and turned southeast moving across southwest and south-central Lubbock County as a significant high precipitation supercell. Destructive winds and very large hail (up to softball size in a few locations) accompanied this storm as it tracked from near Smyer southeast to Woodrow creating extensive damage to structures and vehicles in its path. A NWS storm survey revealed the most significant damage occurred from wind -driven hail along FM 41, just west of Highway 87, and also between FM 179 and Woodrow Road. In some instances, the west -facing exterior of homes in these areas were completely shredded. This damage was compounded by the supercell's slow motion which resulted in up to a 15 -minute period of destructive wind gusts as high as 95 mph, as measured by a West Texas Mesonet site located 6SSW Wolfforth. Later this evening, the low-level jet intensified and ignited Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 8: HAIL additional severe storms over portions of the central and southern South Plains. One of these storms was a slow-moving elevated supercell that moved over areas of southeast Hockley and southwest Lubbock Counties previously impacted by the earlier supercell. This storm created additional instances of large hail; however, excessive rainfall in a short time span over already wet soils lead to large areas of mostly rural flooding. Many roads, especially between Levelland and Wolfforth, became impassable. Damage to vehicles and homes in this hailswath was severe with many windshields, windows and skylights completely destroyed. Several hundred homes likely required new roofs. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Based on the 555 events over the last 62 years (1950 — 2012), it is probable that a hail event is a highly likely occurrence happening within the next year for the county planning area and the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG; or up to nine hail days a year. Most hailstorms occur during the spring (March, April and May) and in the fall during the month of September. Warning time for a hailstorm is generally minimal, or there is no warning. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Damage from hail approaches $1 billion in the United States each year. Much of the damage inflicted by hail is to crops. Even relatively small hail can shred plants to ribbons in a matter of minutes. In addition to crops, vehicles, roofs of buildings and homes, and landscaping are also vulnerable to hail and are commonly damaged by hail in the Lubbock County planning area. Hail has been known to cause injury to humans, and occasionally has been fatal. Impact of hail experienced in the region has resulted in 4.17 injuries and no fatalities supporting a possible limited severity of impact for Lubbock County, participating jurisdictions, independent school districts, university and college campuses, hospital districts, water district, and SPAG meaning injuries are treatable with first aid, minor quality of life is lost, facilities shut down for 24 hours or less, and less than 10% of property is destroyed. Annualized loss is neglible for hail damage; approximately $4.9 million of damage occurs annually based on available data. Frequency of return of a hail event can be assumed to be nine hail events every year (Table 8-5). Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 8: HAIL Table 8-5. Potential Annualized Losses by Jurisdiction, 1950-20124 Village of Buffalo Springs $0 $0 City of Idalou $1,684,284 $27,166 City of Lubbock $221,063,732 $3,565,544 Town of New Deal $1,697,017 $27,371 Town of Ransom Canyon $0 $0 City of Shallowater $12,468,739 $201,109 City of Slaton $1,961,982 $31,645 City of Wolfforth $5,162,010 $83,258 4 Source: HAZUS-MH MR4 (exposure values) and NCDC (property and crop losses) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 FLOOD Hazard Description ........................... Location ............................................ Extent............................................... Historical Occurrences ..................... Significant Events ......................... Probability of Future Events ............ Vulnerability and Impact .................. NFIP Participation ............................ NFIP Compliance and Maintenance. Repetitive Loss ................................. HAZARD DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................1 .........................................................................................................1 ....................................................................................................... 27 ....................................................................................................... 30 ....................................................................................................... 32 ....................................................................................................... 34 ....................................................................................................... 34 ....................................................................................................... 39 ....................................................................................................... 40 ....................................................................................................... 41 Floods generally result from excessive precipitation, and the severity of a flooding event is typically determined by a combination of several major factors, including stream and river basin topography and physiography, precipitation and weather patterns, recent soil moisture conditions, and the degree of vegetative clearing and impervious surface. Generally, floods are long-term events that may last for several days. The primary types of general flooding are inland and coastal flooding. Due to Lubbock County's inland location, only inland flooding is profiled in this section. Inland or riverine flooding is a function of excessive precipitation levels and water runoff volumes within the watershed of a stream or river. This type of flooding is natural and inevitable as it is the overbank flooding of rivers and streams, typically resulting from large-scale weather systems that generate prolonged rainfall over a wide geographic area. Some river floods occur seasonally when winter or spring rainfalls fill river basins with too much water very quickly. Torrential rains from decaying hurricanes or tropical systems can also produce river flooding. LOCATION For mapping purposes, Digital Q3 Flood Data is also shown for Lubbock County in Figure 9-1. The Digital Flood Insurance Rate Mate (DFIRM) data provided by FEMA for Lubbock County shows the following flood hazard areas: Zone A: Areas subject to inundation by the one -percent -annual -chance flood event generally determined using approximate methodologies. Since detailed hydraulic analyses have not been performed, no Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) or flood depths are shown. Mandatory flood insurance requirements and floodplain management standards apply. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 9: FLOOD Zone AE: Areas subject to inundation by one -percent -annual -chance shallow flooding. It is the base floodplain where base flood elevations are provided. AE zones are now used on new format FIRMs instead of Al -30 zones. 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard: Area of minimal flood hazard, usually depicted on FIRMS as above the 500 -year flood level. Locations of flood zones in Lubbock County, based on the digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) from FEMA, are illustrated in Figures 9-1 to 9-25. The areas outlined in orange and red in Figure 9-1 are jurisdictions within the County. Figure 9-1 shows a map legend that can be used for all Flood Exposure Maps; the flood zones for parcels are also shown on some of the maps in shaded pink, red and purple. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-1. Estimated Flood Zones in Lubbock County' Sh al lowater city pr{: r i — r Wolfforth city-, —+ — — ► ' - - y a i *Use this legend for all of the exposure to flood maps. t New Deal town 4 Idalou city Ransom Canyon town Buffalo Springs village Slaton city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 Lubbock County Jurisdictions FLOOD ZONE A€ A Frenship ISD Idalou ISD Lubbock ISD U Lubbock Cooper ISD �I New Deal ISD+ Roosevelt ISD — I Shallowater ISD Slaton ISD South Plains College Tex as Tech un versity Lubbock Hospital District SP.AG Figure 9-1. Estimated Flood Zones in Lubbock County' Sh al lowater city pr{: r i — r Wolfforth city-, —+ — — ► ' - - y a i *Use this legend for all of the exposure to flood maps. t New Deal town 4 Idalou city Ransom Canyon town Buffalo Springs village Slaton city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-2. Exposure to Flood Map — Village of Buffalo Springs f Buffalo Springs village -o_ s Ransom Canyon to::�n ft *The Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 includes all of Buffalo Springs. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-3. Exposure to Flood Map — City of Idalou I Igalau city �- -_ -4, 101obe, C-'ecEye, Fabed, USDA, USC -5, AEK, Cetm Aping: CIS User C—.—city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-4. Exposure to Flood Map — City of Lubbock (Overview) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-5. Exposure to Flood Map — Northwest City of Lubbock Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 - 1 • � � � � �9 � • � of � � fA -- �. • y 7 ll l r a AA k, r _ E2 1 _ v {T �� ♦ s� r -. ':+ate - 44- - -- 'a 3'�� �•--- (y ��;:. - _` � � 'i -yam Ff- Ak - .. -. 'ate f :� __ �• - s nT - "k O'�'s-if *isle I s.. __� '•� i. ✓-_ _ !• -d sr. �+'R • 1 OF ' _ R 11 ^ �yy {Jjid� £Y.YiII_ L— r Rr 1'. SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-9. Exposure to Flood Map — Town of New Deal Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-10. Exposure to Flood Map — Town of Ransom Canyon Buffalo Springs village14 Ransom Canyon town 46 • Y Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-11. Exposure to Flood Map — City of Shallowater .- --- � a _. - •� � ��� __ ice_.. R ShaFlowatdi -city ,_ .. ,���,• . .- _ � __ •� _ -i � J 1F N1sKfi �'� tet. i d_ ecc-L., Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-12. Exposure to Flood Map — City of Slaton .10p� a r � — Slaton city r = 1`� w " � AA `. E- V7F Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-13. Exposure to Flood Map — City of Wolfforth R y r Wolfforth city � r ;:�:-girt Wit•: '"�' r Lubbock city `X _ � �eY ��rt�L% ._. � fed, L'c_CF,,USGS, F.E:{, GeSrragFing, F.ercgri�, ICii, IGF'. s�"s restcfv, ar+a th CIS llser��'cmmyriiEy Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-14. Exposure to Flood Map — Unincorporated Lubbock County, Roosevelt ISD Lubbock city Idakru city Buffalo Springs village Ransom Canyon town Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-15. Exposure to Flood Map — South Plains College - A re Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 17 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-16. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech University System (Main Campus) AW1 117 ��h 1 ^y-� I� - ,may •d'.►t :� t` �• - .vt � � �'-� �i3i µkb, r a � s� ;i+ �, �•: � .. � 3 w — ' y � J Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 18 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-17. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech University System (Other Property in Floodplain) I Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 19 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-18. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech University System (Other Property in Floodplain) �..: 9 I y �a�� "•�;-2899'' p �. Lou ---.Loup �h r 3 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 20 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-19. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech University System (Other Property in Floodplain) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 21 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-20. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech University System (Other Property in Floodplain) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 22 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-21. Exposure to Flood Map — Texas Tech Health Sciences Center and Other Property in Floodplain Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 23 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-22. Exposure to Flood Map — Lubbock County Hospital District 7 i "i — s�R'I '� • Ain:. 07 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 24 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-23. Exposure to Flood Map — Lubbock County Hospital District Loop Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 25 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-24. Exposure to Flood Map — Lubbock County Hospital District Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 26 SECTION 9: FLOOD Figure 9-25. Exposure to Flood Map — Lubbock County Hospital District EXTENT The severity of a flood event is typically determined by a combination of several factors, including stream and river basin topography and physiography, precipitation and weather patterns, recent soil moisture conditions, and degree of vegetative clearing and impervious surface. Generally, floods are long-term events that may last for several days. Determining the intensity and magnitude of a flood event is dependent upon the flood zone and location of the flood hazard area, in addition to depths of flood waters. Extent of flood damages can be expected to be more damaging in the areas that will convey a base flood. FEMA categorizes areas on the terrain according to how the area will convey flood water. Flood zones are the categories that are mapped on Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Table 9-1 provides a description of FEMA flood zones and the flood impact in terms of severity or potential harm, Flood Zone A and AE are the only hazard areas mapped in the Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 27 SECTION 9: FLOOD region. Figures 9-1 through 9-25 should be read in conjunction with the extent for flooding in Tables 9-1, 9-2, and 9-3 to determine the intensity of a potential flooding event. Table 9-1. Flood Zones Areas with a 1% annual chance of flooding and a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30 -year mortgage. Because detailed analyses are not performed for such areas, no depths or base flood elevations are shown within these zones. These are known as numbered A Zones (e.g., A7 or A14). This is the base floodplain where the FIRM shows a BFE (old format). The base floodplain where base flood elevations are provided. AE Zones are now used on the new format FIRMS instead of Al -A30 Zones. River or stream flood hazard areas and areas with a 1% or greater chance of shallow flooding each year, usually in the form of sheet flow, with an average depth ranging from 1 to 3 feet. These areas have a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30 -year mortgage. Average flood depths derived from detailed analyses are shown within these zones. Areas with a 1% annual chance of shallow flooding, usually in the form of a pond, with an average depth ranging from 1 to 3 feet. These areas have a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30 -year mortgage. Base flood elevations derived from detailed analyses are shown at selected intervals within these zones. Areas with a 1% annual chance of flooding that will be protected by a federal flood control system where construction has reached specified legal requirements. No depths or base flood elevations are shown within these zones. Areas with a temporarily increased flood risk due to the building or restoration of a flood control system (such as a levee or a dam). Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements will apply, but rates will not exceed the rates for unnumbered A zones if the structure is built or restored in compliance with Zone AR floodplain management regulations. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 28 SECTION 9: FLOOD An area inundated by 500 -year flooding; an area inundated by 100 -year flooding with average depths of less than 1 foot or with drainage areas less than 1 square mile; or an area protected by levees from 100 -year Zone A is interchangeably referred to as the 100 -year flood, the one -percent -annual chance flood, or the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), or more commonly, the base flood. By any name, it is the area that will convey the base flood. This area constitutes a threat to the planning area. Structures built in the Special Flood Hazard Area are subject to damage by rising waters and floating debris. Moving flood water exerts pressure on everything in its path and causes erosion of soil and solid objects. Utility systems, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fuel, electrical systems, sewage maintenance systems and water systems, if not elevated above base flood elevation, may also be damaged. In addition to the flood zones, extent is provided for the County in terms of depth of flood waters. Table 9-2 below describes the category of risk and potential magnitude of an event. The water depths depicted in Table 9-2 are an approximation based on elevation data (above sea level rather than above ground). Table 9-3 reflects extent based on an engineering report for Lubbock County from 2005. The report encompasses both Playa Lakes and areas that drain into the Playa Lake System. It is modeled to overflow in the 100 -year. Table 9-2. Extent Scale — Water Depth (Mean Sea Level, MSL) DESCRIPTIONMSL (IN FEET) BELOW FLOOD STAGE 0 to 15 Water begins to exceed low sections of banks and the lowest sections of the floodplain. Flow is well into the floodplain, minor lowland ACTION STAGE 16 to 23 flooding reaches low areas of the floodplain. Livestock should be moved from low lying areas. Homes are threatened and properties FLOOD STAGE 24 to 28 downstream of river flows or in low lying areas begin to flood. At this stage, the lowest homes downstream MODERATE FLOOD STAGJ 29 to 32 flood. Roads and bridges in the floodplain flood severely and are dangerous to motorists. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 29 SECTION 9: FLOOD Major flooding approaches homes in the floodplain. Primary and secondary roads and MAJOR FLOOD STAGE 33 and above bridges are severely flooded and very dangerous. Major flooding extends well into the floodplain, destroying property, equipment and livestock. Table 9-3. Extent for Lubbock County Below Action Stage: Playa Lakes reached an Lubbock County Below Flood Stage, 0 to 15 feet overflow elevation of 3,225.2 NGVD, relative to a Base Flood Elevation (BFE) OF 3,226.1 NGVD in 1983. The range of intensity that the County can experience is high, or Zone A. Based on reporting from the Playa Lakes System, a flood event can place the County at the extent of "Below Action Stage," as shown in Tables 9-2 and 9-3. Based on historical occurrences, the planning area could expect to experience from 2 inches up to 2.5 feet of water within a two hour period due to flooding. Reading the Tables 9-1 through 9-3 together with Figures 9-1 through 9-25 provide estimated and potential magnitude and severity for the county. For example, Ransom Canyon, as shown in Figure 9-10, has areas designated as Zone A and Zone AE. Reading this figure in conjunction with Table 9-1 means the area is at high risk for flood. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Historical evidence shows that areas within the County are susceptible to flooding, especially in the form of flash flooding. It is important to note that only flood events that have been reported have been factored into this risk assessment; therefore, it is likely that additional flood occurrences have gone unreported before and during this recording period. Tables 9-4 and 9-5 show historical incident information for Lubbock County. Historical flood data for the following areas are provided within a city-wide basis, per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases: Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is included in Buffalo Springs; Idalou ISD in Idalou; Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG z Severity estimated by averaging floods at certain stage level over the history of flood events by county. 3 Severity and peak events are based on an engineering report for Lubbock County from 2005 for overflow elevations and base flood elevations. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 30 SECTION 9: FLOOD in Lubbock; New Deal ISD in New Deal; Shallowater ISD in Shallowater; Slaton ISD in Slaton; and Frenship ISD in Wolfforth. Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College historical data are provided within the county -wide data. Table 9-4. Overall Historical Flood Events by County, 1960-20114 Lubbock 34 0 1 Table 9-5. Historical Flood Events, 1960-20115 Countywide 5/21/1963 0 0 $50,000 $0 Countywide 6/1/1967 0 1 $250,000 $0 Countywide 7/14/1968 0 0 $50,000 $0 Countywide 5/15/1980 0 0 $2,778 $0 Countywide 6/10/1980 0 0 $227,273 $22,727 Countywide 9/26/1980 0 0 $68,493 $68,493 Countywide 10/18/1983 0 0 $50,000,000 $0 Countywide 10/20/1983 0 0 $4,310 $0 Countywide 10/2/1986 0 0 $250 $0 Countywide 7/7/1988 0 0 $2,500 $0 Countywide 5/1/1990 0 0 $4,310 $0 Countywide 5/4/1990 0 0 $43,103 $0 Countywide 5/23/1990 0 0 $500 $0 Countywide 7/27/1990 0 0 $500 $50 Countywide 7/27/1990 0 0 $50 $50 Countywide 2/1/1992 0 0 $4,310 $0 4 Source: Sheldus s Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 31 SECTION 9: FLOOD Countywide 5/23/1992 0 0 $5,000 $0 Lubbock 6/11/1999 0 0 $2,000,000 $0 Countywide 6/22/1999 0 0 $2,000,000 $0 Lubbock 7/16/1999 0 0 $10,000 $0 Lubbock 3/12/2007 0 0 $115,000 $0 Lubbock 3/25/2007 0 0 $50,000 $0 Lubbock 5/8/2007 0 0 $100,000 $0 Lubbock 6/3/2007 0 0 $15,000 $0 Lubbock 6/19/2007 0 0 $15,000 $0 Lubbock 9/26/2007 0 0 $100,000 $0 Lubbock 5/27/2008 0 0 $5,000 $0 Wolfforth 9/11/2008 0 0 $4,500,000 $0 Lubbock 7/29/2009 0 0 $10,000 $0 Lubbock 4/16/2010 0 0 $150,000 $0 Wolfforth 7/3/2010 0 0 $4,500,000 $0 Doud 7/4/2010 0 0 $1,000,000 $3,800,000 Lubbock 8/11/2011 0 0 $500,000 $0 SIGNIFICANT EVENTS Flash Flood on March 12, 2007 Afternoon thunderstorms produced localized heavy rainfall on March 12, and capped off a three day period that saw widespread two to five inch rainfall totals over the South Plains. Flash flooding was widespread in the western and northwestern portions of Lubbock. Flowing flood waters ran down a number of city streets including: Frankford Avenue, Quaker Avenue, 4th Street, 18th Street, 66th Street, and Spur 327. The Lubbock Police Department reported that 21 vehicles were disabled in the flood waters. At least 13 accidents were attributed to the weather. No major injuries were reported, but a few motorists were assisted in evacuating their flooded vehicles. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 32 SECTION 9: FLOOD Flood on May 8, 2007 Persistent and heavy rainfall resulted in flooding across portions of Lubbock. The flooding was characterized by a gradual increase in water level near many playa lakes, in construction zones, and in typically flood -prone city streets. Flood on September 11-12, 2008 On September 11-12, Lubbock received its highest ever 24 hour rainfall total of 7.80 inches. The onset of particularly heavy rain rates began during the afternoon rush hour. Numerous vehicles became disabled in the rising waters on Lubbock city streets, 28 of which were closed due to flooding during the evening hours. Flood on April 16, 2008 Flooding from heavy rainfall resulted in the closure of numerous roadways in the Lubbock area. Portions of south Indiana Avenue were washed away by the flood waters. A number of roadways were flooded in the Ransom Canyon and Buffalo Springs Lake areas of eastern Lubbock County, where some residences were also isolated by rising flood waters. No injuries were reported. Flood and Flash Floods on July 3-6, 2010 Following the excessive rains and flash floods, which occurred late on July 3 and early on July 4, residual flooding persisted in low-lying areas of southern Lubbock County through much of July 6. Prolonged standing floodwaters caused extensive damages to cotton crops across the southern half of Lubbock County. Local agricultural officials declared that these damages totaled $2.8 million. In all, Lubbock County officials estimated that more than 300 homes and businesses sustained damages in the Fourth of July flash floods and floods. It is likely that more than 100 vehicles became stranded or otherwise damaged in the floodwaters across the county; although, no serious injuries were reported. Flash Flood on August 11, 2011 A slow moving storm produced one to four inches of rainfall over a period of about one hour within the City of Lubbock. Many city roads became flooded, with several high water rescues performed by emergency personnel. Several thousand cloud -to -ground lightning strikes also affected the city. Numerous structure fires were reported around the city, including one that completely destroyed an apartment complex. Flood on April 29, 2012 On April 29, repeated heavy rains from slow-moving thunderstorms produced up to four inches of rain and flooded several area roads. Up to 2.5 feet of flowing water was observed over Highway 62/82. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 33 SECTION 9: FLOOD PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Based on recorded historical occurrences and extent, flooding is highly likely meaning an event will occur in the next year for the entire Lubbock County planning area. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT In order to assess exposure to the flood hazard, digital flood hazard data was compared with census block data and parcel information to determine the total estimated number of the population, number of parcels containing structures, and total value of parcels with structures intersecting the 100 -year flood hazard areas. The two flood hazard areas analyzed consist of the one -percent -annual -chance flood hazard (based on mapped A and AE Zones), and the 0.2 -percent -annual -chance flood hazard. Table 9-6. Vulnerability to Flooding Village of Buffalo Springs$ City of Idalou9 City of Lubbock10 Town of New Deal11 Town of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater1z City of Slaton" City of Wolfforth" 453 416 315 163 $32.3 $17.3 2,250 229 862 0 $75.6 $0 229,573 67,013 73,503 7,757 $10,691.8 $1,602.9 794 419 227 28 $12.4 $1.1 1,096 442 490 76 $97.4 $19.9 2,484 5 868 0 $89.2 $0 6,121 639 2,365 119 $126.1 $4.6 3,670 1,143 1,426 72 $165.5 $11.0 6 N/A is listed for dollar amounts less than $5,000 and populations less than 50. Values are in the millions of dollars. 8 Includes Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 9 Includes Idalou ISD 10 Includes Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG 11 Includes New Deal ISD 12 Includes Shallowater ISD 13 Includes Slaton ISD 14 Includes Frenship ISD Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 34 SECTION 9: FLOOD Historic loss estimates due to flood are presented in Table 9-7 below. Considering 34 flood events over a 51 -year period, frequency is approximately one event every other year. Annualized loss for the County over the same period is approximately $2.7 million in property and crop damages. Table 9-7. Potential Annualized Losses by Jurisdiction, 1960-2011 Village of Buffalo 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Springs City of Idalou 1 $0 $0 Unlikely City of Lubbock 23 $8,899,522 $174,500 Highly Likely Town of New Deal 3 $0 $0 Unlikely Town of Ransom 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Canyon City of Shallowater 1 $0 $0 Unlikely City of Slaton 0 $0 $0 Unlikely City of Wolfforth 5 $9,511,911 $186,508 Unlikely Frenship ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Idalou ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Lubbock ISD N/A N/A N/A Occasional Lubbock -Cooper 0 $0 $0 Unlikely ISD 15 Includes Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 35 SECTION 9: FLOOD New Deal ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Roosevelt ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Shallowater ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Slaton ISD 0 $0 $0 Unlikely South Plains College 0 $0 $0 Unlikely Texas Tech University System N/A N/A N/A Unlikely Lubbock County N/A N/A N/A Occasional Hospital District Lubbock County 0 $0 $0 Unlikely WCID #1 SPAG N/A N/A N/A Unlikely The severity of a flooding event varies depending on the relative risk to citizens and structures located within each city. Table 9-8 depicts the level of impact for Lubbock County and each participating jurisdiction and entity, which includes the level of impact for the participating independent school districts, water control district, hospital district, colleges/universities, and SPAG. Table 9-8. Impact by Jurisdiction Lubbock County, including citizens in unincorporated areas, could Lubbock be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical Minor County facilities could be shut down for a week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Injuries and deaths can be expected in a severe flood event with Village of more than SO percent of property destroyed or damaged and a Buffalo Substantial complete shutdown of critical facilities in the city for 30 days or Springs more. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would City of Idalou Limited be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged in the city. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 36 SECTION 9: FLOOD Citizens in the city could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not City of Minor permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a Lubbock week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Citizens in the town could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not Town of New Minor permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a Deal week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Town of Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent Ransom Minor disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week and 10 Canyon percent of total property could be damaged. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with City of minor quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would Limited Shallowater be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged in the city. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would City of Slaton Limited be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged in the city. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with City of minor quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would Limited Wolfforth be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged in the city. Frenship ISD has two schools located within the Flood Zone AE. The school population could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not Frenship ISD Minor permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Idalou ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life Idalou ISD Limited lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. Lubbock ISD has 11 schools located with the Flood Zone AE. Lubbock ISD staff and students could be injured or suffer illnesses, Lubbock ISD Minor but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock -Cooper ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any Lubbock - Limited injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor Cooper ISD quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 37 SECTION 9: FLOOD 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. New Deal ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life New Deal ISD Limited lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. Roosevelt ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life Roosevelt ISD Limited lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. Shallowater ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life Shallowater Limited lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or ISD less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. Slaton ISD is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life Slaton ISD Limited lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. South Plains College is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor South Plains Limited quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down it would be for College 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. Texas Tech University System has some buildings located within Texas Tech Flood Zones A and AE. Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, University Minor but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down System for a week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock Lubbock County Hospital District has 2 locations within the Flood County Zone AE. Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not Minor Hospital permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a District week and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock Lubbock County WCID #1 covers the City of Buffalo Springs, which County WCID Substantial contains large areas of Flood Zone A. Injuries and deaths can be #1 expected in a severe flood event with more than 50 percent of Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 38 SECTION 9: FLOOD property destroyed or damaged, and a complete shutdown of critical facilities for 30 days or more. SPAG is located outside of the floodplain. Any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. If SPAG Limited critical facilities are shut down it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be destroyed or damaged. NFIP PARTICIPATION Flood insurance offered through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is the best way for home and business owners to protect themselves financially against the flood hazard. All of the jurisdictions located in Lubbock County participate in the NFIP. As an additional indicator of floodplain management responsibility, communities may choose to participate in FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS), which is an incentive -based program that allows communities to undertake flood mitigation activities that go beyond NFIP requirements. Currently, the City of Lubbock is the only community in Lubbock County participating in CRS. Flood insurance offered through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is the best way for home and business owners to protect themselves financially against the flood hazard. Lubbock County, and all incorporated jurisdictions in the County, participates in the NFIP and have adopted ordinances to regulate the floodplain, or any land area susceptible to being inundated by water from any source. Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions, with the exception of the City of Lubbock, currently has in place minimum NFIP standards for new construction and substantial Improvements of structures, but is considering adopting higher regulatory NFIP standards. Additional freeboard would minimize flooding caused by flash flooding and many drainage issues as a result of flat terrain typical of the West Texas. The flood hazard areas throughout Lubbock County are subject to periodic inundation, which may result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, and extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, which adversely affect public safety. These flood losses are created by the cumulative effect of obstructions in floodplains which cause an increase in flood heights and velocities, and by the occupancy of flood hazard areas by uses vulnerable to floods and hazardous to other lands because they are inadequately elevated, flood -proofed or otherwise protected from flood damage. It is the purpose of the County and NFIP participating jurisdictions to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed to: Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 39 SECTION 9: FLOOD Protect human life and health; Minimize expenditure of public money for costly flood control projects; Minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public; Minimize prolonged business interruptions; Minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and bridges located in floodplains; Help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and development of flood -prone areas in such a manner as to minimize future flood blight areas; and Ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in a flood area. In order to accomplish these tasks, Lubbock County and its jurisdictions follow these guidelines: Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood heights or velocities; Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities, which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction; Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the accommodation of floodwaters; Control filling, grading, dredging and other development, which may increase flood damage; and Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood hazards to other lands. NFIP COMPLIANCE AND MAINTENANCE Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions have also developed mitigation actions that relate to either NFIP maintenance or compliance. Compliance and maintenance actions can be found in Section 15. Flooding was identified by the majority of the counties as a moderate risk hazard during hazard ranking activities at the Risk Assessment Workshop. However, many of the mitigation actions were developed with flood mitigation in mind. A majority of these flood actions address compliance with the NFIP and implementing flood awareness programs. County -wide, communities recognize the need and are adopting higher NFIP regulatory standards to further minimize flood risk in their community. Smaller no - growth communities that typically do not have personnel or funds to implement more stringent NFIP compliance measures are focusing on NFIP public awareness activities, including promoting the availability of flood insurance by placing NFIP brochures and flyers in public libraries or public meeting places. FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS) is an incentive -based program that allows communities to undertake flood mitigation activities that go beyond NFIP requirements. Currently, the City of Lubbock is the only Lubbock County community participating in CRS. All incorporated communities within the County participate in the NFIP program. As part of continual compliance with the NFIP, the Lubbock County Public Works office assists NFIP participating jurisdictions in updating and keeping current their Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 40 SECTION 9: FLOOD County also periodically conducts education programs for area Homebuilders throughout the county region and through public contact with citizens to bring awareness to the FEMA requirements for Flood Plain Management. Lubbock County communities have also developed new mitigation actions that relate to NFIP compliance and public awareness. Flooding was identified as a moderate to high risk hazard during hazard ranking activities at the Risk Assessment Workshop. Flash flooding is inherently a problem throughout the Lubbock County area due to the flat terrain and poor drainage. To exacerbate this problem, most of the local Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances adopted by Lubbock County communities do not require new residential structures located in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) be elevated beyond minimum FEMA requirements. At the Risk Workshop, discussions included consideration of higher regulatory standards for NFIP communities to require additional freeboard for new construction. It was suggested that all new construction in the county, even outside the SFHA, be elevated to the crown of the road, one foot above curb level, or one foot higher than the highest adjacent grade at the building site. As a result of these discussions, many of the mitigation actions were developed with flood mitigation in mind. Many of the flood actions address reducing flood risk through clearing debris from roadside ditches and drainage channels, and implementing flood awareness programs to educate residents on the availability of flood insurance. These actions can be found in Section 15. The prioritization method for implementing actions was based on FEMA's STAPLEE criteria and included social, technical, administrative, political, legal, economic and environmental considerations. As a result of this exercise, an overall priority was assigned to each mitigation action by each Team Member. The overall priority of each action is reflected in the mitigation actions found in Section 15 for the participating jurisdictions. In prioritizing actions, a community must consider many factors. Of primary consideration is targeting specific mitigation actions for implementation following a major disaster. Other factors that determine prioritization are, in part, ease of implementation by the community, cost of the project vs. perceived benefit, timeframe for implementing the action, and available personnel to oversee and implement the project. REPETITIVE LOSS The Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) Grant Program under FEMA provides federal funding to assist states and communities in implementing mitigation measures to reduce or eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to severe repetitive loss residential structures insured under the NFIP. The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) administers the SRL grant program for the State of Texas. Severe Repetitive Loss properties are defined as residential properties that are: covered under the NFIP and have at least four flood related damage claim payments (building and contents) over $5,000 each, and the cumulative amount of such claims payments exceed $20,000; or Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 41 SECTION 9: FLOOD at least two separate claim payments (building payments only) have been made with the cumulative amount of the building portion of such claims exceeding the market value of the building. In either scenario, at least two of the referenced claims must have occurred within any 10 -year period, and must be greater than 10 days apart. 16 Table 9-9 shows repetitive loss and severe repetitive loss properties for the City of Lubbock. The Texas Water Development Board provided no additional loss information for Lubbock County proper, nor for any other jurisdictions within the Lubbock County planning area. Table 9-9. Repetitive Loss and Severe Repetitive Loss Properties City of Lubbock 0105173 No 2 $20,763.72 - City of Lubbock 0104401 No 2 $14,704.76 City of Lubbock 0185643 No Single 2 $4,473.78 _ family City of Lubbock 0068824 Yes residence 4 $32,802.47 - City of Lubbock 0005674 Yes 2 $10,243.54 - City of Lubbock 0108435 Yes 3 $9,637.74 - 16 Source: Texas Water Development Board 17 In this column: "V" stands for "Validated"; "VN" stands for "Validated Nonresidential"; "VU" stand for "Validated Uninsured"; "VNU" stands for "Validated Nonresidential Uninsured"; "P" stands for "Pending"; "PU" stands for "Pending Uninsured"; and "PN" stands for "Pending Nonresidential". Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 42 DROUGHT Hazard Description................................................... Location.................................................................... Extent....................................................................... Historical Occurrences ............................................. Significant Past Events ......................................... Probability of Future Events .................................... Vulnerability and Impact .......................................... HAZARD DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................1 ............................................................................... 2 ............................................................................... 2 ............................................................................... 3 ............................................................................... 5 ............................................................................... 7 ............................................................................... 7 Drought is a period of time without substantial rainfall that persists from one year to the next. Drought is a normal part of virtually all climatic regions, including areas with high and low average rainfall. Drought is the consequence of anticipated natural precipitation reduction over an extended period of time, usually a season or more in length. Droughts can be classified as meteorological, hydrologic, agricultural, and socioeconomic. Table 10-1 presents definitions for these different types of drought. Droughts are one of the most complex of all natural hazards as it is difficult to determine their precise beginning or end. In addition, droughts can lead to other hazards such as extreme heat and wildfires; their impact on wildlife and area farming is enormous, often killing crops, grazing land, edible plants and even in severe cases, trees. A secondary hazard to drought is wildfire as dying vegetation serves as a prime ignition source. Therefore, a heat wave combined with a drought is a very dangerous situation. Table 10-1. Drought Classification Definitions' The degree of dryness or departure of actual precipitation from an expected average or normal amount based on monthly, seasonal, or annual time scales. The effects of precipitation shortfalls on stream flows and reservoir, lake, and groundwater levels. Soil moisture deficiencies relative to water demands of plant life, usually crops. The effect of demands for water exceeding the supply as a result of a weather-related supply shortfall. 1 Source: Multi -Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: A Cornerstone of the National Mitigation Strategy, FEMA PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 10: DROUGHT LOCATION Droughts occur regularly throughout Texas and Lubbock County, and are a normal condition. However, they can vary greatly in their intensity and duration. There is no distinct geographic boundary to drought; therefore, it can occur throughout the Lubbock County planning area equally. EXTENT The Palmer Drought Index is used to measure the extent of drought by measuring the duration and intensity of long-term drought -inducing circulation patterns. Long-term drought is cumulative, with the intensity of drought during the current month dependent upon the current weather patterns plus the cumulative patterns of previous months. The hydrological impacts of drought (e.g., reservoir levels, groundwater levels, etc.) take longer to develop. Table 10-2 depicts magnitude of drought, while Table 10-3 describes the classification descriptions. Table 10-2. Palmer Drought Index -2.75 and -2.00 to -1.25 to -1.24 to +1.00 to +2.50 to n/a below -2.74 -1.99 +.99 +2.49 +3.49 -4.00 and -3.00 to -2.00 to -1.99 to +2.00 to +3.00 to +4.00 and below -3.99 -2.99 +1.99 +2.99 +3.99 above -4.00 and -3.00 to -2.00 to -1.99 to +2.00 to +3.00 to +4.00 and below -3.99 -2.99 +1.99 +2.99 +3.99 above Table 10-3. Palmer Drought Category Descriptions' Going into drought: short-term dryness slowing Abnormally Dry planting, growth of crops or pastures; fire risk above -1.0 to average. Coming out of drought: some lingering -1.9 water deficits; pastures or crops not fully recovered. z Source: National Drought Mitigation Center Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 10: DROUGHT Some damage to crops, pastures; fire risk high; Drought is monitored nationwide by the National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC). Indicators are used to describe broad scale drought conditions across the U.S. Indicators correspond to the intensity of drought. Based on the historical occurrences for drought and the location of Lubbock County in the Southern High Plains, the entire planning area can anticipate a range of drought from abnormally dry to exceptional or DO to D4, based on the Palmer Drought Category. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Lubbock County may typically experience a moderate drought. Tables 10-4 and 10-5 lists historical events that have occurred in Lubbock County, as reported in the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) and SHELDUS. Historical drought information shows drought activity across a multi -county forecast area for each event. The appropriate percentage of the total property and crop damage reported for the entire forecast area has been allocated to each county impacted by the event. Historical drought data for Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, Slaton, and Wolfforth; Independent School Districts of Frenship, Idalou, Lubbock, Lubbock -Cooper, New Deal, Roosevelt, Shallowater, and Slaton; South Plains College; Texas Tech University System; Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1; and SPAG are provided on a county -wide basis per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 streams, reservoirs, or wells low, some water -2.0 to Moderate Drought shortages developing or imminent, voluntary water -2.9 use restrictions requested. Crop or pasture losses likely; fire risk very high; Severe Drought water shortages common; water restrictions -3.0 to imposed. -3.9 Major crop/pasture losses; extreme fire danger; -4.0 to Extreme Drought widespread water shortages or restrictions. -4.9 Exceptional and widespread crop/pasture losses; Exceptional Drought exceptional fire risk; shortages of water in reservoirs, -5.0 or less streams, and wells, creating water emergencies. Drought is monitored nationwide by the National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC). Indicators are used to describe broad scale drought conditions across the U.S. Indicators correspond to the intensity of drought. Based on the historical occurrences for drought and the location of Lubbock County in the Southern High Plains, the entire planning area can anticipate a range of drought from abnormally dry to exceptional or DO to D4, based on the Palmer Drought Category. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Lubbock County may typically experience a moderate drought. Tables 10-4 and 10-5 lists historical events that have occurred in Lubbock County, as reported in the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) and SHELDUS. Historical drought information shows drought activity across a multi -county forecast area for each event. The appropriate percentage of the total property and crop damage reported for the entire forecast area has been allocated to each county impacted by the event. Historical drought data for Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, Slaton, and Wolfforth; Independent School Districts of Frenship, Idalou, Lubbock, Lubbock -Cooper, New Deal, Roosevelt, Shallowater, and Slaton; South Plains College; Texas Tech University System; Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1; and SPAG are provided on a county -wide basis per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 10: DROUGHT Table 10-4. Historical Drought Years, 1950-2012 1975 1996 1998 2000 2001 2003 2006 2011 2012 Table 10-5. Historical Drought Events, 1950-20123 Lubbock County 5/1/1996 0 0 $100,000 $500,000 Lubbock County 6/1/1996 0 0 $100,000 $500,000 Lubbock County 4/5/2011 0 0 $0 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 5/1/2011 0 0 $50,000,000 $195,000,000 Lubbock County 6/1/2011 0 0 $200,000,000 $1,050,000,000 Lubbock County 7/1/2011 0 0 $250,000,000 $250,000,000 Lubbock County 8/1/2011 0 0 $95,000,000 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 9/1/2011 0 0 $95,000,000 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 10/1/2011 0 0 $95,000,000 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 11/1/2011 0 0 $20,000,000 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 12/1/2011 0 0 $5,000,000 $5,000,000 3 Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 10: DROUGHT Lubbock County 1/1/2012 0 0 $5,000,000 $20,000,000 Lubbock County 2/1/2012 0 0 $2,500,000 $2,500,000 Lubbock County 3/1/2012 0 0 $2,500,000 $2,500,000 Lubbock County 4/1/2012 0 0 $0 $50,000,000 Lubbock County 5/1/2012 0 0 $0 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 9/1/2012 0 0 $0 $5,000,000 Lubbock County 10/1/2012 0 0 $0 $50,000,000 Lubbock County 11/1/2012 0 0 $0 $50,000,000 Lubbock County 12/1/2012 0 0 $0 $50,000,000 SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS May 1, 2011— Lubbock County Abnormally dry conditions that began over West Texas during the fall of 2010 persisted through May further adding to agricultural losses in the hundreds of millions of dollars. At the beginning of May, the South Plains, Rolling Plains, and southern Texas Panhandle saw additional amplification of Extreme (D3) and Exceptional (D4) drought. Moisture typically increases through May, but May 2011 saw continued insignificant rainfall for the region. Most locations received only 10 to 25 percent of normal annual rainfall. Some locations over the southwestern South Plains received less than five percent of normal annual rainfall. In addition, temperatures throughout the month of May ranged from five to eight degrees above normal. The drought's impact on wildfire activity was evident during May with several large wildfires, but this activity actually decreased from previous months. This wildfire activity has extended beyond the region's climatological wildfire season which typically subsides with seasonal green -up in late April and early May. Over 100,000 acres of land were burned by wildfires within the Lubbock County Warning Area (CWA) during the month of May. Agricultural losses were also becoming substantial during this time. By the end of the month, dry land fields had failed due to very dry soil conditions. Cotton crop planting continued to be delayed and was beginning to create major negative impacts across the region. Additionally, area ranchers faced livestock losses due to the worsening drought. These losses were attributed to difficulty in trucking in water and feed which resulted in the selloff of some livestock. Economic losses due to drought through May were estimated near $250 million. June 1, 2011— Lubbock County Exceptional (D4) drought conditions continued to persist across the entire South Plains, Rolling Plains, and southern Texas Panhandle regions. June, on average, is among the wettest periods of the year for the Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 10: DROUGHT Southern Plains. However, June 2011 saw deepening rainfall deficits with a spring thunderstorm season failing to develop. Zero percent of normal rainfall was observed over a large part of the region. Only a few stations recorded over two inches of rainfall on the year with Paducah the only site recording over three inches of rainfall. No measurable rainfall fell at Lubbock International Airport which is only the second time in 100 years of record when that has occurred. Most of the area measured between 10 and 25 percent of normal annual rainfall. The historic drought was made worse by a June heat wave. A very strong upper level high settled over the region in early June resulting in record heat. Many cities around the region recorded the warmest month on record. Temperatures throughout the month of June averaged between 8 to 11 degrees above normal. The City of Paducah had a maximum temperature of 118 degrees on June 26, tying its all-time record high, which was two degrees behind the all-time record high for the state of Texas. Childress also tied their all-time record high temperature of 117 degrees on June 26. Strong winds with afternoon relative humidity often below 10 percent lead to many days with extreme fire weather concerns. The drought's impact on wildfire activity continued into June with several wildfires initiated by dry high -based thunderstorms. This wildfire activity extended beyond the region's climatological wildfire season which typically subsides with seasonal green -up in April and May. Nearly 60,000 acres of land were burned by wildfires within the Lubbock CWA during the month of June. Agricultural impacts accelerated across the region as farmers struggled to irrigate dry fields. All crops were becoming a major loss by the end of June and were severely impacting the local economy. Local farmers were able to begin the insurance claims process for failed crops during the month, and livestock losses continued with the growing shortages of water and feed. Economic losses for the year due to drought through June 2011 were estimated near $1.5 billion. April 1, 2012 — Lubbock County Extreme (D4) drought conditions were reduced over the western South Plains and southern Rolling Plains during the month of April. Extreme (D4) and exceptional (D3) drought conditions remained largely unchanged elsewhere across the area. April was characterized by very warm temperatures, but also many days of beneficial rainfall. April typically marks the end of the dry season and a transition to increasing precipitation. Warmer than seasonal average temperatures were observed throughout the month. The warmer than normal temperatures were especially noticeable with the observed minimum temperatures. Many areas saw the earliest last freeze dates on record. Additionally, the all-time record for maximum temperature in April was broken at Lubbock and Childress on April 25 when Lubbock reached 104 degrees and Childress reached 106 degrees. The average temperature of 67.1 for the month at Lubbock tied a record, while 68.7 at Childress broke the previous April record. Despite the record warmth, several instances of beneficial rainfall occurred during the month and especially during the final week of April. Some selected rainfall totals include 3.82 inches at Lake Alan Henry, 2.76 inches at Jayton, 2.42 inches at Post and 2.38 inches at Wolfforth. Even though widespread rainfall was observed, most areas remained below normal for annual precipitation values. Meteorologically, the drought continues to ease, but significant impacts are still possible in terms of water supply and agriculture. April, which is typically the end of the fire weather season, saw almost no wildfire activity. However, many counties have kept burns bans intact. During the month, the City of Lubbock instituted Stage 2 water restrictions which range from Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 10: DROUGHT Stage 1(mild water shortage conditions) to Stage 4 (emergency water shortage conditions). Winter wheat was considered almost a total loss due to the drought and was being harvested for use as hay and silage. Additional rains were still needed to sustain pasture and rangelands for much of the area. The final work was being performed in preparation of May planting with observed increases in soil moisture. Economic losses due to drought through April since the drought began were estimated near $2.4 billion. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Based on nine recorded drought events over the 62 -year reporting period, Lubbock County, all participating jurisdictions, Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG averages one drought every seven years. This lends to an occasional frequency of occurrence, meaning a drought can be expected on a 5-7 year cycle. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Loss estimates were based on 62 years of statistical data from the NCDC. A drought event frequency - impact was then developed to determine an impact profile on agriculture products and estimate potential losses due to drought in the area. Table 10-6 shows annualized exposure. Table 10-6. Potential Annualized Losses, 1950-2012 Lubbock County $2,585,708,561 $41,704,977 Drought impacts large areas and crosses jurisdictional boundaries. All existing and future buildings, facilities and populations are exposed to this hazard and could potentially be impacted in the entire Lubbock County planning area. However, drought impacts are mostly experienced in water shortages and crop/livestock losses on agricultural lands and typically have no impact on buildings. The economic impact of droughts can be significant as they produce a complex web of impacts that spans many sectors of the economy and reach well beyond the area experiencing physical drought. This complexity exists because water is integral to our ability to produce goods and provide services. If droughts extend over a number of years, the direct and indirect economic impact can be significant. Based on the nine reported previous occurrences and potential exposure for the hazard, the potential severity of impact of droughts is minor for the Lubbock County planning area and the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG with more than 10% of property destroyed. Annualized loss over the 62 -year reporting period in Lubbock County is $41.7 million annually. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 WILDFIRE Hazard Description................................................... Location and Historical Occurrences ....................... Significant Past Events ......................................... Extent....................................................................... Probability of Future Events .................................... Vulnerability and Impact .......................................... HAZARD DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................1 ...............................................................................1 .............................................................................19 ............................................................................. 20 ............................................................................. 35 ............................................................................. 35 A wildfire can rapidly spread out of control and occurs most often in the summer when the brush is dry and flames can move unchecked through a highly vegetative area. The fire often begins unnoticed and spreads quickly, lighting brush, trees and homes. Fires may also occur due to a campfire that was not doused properly, a tossed cigarette, burning debris, lightning or arson. Wildfires can start as a slow burn along the forest floor, killing and damaging trees. They often spread more rapidly as they reach the tops of trees, with wind carrying the flames from tree to tree. Usually, dense smoke is the first indication of a fire. Texas has seen a significant increase in the number of wildfires in the past 30 years, which included wildland, interface or intermix fires. Wildland fires are fueled almost exclusively by natural vegetation, while interface or intermix fires are urban/wildland fires in which vegetation and the built -environment provide the fuel. LOCATION AND HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES Wildfires can be a potentially damaging outgrowth of drought. While they are not confined to any specific geographic location, and can vary greatly in terms of size, location, intensity and duration, they are most likely to occur in open grasslands. The threat to people and property is greater in the fringe areas where developed areas meet open grass lands (Figures 11-1 to 11-14). It is estimated that six percent of the total population in Lubbock County live within the Wildland Urban Interface. However, the Lubbock County planning area is equally at risk for wildfires. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-1. Wildland Urban Interface Map — Lubbock County Wildland Urban Interface 1 - LT 1 hsl40 ac 2 - 1 hs140 to 1 hs120 ac -3- 1 h6120 to 1 h5110 ac 4- 1 hs110 to 1 hs15 ac -5- 1 hs/5 to 1 hs12 ac -6- 1 hsl2 to 3 hslac -7-GT3 Woo Roads a ty` "x M - - _ State H 114 19th St Lubbock Cary wolfforth cl ♦ • ;'" '. 1 �a T jJ _ s ew Deal town Shallowater x , •` �Z(Y a s zi 44 s t► j 1� Idalou Rd dlou city �ansom Canyon town buffalo Springs village G Slaton C Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 ty` "x - - _ State H 114 19th St Lubbock Cary wolfforth cl g1C. �q J5� . �Z(Y a s zi 44 s t► j 1� Idalou Rd dlou city �ansom Canyon town buffalo Springs village G Slaton C Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-2. Wildland Urban Interface Map — Village of Buffalo Springs & Lubbock County WCID #1 Wildland Urban Interface 1 - LT 1 hs140 ac o c 2 - 1 hsl4010 1 hsiM ac J Co Rd 6800 - 3 - 1 hsl2010 1 hsf10 ac 4 - 1 hsH 010 1 hsf5 ac 1 - 5- 1 hsl51. 1 hs12 ac 6 - 1 W210 3 hafac - 7 - GT 3 h.1— Roads Area Water ` 0 ngs village ■ 1p 1 € r Canyan t -10001o rc N ec.Rd7 �r A'+ E �iiSSSiii,,,iii/// a a S U � It is estimated that 91 percent of the total population in the Village of Buffalo Springs live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-3. Wildland Urban Interface Map — City of Idalou Wildland Urban Interface 1 - LT 1 hs140 ac 2 - 1 hs140 to 1 hs120 ac V - 3 - 1 hs120 to 1 h5110 ac u 4 - 1 hs110 to 1 hs15 ac -S-1 hs15 to 1 hsl2 ac Co Rd 6100 co Rd 6140 - 6 - 1 hsf2 to 3 hslac - 7 - CT 3 hslac Idalou ISD yea ® Lubbock Hospital District 510 • Critical Facilities Roads Area Water 0 Idalou city V S It is estimated that zero percent of the total population in the City of Idalou live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-4. 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Wildland Urban Interface Map — Northwest City of Lubbock Wildland Urban Interface Ca Rd 6260 1 - LT 1 hsi40 ac Co Rd 6300o R 960 a Co Rd 6309 o O2- 1 hs140 to 1 hs120 act m z _ -3- 1 hs120 to 1 hsJ10 ac. f ] ter{ I T 4- 1 W1 to 1 hs15 ac � r - 6- 1 hs15 to 1 h12 ac Co Rd 6460 Co Rd 6400 -6- 1 hs12 ac to 3 hslac ¢ Co Rd 6440,1 o - P - GT 3 hsfac � J VQ V i F,—hip ISD U ,r°3d 550D U 9 2� 7y Luhhock Cooper ISD 4 Ir• -� South Plalns College Imo_ Texas Tech University e - C © Lubbock Hospital District Fp SPAG - Lubbock city Stale Hwy 114 Roads U Area Water I Go Rd 6800 �pp i Co Rd 6 p a V ql. CO Rd 6900 Ca Rd6919+ ilL I -K U y� d'dj40 T "� P S u pur 32d Stata.SPwr 92T i i Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-6. 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Wildland Urban Interface Map — Southeast City of Lubbock Wildland Urban Interface 1 -L7 1 hs140 ac N ®2- t hs140 to 1 hs120 ac p + ry -3-i hsYlg tol �4- l heli 0 to 1 he15 ac �1 mil_-. 1 rGo Rd 6900 - 5 1 hs15 1 hs12 v ;:r - to ac _eS - 6 - 1 hs12 ac m 3 hslac� - 7-GT3hi Frenehip ISD L f tick Lubbock ISD $Isle L -P 269 SPale Loap 269 i Luhhock Cooper ISD a South Plains College Texas Tech University ? i Co Rd 7170 ® Lubbcck Hospital District $ Co Rd 7150 8 cei CO Rd7160 SPAG 4 0 E Co Rd 7200 Roads V V Area Water p i Cc Rd 7250 Co Rd 7250 Co Rd 7259 Co Rd 7300 E Ca Rd 7270 �' Co Rd 7300 Ca Rd 7319 o p i V ry Co Rd 7340 S K ry n re Ca Rd 7369 ry Co Rd 7400 t4 � � U Co Rd 7440 . U WE $ Co Rd 7499 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-8. Wildland Urban Interface Map — Southwest City of Lubbock Wildland Urban Interface 1 - LT 1 h.i— ac CORaseoa y 2 - 1 hs140 In 1 hs120 ac Co Rd 6Q" p i - 3 - 1 hs120 to 1 hs110 ac N 4- 1 hsl10 [0 1 hs/5 ac Co Rd 690DGoRd 6910 _ 5 - 1 hsl5 to 1 hs12 ac I Ca R s' — 6 - 1 hs12 ac to 3 hslac ¢ J ~ State Spur 327 pp i 7 F - 7 - GT 3 hsfac V J erste Frenship ISD Ca9ld 6� pi r P i LoW 28B Lubbock ISD U P P Lubbock Cooper ISD Co Rd 7-e0 Lubbock city e T South Plains College IH Ah City . 1. 9 Texas Yeah University L p + p y ® Lubbock Hospital District SPAG Co Rd 7200 Roads _ + P Area Water co Rd 7300 r co Rd 7300 � Q S u ¢ �o q s Co Rd74010yWCa Rd 7440 Co Rd 7400 Ca Rd 7460 71 y Co Rd 7470 0.0�-t I U Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-9. Wildland Urban Interface Map —Town of New Deal Wildland Urban Interface co Rd 5500 E Go Rd 5500 1 - LT 1 hs140 ac 2 - 1 hs/40 to 1 hs/20 ac 3- 1 hs/20 to 1 MOO ac 4 - 1 hs110 to 1 hs15 ac 5- 1 hs/5 to 1 hs/2 ac 6- 1 hs/2 to 3 hs/ac - 7 - GT 3 hs/ac i New Dea9 ISD Roads Area Water R w i ti O N 11 3j O i N Z V d' New Ca Rd 5700 Co Rd 5700 WV e II S d lod Lubbock It is estimated that 60 percent of the total population in the Town of New Deal live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-10. Wildland Urban Interface Map — Town of Ransom Canyon It is estimated that 66 percent of the total population in the Town of Ransom Canyon live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-11. Wildland Urban Interface Map — Unincorporated County, Roosevelt ISD WiIdland Urban Interface Cu Rd 6400 1 - LT 1 hs140 ac E co Rd 6400 — Go RC 6409 z - i hs140 to 1 hs120 ac U � 3 - 1 hs120 to 1 hs110 ec � Ca RB 6454 8 rc Co Rd 6500 4 - 1 hs110 to 1 hs15 ac S Co Rd 6500 5 Co Rd &500 a ® 5 - 1 hs15 to 1 hs12 ac ii o ® 5 - 1 hs12 to 3 hslac �. _ 7 - GT 3 hslac 6 Co Rd 6600 m E Ca Rd 6600 E Ca Rtl S61 P Roosevelt ISD V Roads Ca Rd 8840 Ca Rd 6650 Area Water Cp Rd 6660 E Ca Rd 6700 Ca_R_d_67.00 CORd6710 CCRd B710 G U c? 8600 Ca Rd 6500 Co Rd 5840 u Co Rd 6840 Co Rd 6900 U Co Rd 6800 Co Rd 6840 r Q u° Cu Rd 68'59 CO Rd 7000 w + r gsvillaguill' ' y - yen 1 Eink 1 8 o S — Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-12. Wildland Urban Interface Map — City of Shallowater Wildland Urban Interface CO Rd 6eso 1 - LT 1 he140 ac Co Rd 5870 2 - 1 he/40 to 1 h.120 as - 3 - 1 hs120 to 1 hsfl0 ac z, Go Rd 5840 4 - 1 hs110 to 1 hs15 ac Saesk� P Co rd:,:,:n - 5- 1 hs15 to 1 hsf2 ao a P y - 6 - 1 hs12 to 3 hsrac i - 7 - GT 3 hsfac Shallowater ISD Shallowa er city ® Lubbock Hospital District • Critical Facilities Roads Area Water rc Go qd 1400 Ca Rd 6000 Ca Rd 6040 K 2 V eo3a S It is estimated that 20 percent of the total population in the City of Shallowater live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-13. Wildland Urban Interface Map — City of Slaton Wildland Urban Interface E Ca Rd 7300 + Ot - LT 1 hs140 ac 2- 1 hs140 to 1 hs120 ac S Co Rd 7349 - 3- 1 hsl2010 1 hs/ID ac rc u 4- 1 hsli 0 to 1 hs/5 ac CO Rd 7400 - s- 1 hs15 la 1 hsl2 ac -6- 1 hsl2 lo:3 hslac 8 - 7 - GT 3 hslac 8 Slaton ISD 8 © Lubb-k Haspltal❑Isbicl ECO Rd 7500 Ca Rd 7500 • Critical Facilibes u° Roads � E Co Rd 7540 Area Water U E CaRd 7600 0 Co- Rd 7600 Ca Rd 3900 K V P + CO Rd 7700 E Co Rd 7790 Slaton city N E o U U rc E C. Rd 7800 a Co Rd 7900 Co Rd 7900 Co Rd 79DU 5 It is estimated that seven percent of the total population in the City of Slaton live within the Wildland Urban Interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-14. Wildland Urban Interface Map — City of Wolfforth Wildland Urban Interface 1 - LT 1 hsY40 all 2 -1 hs/4C to t hsr2C ac 1 - 3 - 1 hsr2C to 1 hs/10 ac J 4 - 1 hslla to 1 h515 sc ILL -5-1 hs15 to 1 hs12 ac _ Rd 7050 - 5 -1 hs12 to 3 hslac y - 7 - GT 3 hslac Frenship ISD Co Rd7 © Lubbock Hospital District p Wolfforth City a ® Critical Facilities V 0 Roads Area Water _ o Rd 7140 Lubbock City Co Rd 7200 N N' + L 0 u S Ca Rd 73 Co Rd 7360 Co Rd 7300 It is estimated that 49 percent of the total population in the City of Wolfforth live within the Wildland Urban Interface. From 1985 to 2012, the Texas Forest Service (TFS) database reported 956 wildfire events within Lubbock County lines. TFS started collecting wildfire data in 1985, but volunteer fire departments did not start reporting events until 2005. Prior to 2005, there was only one recorded wildfire event in Lubbock County, which occurred in 2002. Due to the lack of recording prior to 2005, frequency calculations were based on a 6.5 year period, and only data received during those years were included in the calculations. The map below shows approximate locations of wildfires, which can be grass or brushfires of any size (Figure 11- 15). Tables 11-1 thru 11-4 provide jurisdictional information (provided by local volunteer fire departments) on number of fires reported by year, number of fires by month, acreage of suppressed wildfire by year, and number of wildfires by ignition causes. Historical wildfire data for the following are provided within a city-wide basis per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases: Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 is included in Buffalo Springs; Idalou ISD in Ill Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG in Lubbock; New Deal ISD in New Deal; Shallowater ISD in Shallowater; Slaton ISD in Slaton; and Frenship ISD in Wolfforth. Roosevelt ISD, and Lubbock County Hospital District historical data are provided within the county -wide data. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE i Lubbock County Jurisdictions ISD°s M Univeristies Hosptal SPAG • Water District Are a W ate r Acres Burned ■ 0-365 ❑ 365-1,600 ❑ 1,600-5,000 ■ 5, 000 - 89,200 Figure 11-15. Location and Historic Wildfire Events for Lubbock County c a ❑ ° ❑ ❑ ❑ D ❑ ° D ■ • �❑❑ ° ° ■ • Beal town m ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ c ■ ■ 9 Shallowater g ❑ ®❑® p o g l❑ ❑❑ °° ° ° • ®alou cry ❑ ° • ❑ ■ C) coo `a Vic❑ ❑❑ o Dov ©o0:5 ■ , lqwp® ; °❑7 "p� ° ❑ c Ransom Canyontown ❑�© '` ❑❑ a' °,i4lolft.rth ch c® • ®❑ czJ ❑ ❑ o OuffA) Springs village ❑ o °°❑ 8 ■ ■ ° �° ❑ °8 p C, ° ❑ ■ ■ ❑ Soo') °c Table 11-1. Number of Fires Reported By Year Lubbock County Village of Buffalo Springs City of Idalou City of Lubbock Town of New Deal Town of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater City of Slaton 0 109 6 68 157 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 8 0 2 4 0 1 0 0 2 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 0 13 0 0 38 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE City of Wolfforth 0 0 0 0 1 South Plains College 0 1 0 0 0 Texas Tech University System N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Water Control & Improvement District #1 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A ReportedTotal Incidents Table 11-2. Number of Fires Reported By Month Lubbock County 70 97 Village of Buffalo 0 1 Springs 7 6 City of Idalou 0 0 City of Lubbock 2 7 Town of New Deal 0 2 Town of Ransom N/ N/ Canyon A A City of Shallowater N/ N/ 0 A A City of Slaton 16 19 City of Wolfforth 0 0 South Plains College 0 1 Texas Tech University N/ N/ System A A Water Control & N/ N/ Improvement District #1 A A .. Iv®n 57 36 17 14 26 4 2 7 6 5 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A N/A A N/A A N/A N/A A N/A N/A N/A N/A A N/A A N/A N/A A N/A 8 6 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A N/A A N/A A N/A N/A A N/A N/A N/A N/A A N/A A N/A N/A A N/A Table 11-3. Acreage of Suppressed Wildfire by Year JURISDICTION MMOMM Lubbock County 0 1,576.42 6.14 800.62 913.27 Village of Buffalo Springs 0 0.25 0 0.25 0.01 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 17 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE City of Idalou 0 0 0 0 1 City of Lubbock 0 359.8 0 1.5 8 Town of New Deal 0 1 0 0 0.7 Town of Ransom Canyon N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A City of Shallowater N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A City of Slaton 0 4.2 0 0 29.72 City of Wolfforth 0 0 0 0 1 South Plains College 0 10 0 0 0 Texas Tech University System N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Water Control & Improvement District 41 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Lubbock County Village of Buffalo Springs City of Idalou City of Lubbock Town of New Deal Town of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater City of Slaton City of Wolfforth South Plains College Texas Tech University System Water Control & Improvement District #1 Table 11-4. Number of Wildfires by Cause 3 3 72 28 12 7 152 9 55 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 7 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1 0 1 2 1 0 22 0 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 18 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENTS March 17, 2009 — Lubbock County Breezy winds and warm temperatures promoted very dry relative humidity near 10 percent over the central South Plains during the afternoon hours of March 17. While wind speeds were below critical fire weather values, a discarded cigarette sparked a grass fire that damaged an apartment complex in Lubbock. Local fire officials attributed the fire's rapid spread through a small patch of grassland to the dry and breezy weather and to the ongoing drought in creating cured fuels receptive to burning. A firefighter was injured fighting the blaze. Damages to the apartment complex were estimated to approach $100,000. February 14, 2011— Lubbock County Critical fire weather persisted throughout the daytime hours during a prolonged period from February 14- 17, when at least four significant wildfires occurred across the South Plains region of West Texas. High winds and dry conditions allowed a fire to spread quickly from Texas Highway 114 north of Wolfforth around 1535 CST on February 14. FM Road 179 was closed temporarily due to the fire and blinding smoke. Flames damaged a home before it was extinguished. A wildfire started southwest of Morton (Cochran County) around 1230 CST on the 16th charring 5,000 acres of grassland before it was finally brought under control around 1800 CST. Another fire on February 16 burned about 300 acres and threatened three homes near FM Road 2378 just east of the Hockley and Lubbock County line during the 1500 CST hour. A wildfire also ignited near Texas Highway 214 just north of Plains (Yoakum County) around 1315 CST on February 17. At least one home and an outbuilding were threatened and saved as the fire burned 640 acres. February 27, 2011— Lubbock County The passage of an intense upper air storm system over the Southern Plains of the U.S. on February 27 caused high winds, blowing dust, and an outbreak of destructive grassland wildfires that affected portions of three states. Winds caused power lines to arc in the 5600 block of 45th Street in Lubbock (Lubbock County). An urban-wildland fire quickly sparked and ran through yards and severely damaged six residences. Three homes, two sheds, two boats, and a vehicle were destroyed. A dog was killed, but no human casualties were reported. Lubbock firefighters additionally fought a fire near the 400 block of East 50th Street. That fire, also started by wind-blown power lines, severely damaged 23 vehicles in an automotive repair lot. In all, at least 11 wind -driven grassland wildfires impacted the extreme Southern Panhandle and the South Plains. The winds and wildfires that impacted the South Plains region of West Texas on February 27 clearly had a significant public impact. Although two persons were injured, no fatalities were reported. Total economic losses were estimated near $3.5 million. April 29, 2011— Lubbock County A potent storm system lingered over the western U.S. on April 29, but strong wind fields in advance of the system overspread West Texas during the afternoon hours. The strong downslope winds promoted hot Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 19 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE and dry conditions and extremely critical fire weather. A few damaging wind gusts occurred during the late afternoon. At 1533 CST, the Preston Smith International Airport's Automated Surface Observing System near Lubbock recorded a peak gust of 68 mph. Several minutes later, an intense wind gust caused damage to a Texas Forest Service greenhouse near Idalou (Lubbock County). The winds and associated hot and dry conditions, combined with the ongoing drought, resulted in several wind -driven wildfires. A fire spread and consumed two trailer homes and two outbuildings near Idalou (Lubbock County) leaving one man homeless and a firefighter injured. The fire developed as extremely critical fire weather interacted with a small burn area that was lit in violation of a burn ban the previous day (April 28). May 24, 2011— Lubbock County On May 24, an upper level storm system moved out of the Rockies causing a surface low pressure system to strengthen over the eastern Texas panhandle. In response, strong winds spread over the West Texas region during the afternoon hours. The strong winds lead to several wind -driven grass fires, as well as a couple of localized high wind gusts. Reduced visibilities were reported across the region with three- quarter mile visibility reported at Lubbock International Airport at 1453 CST. A severe wind gust was observed from the Texas Tech University Mesonet site at Reese Center (Lubbock County). The site measured a peak gust of 59 mph at 1440 CST, which was determined to be associated with the passage of a large wind -driven wildfire. This wildfire at Reese Center destroyed the mesonet site causing $12,000 in damage. Additionally, as the fire passed through the mesonet site, a maximum temperature of 148 degrees Fahrenheit was recorded at 1.5 meters before the sensor failed. The fire also destroyed the anemometer at a height of 10 meters. The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office closed roads near this wildfire due to low visibility and evacuated 30 to 50 residences. This fire burned a total of 1,200 acres before being contained at 1700 CST. EXTENT Fire risk is measured in terms of magnitude and intensity using the Keetch Byram Drought Index (KBDI), a mathematical system for relating current and recent weather conditions to potential or expected fire behavior. The KBDI determines forest fire potential based on a daily water balance, where a drought factor is balanced with precipitation and soil moisture (assumed to have a maximum storage capacity of eight inches), and is expressed in hundredths of an inch of soil moisture depletion. Each color on the map represents the drought index at that location. The drought index ranges from 0 to 800, where a drought index of 0 represents no moisture depletion, and an index of 800 represents absolutely dry conditions. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 20 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-16. KBDI for the State of Texas, 20121 FFXAS A&M I'T'ahti A&M�( 11.1 FL RESEARCH Keetch-Byrarn Drought Index 1.111112 Fire behavior can be categorized at four distinct levels: KBDI a-700 + 200 - 340 4W 300 - 400 400-500 504 - 600 WO - 700 700 - W—A 5QMJ'e5; PwrXRW •M %AVS 0 - 200 Soil and fuel moisture are high. Most fuels will not readily ignite or burn. However, with sufficient sunlight and wind, cured grasses and some light surface, fuels will burn in spots and patches. 200 - 400 Fires more readily burn and will carry across an area with no gaps. Heavier fuels will still not readily ignite and burn. Expect smoldering and the resulting smoke to carry into and possibly through the night. 400 - 600 Fires intensity begins to significantly increase. Fires will readily burn in all directions, exposing mineral soils in some locations. Larger fuels may burn or smolder for several days creating possible smoke and control problems. 600 - 800 Fires will burn to mineral soil. Stumps will burn to the end of underground roots and spotting will be a major problem. Fires will burn through the night, and heavier fuels will actively burn and contribute to fire intensity. Using the KBDI index is a good measure of the readiness of fuels for wildland fire. Caution should be exercised in dryer, hotter conditions, and the KBDI should be referenced as the area experiences changes in precipitation and soil moisture. 1 Lubbock County located within the black circle. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 21 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE The range for intensity for Lubbock County is within 600 to 700. The average extent to be mitigated for the Lubbock County planning area is a KBDI index of 603. At this level, fires will burn readily, exposing mineral soils. Larger fuels burn or smolder for several days, and create smoke control problems. Figures 11-17 through 11-30 identifies the wildfire intensity for Lubbock County and the participating entities. Characteristic FIS Non-Bumable 2 (Low) 2.5 3 (Moderate) 35 4 (High) M45 - 5 (Very High) _ Stali 114 19th 51 Lubbock citRy Figure 11-17. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Lubbock County Shallowater N W + L S Wolfforth cit 1 c . " . m _ ew Deal town Z `►�. Idalou Rd Idalou city ` �b �a ) 'Ransom Canyon town l 8` ff I prings village dr . Slaton city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 22 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-18. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Village of Buffalo Springs & Lubbock County WCID #1 Characteristic FIS Ca Rd &300 Roads Non-Bamable 2 ¢ow} 25 9 (Modamta) 3,5 4 {High) r ••— 4.5 Co- Rd 7000 - 5 (Very High) .� J 4K. � .... Area Water ~ •�r - ' BU n9s village -a �e Ransom Canyon townRIP OA L —_ s, ECO Rd 7100 U V Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 23 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-19. Fire Intensity Scale Map — City of Idalou Characteristic FIS I� Non -Burnable I� 2 (Low) I� 25 V U I� 3 (Moderate) I 3.5 CO Rd 6109 I Go Pct 6100 I� 4 (High) 45 5 (Very High) ■�tig Y\s111 Itlalou ISD © Lubbock Hospital District • Critical Facilities Roads • Idalou city Area Water p i ■ 1 4JJN'` ■ 1L' Y C S Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 24 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Characteristic FIS Non -Burnable 2(Low) 2.5 3 (Moderate) 3.5 •I iHigh) L� 4.5 - 5 (Very High) Frenship ISD LubbOC$ ISD Lubbock Cooper Iso South Plains College Texas Tech University ® Lubbock Hospital District SPAG Roads Area Water Figure 11-20. Fire Intensity Scale Map — City of Lubbock 'd58x'0 Co Rd 5636 - co Rd 58 513 - U Shallowater oR 3 Ca Rd 6000 c. Cd Rd ti�ll0 _ r Co Rd 5100 Co Rd 6100 a z Co Rd 6140 v $ -cp Rd 6150Go Rd 52UC�: v e Co Rd 6300 G9 Caf�.g360. ¢ z o: Co Rd 6406 o Cc Rd 6400 i ci x U Co Rd 6000 U Z a, ECo Rd6100 g Iu y Co Rd 6200 Ca Rd B440 �� W Co Rd 6524 U Ca Rd 6500 7 �§ p S Co Rd 5500 Z State Hwy"114 - Sorg E Ca Rd 64000 �K K U U E Co Rd 6600 � K v V Co Rtl¢900 R ,u -.' 4 E Ca Rd 7200 v Ca Rd 7300 r � � � g V u Co Rd 7400 U � U Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 25 p U Co Rd 6800 D y Go Rd 6830 Lubt ity Co Rd 5000 pP p + B Co Rd 8940 Spur 327 i L L pq oSUnd, m Co Rd 7009 o L L All $tale _-o p 259 State li 289 >© wolfforth City Co i g rc � C.Rd7300 �, Co Rd 7300 L CO Ra 7310 q " SCo Rd 7350 _ Co RU 7340 r $ u Co Rd 7404 o 0 Co Rd 7440 + v Co Rd 7450 Sorg E Ca Rd 64000 �K K U U E Co Rd 6600 � K v V Co Rtl¢900 R ,u -.' 4 E Ca Rd 7200 v Ca Rd 7300 r � � � g V u Co Rd 7400 U � U Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 25 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-21. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Northwest City of Lubbock Characteristic FIS Cn Rd8229 a Non -Burnable c cu Ra 5260 Ca Re 6809._.: Rd 6390 Co Rt'. f 2.5 u 3 (Moderate) u Ca Rd 8490 Z G ✓t. d 6400 4 (High) 4.5 m U U U ¢ Co Rd 6500 -5(Very High) :-Co Rd 6520 V Frenship ISD i Lubbock ISD Lubbock Cooper VSD a. South Plains College �. Texas Tech University ,-- - State Hwy F14 , Lubbock city © Lubbock Hospital District + SPAG - 1 "bryI PP P Reads Ca Rd 6800 8 Area Water „_ ? CO Rd .367.'-. V l!J i co Rd 6800 Co Rd 6499 tz" vp Pp r 2 Co Rd 6940 2'Y7' ��• . Q 9m ¢Spay 32l Stale Spur 327 NtE:! [j �j]* GO Rd 7009 p + P + State Loop 28 //h�am� W4�iiE '''����VVVV(/// �© S Ca Rd n99 WolHo city y P J. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 26 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-22. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Northeast City of Lubbock Characteristic FIS .6 ;r - 'Ra65co Lubbock city PP �` AL'. -t• Cc Rd 6205 Non -Burnable Ca Rd 6200 o 2 (Low) u z Cc Rd 5900 2.5 Pp 3 (Moderate) FC U U 3.5 Ca Rd 6700 CO Rd 6709 z Co Rd 6000 9 (High) � - a 45 a u z s Hi - 5(Vry High) z Ca Rd 6100 ,. o Frenship ISD g U Lubbock ISD Co Rtl 6300 v _ . ^� New Deal town U z o a S Ca Rd Mad Z Co Rd 6000 o f U ECn Rd 6100 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 27 .6 ;r - 'Ra65co Lubbock city PP �` AL'. -t• Cc Rd 6205 Ca Rd 6200 Lubbock Capper ISD Ti' "7uU z Pp FC U U is Ca Rd 6700 CO Rd 6709 - South Plains College - n Pp pp P pyp� 1 S + �� Texas Tech University+_ Co Rtl 6300 n © Lubbock Hospital Di',' strict o- a SPAG Z�a + Roads - Sr- E Ca Rd 6400 Area Water �Lr -- ,i -- 3 �>• Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 27 .6 ;r - 'Ra65co Lubbock city PP �` AL'. -t• Ti' "7uU z Pp FC U U is Ca Rd 6700 CO Rd 6709 n Pp pp P pyp� 1 S + Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 27 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-23. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Southeast City of Lubbock Characteristic FISF-1 I:I Non -Bumble 2 (Lowjill, Hwy 114_t„ _ Ca Rd 6700 Ca Rd 67D9 2.5 3 (ModeraleS 3.5 i EM 4 (High) Z. 4.5-iR.- - 5 (Very High).. p i 4-renship ISD ? i � P 66 ck cit P Lu?k � m Lubbock ISD Lubbock Cooper ISD d4o SW04.p 284 Sbte Looe 289 - _ South Plains Gollege FLI—VO Texas Tech University ® Lubbock Hospital District^' Co Rd 71 30 SPAG +, S Roads �., o Z. t� c E Ca Rd 7200 – U Area Water• P y Co Rd 7250 Coiid 7260 s Co Rd 7900 ,_ Ca Rd 7310 Co Rd 7300 a -' G. Rd 7340 U Co Rd i400 Co Rtl 736D $' N Co Rd 7400 + y N E v Ge Rd 7450 E Co Rd 7500 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 28 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-24. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Southwest City of Lubbock Characteristic FIS Non-Sumable 2.5 — State Hwy 114 3 (Moderate) 3.5 pp i 4 (High) Rtl 8800 i i 4.5 -_- Cc Sa e43;, p - 5 (Very High) p rn� pF .L rrrrtt p � C. 0900 � y' Frenship ISD g2 Cb Rd 5030 Lubbock ISD p V g o. Lubbock city 3� 7 p p ,e gpuv Staie Spur 327 W Lubbock Cooper SID Co Rd 7000 3t 'State tb�299 South Plains College S i Svaie Loop las 1 Texas Tech University © Lubbock Hospital District Co Rd 7100 Wolftarth city L � SPAG Roads Area Water Co Rd 7200 0 e 0 + Cu Rd 7300 ,. Ca Rd 7309 � � g S U N o /rA� V c V Go Rd 7400 M1hr,+J{y'+R i'ff U U S - Co Rd 7440 , CO Rd 7450 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 29 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-25. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Town of New Deal Wildland Urban Interface Co Rd 5500 ; - E Co Rd 5500 Non -Burnable 2 (Low) i WIF 2.5 )" 3 (Moderate) P y / 3.5 4 (High) a 4.5 - 5 (Very High) New Deal ISD Roads p Area Water o r n P_ cv N Z � Nees Deetkni Co Rd 5700 riCo Rd 5700 _ F i N E W+ 7 Le r J F115 1 Lubbock city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 30 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-26. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Town of Ransom Canyon Characteristic FIS Non -Burnable z (Law) 2.5 3 (Mauerele) 3,5 4 {High) 4.5 - 5 {Very High) Roads Area Water ■ ■ Buffalo Springs village ■ i i �■ ■ I♦ f �.- i - ■Z■ —■ _ naom — ■MEN — Z— �— L r � ■i� Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 31 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-27. Fire Intensity Scale Map — Unincorporated County, Roosevelt ISD Characteristic FVS E Cc Rd 6400 Non -Burnable 2 (Low) a� U 2'5 Co Rd 5460 O3 (Moderate) fL 3,5 I� 4(High) U. 4.5 - 5 (Very High) Roosevelt ISO Co Rd 8560 Roads Co Rd 61 Area Water E Ca Rd 6700 Co Rd 6400 S Ca Rd 6500 g U OC e e E Co Rd 6600 tJ CB Rd 6640 +� U l Co Rd 6700 U K S 8 Ca Rd 6710 Cc Rd 6710 Ca Rd 6400 S � U Cc Rd 6500 Co Rd 6500 "- U Ca Rd 6600 E Co Rd 6610 Co Rd 6600 Ca Rd 6000 U Cc Rd 5840 Co fid 6640 ..i ',J UL. 6 — U v Co Rd 6900 r> m n ,,��{{�� Co Rd 6944 � '*' -.Y V Ca Rd 6860 Cc Rd 7000 4`' fey - t Buffalo Springs village -} W - Ransom Canyon town 1 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 32 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-28. Fire Intensity Scale Map — City of Shallowater Characteristic FIS Co Rd sego Nan -Burnable Co Rd 5670 2(Low} o 2.5 Co Rd 5846 3 (Moderate) al CO Rd 59Q0 3-5 4 (High) 4-5. - 5 (Very High) p Shallowater city I Shallowater ISD + © Lubbock Hospital District SraaS - • Critical Facilities Roads Area Water t4 Go Rd 54b0 CO Rd 6000 Co Rd 6000 o U 16 +17. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 33 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-29. Wildland Urban Interface Map — City of Slaton Characteristic FIS Non-@urnahle 2 (Law) $ 340 ¢ Go Rd T � Q 2.5 rc U 3 (Moderate) Co Rd 7400 3.5 4 H 9h) 45 - 5 (Very High) 8 Slat— ISO E Co Rd 7500 Co Rd 7500 © Lubbock Hospital District .1 O Cntira:I Facilities E Co Rd 7540 Roads c� Area Water F C. Rd 7860 'Cm Rtl 7600 CU Rd 38rG kk + s + 1 ' Co Rd 7700 ECo 867700 � � Simon city „ \ a: V U $ S ti E Cm Rd 7800 Co Rd 7900 Cm Rd 7900 Co Rd 7900 u � Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 34 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-30. Fire Intensity Scale Map — City of Wolfforth Characteristic FIS = Nan-Buroable F i� -ft 2 (9.61} 2.5 3(Moderate) Co Rd 7059 35 4 (High) � 45 �n - 5 (Very High) Co Rd 7100P. WoWorth city �' S p i Frenship ISL IID Lubbock Hospital District F-- a��u 7r ® Critical Facilities 5�`0 A Co Rd 7140 r Roads r — ' 'i Area Water iL It. _ S4� a97 r n Lubbock city S Co Rd 72290 Ca Rd 7200 Co Ra 7200 n' i r N +1 S Ca Rd 7300 • Co Rd 7300 n Co Rd 7300 PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Wildfires can occur at any time of the year. As the jurisdictions within the county move into wildland, the potential area of occurrence of wildfire increases. With 956 events in a 6.5 year period, an event within Lubbock County, including all participating jurisdictions, Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock ISD, Lubbock - Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG is highly likely, meaning an event is probable within the next year. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Periods of drought, dry conditions, high temperatures, and low humidity set the stage for wildfires. Areas along railroads and people whose homes are in rural woodland settings have an increased risk of being affected by wildfire. The heavily populated, urban areas of Lubbock County are not likely to experience large, sweeping fires; however, areas outside of city limits and in the unincorporated areas of the County are vulnerable. Unoccupied buildings and open spaces that have not been maintained have the greatest vulnerability to wildfire. The overall level of concern for wildfires is located mostly along the perimeter of the study area where wildland and urban areas interface. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 35 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Areas along railroads and people with homes in wooded, rural areas have an increased risk of wildfire. The sparsely populated participating jurisdictions and rural areas of Buffalo Springs, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, and Wolfforth are capable of experiencing large sweeping fires, especially where areas of vegetation are not maintained. There are no critical facilities at risk in Buffalo Springs, but the Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 covers all of Buffalo Springs, so if a severe wildfire event were to occur, their utilities and roads would be at risk. In New Deal, Ransom Canyon, and Wolfforth, their police stations, volunteer fire departments and schools would be at risk. Also at risk is Wolfforth Community Health Center in Wolfforth. Areas along major highways in Shallowater and Slaton have an increased vulnerability where empty lots and unoccupied areas are located. Shallowater Police Department, Woodard Academy, residences, commercial buildings, and the railroad in Shallowater have a moderate vulnerability, due to the wildland urban interface at these critical facilities, compared to a lower risk in Slaton where the Library of Legacies is located. The populous areas of the City of Lubbock, where most critical facilities are located in Lubbock County, experience a lower vulnerability to wildfire due to the low level of wildland urban interface. The northern and eastern portions of the city, however, have a higher risk corresponding to the increase of interface and unmaintained grasslands and vegetation. This includes Lubbock Fire Marshal's Office, schools and residences. The City of Idalou has a very low vulnerability to wildfire due to the low level of wildland urban interface. There are a few commercial buildings that have a low threat to wildfire. Throughout the Lubbock County planning area, the elderly and individuals with comprised respiratory systems are the most vulnerable to a wildfire event. Diminished air quality may result from smoke plumes and fine particles of invisible soot and ash that are too small for the respiratory system to filter. These conditions can lead to immediate illness and possibly lung disease, if the exposure is intense and long in duration. Within Lubbock County, a total of 956 fire events were reported from 2006 to 2012. All of these events were suspected wildfires. Historic loss and annualized estimates due to wildfires are presented in Table 11-5 below. The frequency is approximately 147 events every year. Table 11-5. Historic Loss Estimates Due to Wildfire Village of Buffalo Springs 3 0.51 N/A 0 0 0.1 z Events divided by 6.5 years of data. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 36 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE City of Idalou 1 1 N/A 1 0 0.2 City of Lubbock 14 369.3 N/A 1 0 56.8 Town of New Deal 3 1.7 N/A 0 0 0.3 Town of Ransom Canyon N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A City of Shallowater N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A City of Slaton 51 33.92 N/A 0 0 5.2 City of Wolfforth 1 1 N/A 0 0 0.2 South Plains College 1 10 N/A 0 0 1.5 Texas Tech University N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A System Water Control & N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Improvement District #1 Lubbock County 956 183,719 92 4 0 28,265 Lubbockh # M Figures 11-31 through 11-44 show Lubbock County and the threat of wildfire to the County and participating jurisdictions. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 37 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-31. Wildfire Threat — Lubbock County Wildfire Threat jTAw _ Non -Burnable - 1 (Low)IV, � --• 1< ,i, 'if - w . ®2* s$' 3{Moderate _ �, -- iM®eallatrm 4 r't - - �OL Tom* h sh albwat er cit N - 5 (High} -7(VerY'High) c{ty--ham. r - • c Lu66ock city- .. Ransom iry6n t yliOlffOftn C Y �.. _ - , .. a Buff - , 4 SIMM city Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 38 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-32. Wildfire Threat — Village of Buffalo Springs & Lubbock County WCID #1 Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable - 9 (Low) Z 3(Moderate) 4 0 5CHgh) 5 - 7 (Very High) Buffalo Springs village �I Ransom Canyon town Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 39 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-33. Wildfire Threat — City of Idalou Wildfire Threat Non-&umable - 1 (Low) 2 3(Moderate) Y F 4 5 (High) - 6 7 NerY Htghy Idalou ISD ® Lubbock Hospital District • Critical Faculties • Idalou city elf I �V V — Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 40 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-34. Wildfire Threat — City of Lubbock Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable - 1 (Lowe 2 3(ldoderate 4 5 (High) - 7 (Very High) Lubbock ISD Lubbock Cooper ISD Frenship ISD © Luhbock Hospital District South Plains College SPAG New Nealtoum Shallowater city 'Ifl � i i — — i Qt _} 6 Lubblk c P Wulfforth R _ Z - • F �• Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 41 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-35. Wildfire Threat — Northwest City of Lubbock Lubbock city � p P ip P Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 42 Wildfire Threat Non 11110 " -Burnable - 1 (Lowy _ 3(rlotlerate} -' 4 �-- 5 (Hight' s. 6 L- FC - 7 (Very High) ., Lubbock ISD Lubbock Cooper ISD d .4 FrenshiPIED © Lubbock Hospital District South Plains College - SPAG� Lubbock city � p P ip P Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 42 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-36. Wildfire Threat — Northeast City of Lubbock New tle�t ower ' Wildfire Threat L y Non -Burnable I � , i �� r y - 9 (Low) .. l 3(M oderat ep 4~ ® 5(High) - i 6 - 7(Very High) Lubbock ISD '{ } Lubbock Cooper ISD i_ - I Frenship ISD © Lubbock Hospital District „� .� f F- 1 South Plains College – SPAG p ) b4tick,cAY + L E © i S = Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 43 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-37. Wildfire Threat — Southeast City of Lubbock Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 44 -, Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable 1 (Lowy _ ® 2 y s 3 (Moderate@ S 5 (High) P Pp + y 6 © t -` - - 7 CJery High) Lubbmk city - I Lubbock ISD F� Lubbock Cooper lGD P. y Frenship ISD Lubbock Hospital District � South Plains College �► pp .r• �3 lr 7w x S i N4 6 _ Y� C Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 44 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-38. Wildfire Threat — Southwest City of Lubbock Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable r, ' - 1 (Low} Z 3 (Lt o derot e i 4 5 (Hi4hi ® 6 - 7 (Very High) Lubbock ISD '+ n Lubtrock Cooper lSID P Renship ISD © Lubbock Hospital District South Plains College SPAG Lubbock cry ■ F �j p + L p ® + 1 I Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 45 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-39. Wildfire Threat — Town of New Deal Wildfire Threat 0 ' = Non-6umahle _ _La -1Ui ® 2 3 Qd oderate) G StHlgh' 6 7 CVery High! New Deal 15❑ F- 5I *Lrr�-� Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 46 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-40. Wildfire Threat — Town of Ransom Canyon Wildfire Threat u Non-9urnaGle - 1 �Lrw; Buffalo Springs village _ 2 i. 3 (Gd ode rate; 4 5 MigW 7 7 Nery High) Ransom Canyon town I F S Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 47 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-41. Wildfire Threat — Unincorporated Area/Roosevelt ISD Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable �fLow) 3 U�loderate) 4 5 [High) 7(ver, High) Roosevel lM V S 7 R a � i � F 3 &�Pw.!'_rin gs village I CJ Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 48 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-42. Wildfire Threat — City of Shallowater Wildfire Threat Non-Bumable - 1 (Low) e - 2 3[moderate) -� • PF� F--]4 5 CHi9h) 6 - 7 very High) Sh albwater city • Shall—ter ISD '- ® Lubbock Hospital District • Critical Facilities 1 5 — Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 49 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-43. Wildfire Threat — City of Slaton Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable _ - 1 (Low) �z 3 (M ode rai e) L �4 LL 5(Hl9h) 6 - 7 i'dery High) - Slaton ISL •� — © W bbock Hospital Listrid o LYtical Facilities F -- a Slaton city r 1l -+B 5 _ Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 50 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Figure 11-44. Wildfire Threat — City of Wolfforth Wildfire Threat Non -Burnable r Nowa 3 (Moderate) l� 4 5 fHighp 7 (Very Hi9h1Ifforth city Frenship ISD 7 • Lubbock Hospital District • Critical Facilities J Lull cicy ALlillill— +F = S Climatic conditions such as severe freezes and drought can significantly increase the intensity of wildfires as these conditions kill vegetation, creating a prime fuel source for these types of fires. The intensity of fires and the rate at which they spread are directly related to wind speed, temperature, and relative humidity. The severity of impact of major wildfire events can be substantial. Such events can cause multiple deaths, completely shut down facilities for thirty days or more, and cause more than fifty percent of affected properties to be destroyed or suffer major damage. Severity of impact is gauged by acreage burned, homes and structures lost, and injuries and fatalities. Based on this, impact for Lubbock County can be considered to be major, or injuries could possibly result in permanent disability, complete shutdown of critical facilities for at least two weeks, and more than 25 percent of property destroyed or with major damage. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 51 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Table 11-6. Impact by Jurisdiction Lubbock County has an estimated 16,932 people or 6% of the total population that live within the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). Lubbock Lubbock County, including citizens in unincorporated areas, could County Major be injured or suffer illnesses that result in permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for at least two weeks, and more than 25 percent of total property could be damaged. The Village of Buffalo Springs has semi -dense areas in the WUI, and those areas have a moderate to high wildfire risk. Although there Village of are moderate to high risk areas, there have only been three Buffalo Minor wildfire events over the last 6.5 years and 0.5 acres burned. Springs Therefore, citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Town of Ransom Canyon has areas of semi -dense population within the WUI, and has a moderate to high wildfire risk. Although Town of there are moderate to high risk areas, there have been no Ransom Minor recorded wildfire events over the last 6.5 years. Citizens could be Canyon injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 52 City of Idalou doesn't contain any areas within the WUI, and the City only has a few small areas with a low wildfire threat. Any City of Idalou Limited injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. If critical facilities are shut down, it would be for 24 hours or less, and it is expected that less than 10 percent of property would be damaged. The City of Lubbock has areas in the Northeast that are densely (greater than 3 houses per 1 acre) and semi -densely (1 house per 2 acres to 3 houses per 1 acre) populated in the WUI. These areas City of have a moderate to high wildfire threat. The City of Lubbock has Lubbock Major experienced 14 wildfire events over the past 6.5 years that caused a total of 370 acres to burn. Citizens in the city could be injured or suffer illnesses that could cause permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for at least 2 weeks, and over 25 percent of total property could be damaged. The Town of New Deal has areas that are semi -densely populated Town of New in the WUI, and those areas have a low to moderate wildfire Deal Minor threat. Citizens in the town could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Town of Ransom Canyon has areas of semi -dense population within the WUI, and has a moderate to high wildfire risk. Although Town of there are moderate to high risk areas, there have been no Ransom Minor recorded wildfire events over the last 6.5 years. Citizens could be Canyon injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 52 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Frenship ISD has one school located within the WUI, and has a high City of Shallowater has semi -dense areas in the WUI in the City of southwest portion of the City, and the area has a moderate Shallowater Minor wildfire threat. Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. City of Slaton has a small area of semi -dense population in the Idalou ISD WUI, although the area has a low wildfire threat. Slaton has City of Slaton Minor experienced 51 wildfire events in the past 6.5 years that caused only 7.8 acres to burn. Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down Lubbock ISD for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. The City of Wolfforth has semi -densely populated areas in the WUI, and the areas have a high wildfire threat; however, there has City of only been one recorded wildfire event in the last 6.5 years. Minor Wolfforth Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent Lubbock- disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 Cooper ISD percent of total property could be damaged. Frenship ISD has one school located within the WUI, and has a high risk to wildfire. In addition, three other schools are in areas with Frenship ISD Minor moderate to high wildfire threat. Citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Idalou ISD is located in a non -burnable area, is outside of the WUI, Idalou ISD Limited and has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Lubbock ISD is located primarily in non -burnable areas, except there are four schools located in the WUI in moderate wildfire risk Lubbock ISD Minor areas. Therefore, students and staff could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock -Cooper ISD is located in non -burnable areas, is outside of Lubbock- the WUI, and has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or Limited Cooper ISD illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. New Deal ISD has two schools in non -burnable areas and one New Deal ISD Limited school is located in the WUI and has a low wildfire risk. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 53 SECTION 11: WILDFIRE Lubbock County WCID #1 has areas of semi -dense areas in the Lubbock WUI, and has a moderate to high risk to wildfire threat. Therefore, County WCID Minor citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent #1 disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. SPAG is located in a non -burnable area, and has no threat to SPAG Limited wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 54 Roosevelt ISD is located in a non -burnable area and outside of the Roosevelt ISD Limited WUI, therefore has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Shallowater ISD is located mainly in non -burnable areas except for Shallowater one school that is located in the WUI and has a moderate wildfire Limited threat. Although, there have been no recorded wildfire events. ISD Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Slaton ISD is located in non -burnable areas and outside of the WUI, Slaton ISD Limited and has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. South Plains College is located in a non -burnable area and outside South Plains Limited of the WUI, and has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries College or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Texas Tech Texas Tech University System is located in a non -burnable area, University Limited and has no threat to wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses System would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Lubbock County Hospital District is located mostly in non -burnable Lubbock areas, except there is one health center in Wolfforth located in the County WUI and has a high wildfire risk. Therefore, citizens could be Hospital Minor injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent disability. Critical District facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. Lubbock County WCID #1 has areas of semi -dense areas in the Lubbock WUI, and has a moderate to high risk to wildfire threat. Therefore, County WCID Minor citizens could be injured or suffer illnesses, but not permanent #1 disability. Critical facilities could be shut down for a week, and 10 percent of total property could be damaged. SPAG is located in a non -burnable area, and has no threat to SPAG Limited wildfire. Therefore, any injuries or illnesses would be treatable with first aid, with minor quality of life lost. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 54 DAM FAILURE HazardDescription........................................................................................................................................1 Location......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Extent............................................................................................................................................................ 4 Historical Occurrences................................................................................................................................14 Probabilityof Future Events.......................................................................................................................15 Vulnerabilityand Impact.............................................................................................................................15 HAZARD DESCRIPTION Dams are water storage, control or diversion structures that impound water upstream in reservoirs. Dam failure can take several forms, including a collapse or breach in the structure. While most dams have storage volumes small enough that failures have few to no repercussions, dams storing large amounts can cause significant flooding downstream. Dam failures can result from any one, or a combination of, the following causes: Prolonged periods of rainfall and flooding, which cause most failures; Inadequate spillway capacity, resulting in excess overtopping of the embankment; Internal erosion caused by embankment or foundation leakage or piping; Improper maintenance, including failure to remove trees, repair internal seepage problems, or maintain gates, valves, and other operational components; Improper design or use of improper construction materials; Failure of upstream dams in the same drainage basin; Landslides into reservoirs, which cause surges that result in overtopping; High winds, which can cause significant wave action and result in substantial erosion; Destructive acts of terrorists; and Earthquakes, which typically cause longitudinal cracks at the tops of the embankments, leading to structural failure. Benefits provided by dams include water supplies for drinking, irrigation and industrial uses; flood control; hydroelectric power; recreation; and navigation. At the same time, dams also represent a risk to public safety. Dams require ongoing maintenance, monitoring, safety inspections, and sometimes even rehabilitation to continue safe service. In the event of a dam failure, the energy of the water stored behind the dam is capable of causing rapid and unexpected flooding downstream, resulting in loss of life and great property damage. A devastating effect on water supply and power generation could be expected as well. The terrorist attacks of PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE September 11, 2001 generated increased focus on protecting the country's infrastructure, including ensuring the safety of dams. One major issue with the safety of dams is their age. The average age of America's 80,000 dams is 51 years. More than 2,000 dams near population centers are in need of repair, according to statistics released in 2009 by the Association of State Dam Safety Officials. In addition to the continual aging of dams, there have not been significant increases in the number of safety inspectors, resulting in haphazard maintenance and inspection. The Association of State Dam Safety Officials estimate that $16 billion will be needed to fix all high -hazard dams, but the total for all state dam -safety budgets is less than $60 million 2. The current maintenance budget does not match the scale of America's long-term modifications of its watersheds. Worse still, more people are moving into risky areas. As the American population grows, dams that once could have failed without major repercussions are now upstream of cities and development. LOCATION The State of Texas has 7,413 dams, all regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Of these, 854 are considered "high -hazard," 779 are considered "significant -hazard," and 5,780 are considered "low -hazard." According to the American Society of Civil Engineers' "Report Card," the I Association of State Dam Safety Officials, Journal of Dam Safety z Ibid Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Association of State Dam Safety Officials reports that there are 403 unsafe dams in Texas.3 For dams in Lubbock County, classifications, location, volume, elevation and condition information was provided and factored into the risk ranking in Figure 12-1, which illustrates general locations for each dam in the area. Currently, there are 10 dams located in Lubbock County; as recorded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in the National Inventory of Dams, three dams are classified as "high -hazard" dams, five are "significant -hazard" and two are "low- hazard" and aren't mapped. The John T. Montford dam, classified as a "high -hazard" dam, is located outside of the Lubbock County planning area in Garza County. However, it is owned and operated by the City of Lubbock; therefore, it is included in the HMAP. The other two "high -hazard" dams are: Lubbock Terminal Reservoir Levee, located in the City of Lubbock, with a potential breach affecting the City of Lubbock, and Lake McMillan Dam, located in the Village of Buffalo Springs. A potential breach of the Lake McMillan Dam would affect the Town of Ransom Canyon which is in close proximity (just downstream) of the dam. All dams are listed in Table 12-1 with regulation information. Local level maps of each significant and high -hazard dam are provided below, in Figures 12- 2 through 12-9, to graphically illustrate flood risk areas. Figure 12-1. Dam Locations in Lubbock County 3 Source: http://www.asce.org/reportcard/pdf/tx.pdf Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 Lubbock County Jurisdictions ISD's I -F univeristies 4 © HcKgal mew Deal town • • SP.AG '.Nater District Shallownter cit, I6Li Dam s Area Water 1 � • High r 0 L abu city • Significant L�-L ~—� Lubbock • �� MN Lubbock city • Ransom canyon town Wolftorth cRFl-' • �, �'- y �uffab Springs village Ll �L it Slaton city N SS 3 Source: http://www.asce.org/reportcard/pdf/tx.pdf Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Table 12-1. Lubbock County Dam Survey Lubbock Benson Lake Dam 30 156 Significant County Lubbock Blake Lake Dam 20 200 Significant County Lubbock Clear Water Lake Dam 17 243 Low County Village of Buffalo Lake McMillian Dam 76 8,280 High Springs City of Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 12 50 Significant Lubbock 2 City of Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 9 73 Significant Lubbock 3 City of Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 18 Lubbock 6 345 Low City of John T. Montford Dam 141 354,500 High Lubbock City of Lubbock Terminal Reservoir 15 590 High Lubbock Levee Town of Ransom Lake Ransom Canyon Dam 26 1,620 Significant Canyon As there are no inundation maps for the planning area, the 2010 census population and building inventory data from HAZUS-MH, in combination with the location and maximum storage capacity of high and significant hazard dams, helps determine location of potential total exposure for each dam. For dams with a maximum storage capacity of 100,000 acre-feet or more, all census blocks within five miles are considered to be at risk to potential dam failure hazards. For dams with a maximum storage capacity of less than 10,000 acre-feet, all census blocks within one mile are considered to be at risk to potential dam failure hazards. All populations located downstream of the dams are considered to be at risk to potential safety hazard if a dam failure occurred, especially the area downstream at a lower elevation. The extent or magnitude of a dam failure event is described in terms of the classification of damages that could result from a dam's failure, not the probability of failure. The National Interagency Committee on Dam Safety defines high hazard dams as those where failure or mis-operation would cause loss of human life. Prior to 2009, high hazard dams were defined as those at which failure or mis-operation would probably cause loss of human life. Dams classified as "significant" were those at which failure or mis- operation probably would not result in loss of human life, but could cause economic loss, environmental Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE damage, and disruption of lifeline facilities or other significant damage. Low hazard potential dams are those at which failure or mis-operation probably would not result in loss of human life but would cause limited economic and/or environmental losses. Losses would be limited mainly to the owner's property. Classifications for extent after 2009 are found in Table 12-2 below. Figures 12-2 through 12-9 show the flood risk areas for each high and significant hazard dam, according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL); in the event of a dam breach, the flow of water is expected to follow the same path of flood as the NFHL. Table 12-2. Extent Classifications Low None Expected Less than 10,000 acre-feet Significant Probable (1 to 6) High Loss of Life Expected (7 or More) Between 10,000 and 100,000 acre-feet 100,000 acre-feet or more Figure 12-2. Benson Lake Dam Flood Risk Areas A Benson Lake Dam is located in unincorporated rural west Lubbock County on the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River, near the Village of Buffalo Springs. Although the extent classification is considered significant, the area located near the dam is not densely populated. Populations in the plan area and critical facilities would not be directly impacted. If there was a breach, it is estimated the average breach Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE width would be 78.6 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 36,226 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. However, there may be significant environmental effects that result in flooding that disperses debris and hazardous materials downstream, damaging local ecosystems. Figure 12-3. Blake Lake Dam Flood Risk Areas Blake Lake Dam is located in unincorporated rural west Lubbock County on the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River. Although the extent classification is considered significant, the area located near the dam are not densely populated. Populations in the plan area and critical facilities would not be directly impacted. If there was a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 75.6 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 18,968 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. However, there may be significant environmental effects that result in flooding that disperses debris and hazardous materials downstream, damaging local ecosystems. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-4. Lake McMillian Dam Flood Risk Areas Lake McMillian Dam is located in the Village of Buffalo Springs on the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River and is used for recreational purposes. It is owned by the Lubbock County WCID #1 and was constructed in 1960 by earthen construction containing rock and soil. The extent classification is considered high and the area located near the dam is a semi -dense population area within the Village of Buffalo Springs and the Town of Ransom Canyon. A dam failure could cause power outages and disrupt utilities systems and populations. In the event of dam failure residential homes and the Ranch House at Ransom Canyon would be vulnerable. In the event of a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 267.6 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 534,103 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. A dam breach could result in an estimated depth of up to 23 feet. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-5. Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 2 Flood Risk Areas Constructed in 1975, Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 2 is located in (and owned by) the City of Lubbock on the Yellowhouse Draw River, which is used for recreational purposes. The extent classification is considered significant, and the area located near the dam is lightly populated. Small populations in the plan area would be vulnerable to dam failure, and it could cause power outages. If there is a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 47 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 5,177 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-6. Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 3 Flood Risk Areas Canyon Lakes Project Dam No. 3 is located on the Yellow House Draw River in the City of Lubbock. The dam is owned by the City of Lubbock and was constructed in 1976. The extent classification is considered significant, and the area located near the dam is sparsely populated. Populations in the plan area and critical facilities would be vulnerable to dam failure. If there was a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 48.1 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 3,471 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. However, there may be significant environmental effects that result in flooding that disperses debris and hazardous materials downstream, damaging local ecosystems. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-7. John T. Montford Dam Flood Risk Areas John T. Montford Dam is located outside of Lubbock County limits in rural unincorporated Garza County, but was built and is owned by the City of Lubbock. The dam is located on Lake Alan Henry, which is a reservoir that provides a recreational area for people to enjoy fishing, skiing, hunting and other outdoor water activities. The extent classification is considered high, although the area located near the dam breach area is rural and not densely populated. Populations in the plan area and critical facilities would not be directly impacted. If there was a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 798.8 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 4,108,466 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. FEMA has not completed a study to determine flood hazard areas for Garza County, Texas. Unmapped floodplain areas are identified by FEMA as areas outside the Special Flood Hazard Area, with minimal chance of flood occurrence (outside the 500 -year floodplain). The estimated flood depth range for the John T. Montford Dam is between 0 and 15 feet, based on the extent scale for water depth below flood stage. However, there may be significant environmental effects that result in flooding which could disperse debris and hazardous materials downstream, damaging local ecosystems. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-8. Lubbock Terminal Reservoir Levee Flood Risk Areas Lubbock Terminal Reservoir Levee is the result of using off -channel water from Brazos River. Located in the City of Lubbock, the levee is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation, and was earthen constructed in 1965. Although the extent classification is considered high, the area located near the dam breach area is not densely populated. While there are a few residential homes, the majority of the land area is rural and used for agricultural purposes. Populations in the planning area and critical facilities would not be directly impacted. In the event of a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 92.1 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 15,363 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. The Lubbock Terminal Reservoir Levee is located in an unnumbered A Zone on FEMA FIRM maps, with no estimated base flood elevation data available. Therefore, the flood depth range is estimated to be between 0 and 15 feet, based on the extent scale for water depth below flood stage. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Figure 12-9. Lake Ransom Canyon Dam Flood Risk Areas Lake Ransom Canyon Dam is located in (and owned by) the Town of Ransom Canyon on the North Fork of the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River and forms the Johnson Ranch Lake. The Double Mountain Fork Brazos River is used for recreational purposes. The dam is of earthen construction including rock and soil and was constructed in 1965. Although the extent classification is considered significant, the area located near the dam is not densely populated. Populations in the plan area and critical facilities would not be directly impacted. If there was a breach, it is estimated the average breach width would be 136.1 ft. with a maximum breach flow of 52,825 cubic feet per second, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Dam Break Equation. Table 12-3 represents the "average" extent or magnitude of a dam failure event that could be expected for the county and the participating jurisdictions, including the independent school districts, colleges/universities, hospital district and water control district. In Table 12-3, the 'Extent Classification' column was determined by taking the average of dams in each jurisdiction and weighing low hazard dams as a "1," significant hazard dams as a "2," and high hazard dams as a "3," based on the potential severity, warning time, and duration. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE Table 12-3. Average Extent for Lubbock County and all Participating Jurisdictions McMillian Dam is in poor condition, Village of Buffalo McMillan Dam —High High and is a high hazard dam. Loss of life Springs, WCID #1 is expected and economic loss is significant in the event of a failure. City of Idalou, There are no dams located within the None Low Idalou ISD city limits. City of Lubbock, The City of Lubbock has one high Lubbock Terminal Lubbock ISD, hazard dam but it is located in a less Reservoir Levee — Lubbock Cooper populated area, although there are a High; Canyon Lakes ISD, South Plains couple significant hazard dams Project Dam Number College, Texas Significant located in the city limits. Therefore, #2, #3 —Significant; Tech University, loss of life is probable, if a dam failure Canyon Lakes Project Lubbock County were to occur. Lubbock ISD has the Dam Number #6 — Hospital District, potential of being vulnerable to dam Low SPAG failure. Town of New There are no dams located within the Deal, New Deal None Low town limits. ISD The Town of Ransom Canyon has only one significant hazard dam; however, if McMillan Dam were to experience a Town of Ransom Lake Ransom Canyon breach, it is expected to have a High Canyon Dam — Significant significant effect on the City of Ransom Canyon downstream. Loss of life is expected and economic losses could be significant. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE City of There are no dams located within the Shallowater, None Low city limits. Shallowater ISD City of Slaton, There are no dams located within the None Low Slaton ISD city limits. City of Wolfforth, There are no dams located within the None Low Frenship ISD city limits. There are two significant dams located in the unincorporated areas Benson Lake Dam, of the county, although they are both Blake Lake Dam — breached, but the storage capacity Unincorporated Significant; Clear Low was only 200 and 156 acre feet. Areas Water Lake Dam — Therefore, in the event of a dam Low failure, loss of life is not expected and any economic loss would be negligible. HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES There are about 80,000 dams in the United States today.4 Catastrophic dam failures have occurred frequently throughout the past century. Between 1918 and 1958, 33 major U.S. dam failures caused 1,680 deaths. From 1959 to 1965, nine major dams failed worldwide. Some of the largest disasters in the U.S. have resulted from dam failures. More than 520 dam incidents, including 21 dam failures, were reported in the past two years to the National Performance of Dams Program, which collects and archives information on dam performance from state and federal regulatory agencies and dam owners. The State of Texas has not experienced loss of life or extensive economic damage due to a dam failure since the first half of the twentieth century. However, there may be many incidents that are not reported and, therefore, the actual number of incidents is likely to be greater. There has not been a recorded dam failure event for any of the participating jurisdictions in the Lubbock County planning area. ° Federal Emergency Management Agency, Dam Safety Program, available at: http://www.fema.gov/hazards/damsafety/ Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS No historical events of dam failure have been recorded in the Lubbock County planning area, though the risk of dam failure is monitored closely. Due to the lack of historical occurrences, the probability of a future event is unlikely, meaning an event is possible in the next 10 years. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT There are 10 dams in the Lubbock County planning area that are classified as high, significant, and low hazard dams, located in both rural and populated areas. While low hazard dams are those at which failure or mis-operation probably would not result in loss of human life and would cause limited economic and/or environmental losses, damage to agriculture and housing is possible due to the amount of low and significant hazard dams in the county. Flooding is the most prominent effect of dam failure. If the dam failure is severe, a large amount of water would enter the downstream waterways, forcing them out of their banks. There may be significant environmental effects, resulting in flooding that could disperse debris and hazardous materials downstream that could damage local ecosystems. In addition, debris carried downstream can block traffic flow, cause power outages, and disrupt local utilities such as water and wastewater, which could result in school closures, if severe. For specific vulnerability, please refer to the narratives below each high hazard dam map in this section, and the associated jurisdiction in which they are located. Annualized loss -estimates for dam failure and a breakdown of potential dollar losses of critical facilities, infrastructure and lifelines is based on flooding and shown in Table 12-4. The results of the analysis place the following percentages at risk to flood: 32.64 percent of the population, 11.08 percent of parcels with structures, and 14.78 percent of parcel with structures value. Table 12-4. Vulnerability to Flooding from Dam Failures Village of Buffalo 453 416 315 163 $32.3 $17.3 Springs' City of Idalou$ 2,250 229 862 0 $75.6 $0 6 N/A is listed for dollar amounts less than $5,000 and populations less than 50. 6 Values are in the millions of dollars. 7 Includes Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 8 Includes Idalou ISD Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 SECTION 12: DAM FAILURE City of Lubbock' Town of New Deal10 Town of Ransom Canyon City of Shallowater" City of Slaton12 City of Wolfforth" 229,573 67,013 73,503 7,757 $10,691.8 $1,602.9 794 419 227 28 $12.4 $1.1 1,096 442 490 76 $97.4 $19.9 2,484 5 868 0 $89.2 $0 6,121 639 2,365 119 $126.1 $4.6 3,670 1,143 1,426 72 $165.5 $11.0 Aerial maps indicate areas with populations and critical facilities close to some of the dams and known to be vulnerable, therefore the potential severity of impact of dam failure could be substantial. A dam breach could result in multiple deaths, with facilities being shut down for 30 days or more, and more than 50 percent of property destroyed or damaged. For these reasons, creating mitigations actions to remove or protect people and structures from the path of destruction is necessary in order to minimize impact from dam failure. 9 Includes Lubbock ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, Texas Tech University System, and SPAG 10 Includes New Deal ISD 11 Includes Shallowater ISD 12 Includes Slaton ISD 13 Includes Frenship ISD 14 Includes Roosevelt ISD, Lubbock County Hospital District, and South Plains College Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 EXTREME HEAT Hazard Description ........................................... Location............................................................ Extent............................................................... Historical Occurrences ..................................... Significant Past Event .................................. Probability of Future Events ............................ Vulnerability and Impact .................................. .........................................................................................1 .........................................................................................1 .........................................................................................1 ......................................................................................... 4 ......................................................................................... 6 ......................................................................................... 6 ......................................................................................... 6 HAZARD DESCRIPTION Extreme heat is defined as a combination of a prolonged period of excessively high temperatures and usually, exceptionally humid conditions. Extreme heat during the summer months is a common occurrence throughout the State of Texas, and Lubbock County is no exception. The unincorporated areas of the County and the jurisdictions of Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New - Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, Slaton, and Wolfforth typically experience extended heat waves. A _ heat wave is an extended period of extreme heat, and is often accompanied by high humidity. Although heat can damage buildings and facilities, it presents a more significant threat to the safety and welfare of citizens. The major human risks associated with severe summer heat include: heat cramps; sunburn; dehydration; fatigue; heat exhaustion; and even heat stroke. The most vulnerable population to heat casualties are children, the elderly or infirmed, and citizens who live on low fixed incomes and cannot afford to run air-conditioning on a regular basis. This population is sometimes isolated, with no immediate family or friends to look out for their well-being. LOCATION Though injuries or deaths from extreme heat have been recorded at different locations throughout the County, there is no specific geographic scope to the extreme heat hazard. Extreme heat could occur at any area of the County and participating jurisdictions. EXTENT The magnitude or intensity of an extreme heat event is measured according to temperature in relation to the percentage of humidity. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT relationship is referred to as the "Heat Index," and is depicted in Figure 13-1. This index measures how hot it feels outside when humidity is combined with high temperatures. E g d.7 2 Figure 13-1. Extent Scale for Extreme Summer Heat' Temperature (°F) Likelihood of Heat Disorders with Prolonged Exposure or Streuous Activity CaUticn 0 Extreme CautiOn E Danger E Extreme Danger The extent scale in Figure 13-1 displays varying degrees of caution, depending on the relative humidity combined with the temperature. For example, when the temperature is at 90 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or lower, caution should be exercised if the humidity level is at or above 40 percent. The shaded zones on the chart indicate varying symptoms or disorders that could occur depending on the magnitude or intensity of the event. "Caution" is the first level of intensity where fatigue due to heat exposure is possible. "Extreme Caution" indicates that sunstroke, muscle cramps or heat exhaustion are possible, whereas a "Danger" level means that these symptoms are likely. "Extreme Danger" indicates that heat stroke is likely. The National Weather Service (NWS) initiates alerts based on the Heat Index as shown in Table 13-1. 1 Source: NOAA Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100 102 104 106 108 110 40 80 81 83 85 88 91 94 97 11-11 105 109 114 119 124 45 80 82 84 87 89 93 96 100 104 109 114 119 124 50 81 83 85 88 91 95 99 103 108 113 118 124 65 81 84 86 89 93 97 101 106 112 117 124 60 82 84 88 91 95 100 105 110 116 123 65 82 85 89 93 98 103 108 114 121 70 83 86 90 95 100 105 112 119 76 84 88 92 97 103 109 116 124 80 84 89 94 100 106 113 121 85 85 90 96 102 110 117 90 86 91 98 105 113 122 95 86 93 100 108 117 1001 87 95 103 112 121 Likelihood of Heat Disorders with Prolonged Exposure or Streuous Activity CaUticn 0 Extreme CautiOn E Danger E Extreme Danger The extent scale in Figure 13-1 displays varying degrees of caution, depending on the relative humidity combined with the temperature. For example, when the temperature is at 90 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or lower, caution should be exercised if the humidity level is at or above 40 percent. The shaded zones on the chart indicate varying symptoms or disorders that could occur depending on the magnitude or intensity of the event. "Caution" is the first level of intensity where fatigue due to heat exposure is possible. "Extreme Caution" indicates that sunstroke, muscle cramps or heat exhaustion are possible, whereas a "Danger" level means that these symptoms are likely. "Extreme Danger" indicates that heat stroke is likely. The National Weather Service (NWS) initiates alerts based on the Heat Index as shown in Table 13-1. 1 Source: NOAA Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT Table 13-1. Heat Index & Warnings Extreme 130° F and Heat stroke or sun stroke likely. Danger higher Sunstroke, muscle cramps, and/or heat exhaustion are likely. Danger 105 — 129° F Heatstroke possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Sunstroke, muscle cramps, and/or Extreme heat exhaustion possible with 90 —105° F Caution prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Fatigue is possible with prolonged Caution 80 — 90° F exposure and/or physical activity. A heat advisory will be issued to warn that the Heat Index may exceed 105° F. An Excessive Heat Warning is issued if the Heat Index rises above 105°F at least 3 hours during the day or above 80 °F at night. Most of the County is flat tableland, gently sloping from the northwest to the southeast. The area is known as the Southern High Plains, located within the larger Great Plains of western U.S. There are few naturally occurring trees, the majority of which are mesquite, Chinese elms, oaks, pines, and cedar trees. Due to its geography, and its warm, sunny, semiarid climate, Lubbock County and all participating jurisdictions can expect an extreme heat event each summer. Citizens, especially children and the elderly, should exercise caution by staying out of the heat for prolonged periods when a heat advisory or excessive heat warning is issued. Also at risk are those working or remaining outdoors. Figure 13-2 displays the daily maximum heat index as derived from NOAA, based on data compiled from 1849 to 2009. Orange indicates a daily maximum heat index of 85-90° F. Lubbock County and all participating jurisdictions could experience extreme heat from 80° to 90° and should mitigate to the extent of "caution." Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT Figure 13-2. Average Daily Maximum Heat IndeX2 HISTORICAL OCCURRENCES 4y = io it Im f4 90 5.� lee Iba Every summer, the hazard of heat -related illness becomes a significant public health issue throughout much ofthe U.S. Mortality from all causes increases during heat waves, and excessive heat is an important contributing factor to deaths from other causes, particularly among the elderly. Preliminary data suggests that by August 21, 2009, record high summer temperatures in Texas resulted in more than 120 heat - related deaths statewide. Texas residents comprised 70 of these deaths. The United States Immigration and Naturalization Service reported that 51 foreign nationals died along the Texas/Mexico border, though none of the reported deaths occurred in Lubbock County. Table 13-2 depicts historical occurrences of mortality from heat from 1994 to 2004 from the Texas Department of State Health Services, and 2005 to 2011 from the NCDC database. Table 13-2. Extreme Heat Related Deaths in Texas 1994 1 1995 12 z Source: NCAA and the black arrow points to Lubbock County. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT 1996 10 1997 2 1998 66 1999 22 2000 71 2001 20 2002 1 2003 0 2004 3 2005 49 2006 2 2007 2 2008 7 2009 6 2010 4 2011 20 Because the Texas Department of State Health Services reports on total events statewide, previous occurrences for extreme heat are derived from the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. According to heat related incidents located solely within Lubbock County, there are two heat waves3 on record (Table 13- 3). Historical extreme heat information, as provided by the NCDC and SHELDUS, shows extreme heat activity across a multi -county forecast area for each event, the appropriate percentage of the total property and crop damage reported for the entire forecast area has been allocated to each county impacted by the event. Historical extreme heat data for Buffalo Springs, Idalou, Lubbock, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Shallowater, Slaton, and Wolfforth; Independent School Districts of Frenship, Idalou, Lubbock, Lubbock -Cooper, New Deal, Roosevelt, Shallowater, and Slaton; South Plains College; Texas Tech University System; Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1; and SPAG are provided on a county -wide basis, per the NCDC and SHELDUS databases. 3 Even though the County experiences heat waves each summer, NCDC and SHELDUS data only records events reported. Based on reports, only two events are on record. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT Table 13-3. Historical Winter Storm Events, 1950-20104 PROPERTY .•• JURISDICTION�� Lubbock County 6/01/2008 0 0 $50,000 $100,000 SIGNIFICANT PAST EVENT June 1-20, 2008 Abnormally hot and dry weather prevailed over the West Texas South Plains region during the first half of June. The month started with a span of six consecutive days that saw 100 degree temperatures across the area, and fourteen of the month's first 16 days brought triple digit heat. Daytime temperature maxima reached record values at Childress and Lubbock on five occasions, including a 110 degree record set on June 3 at Childress. Breezy winds accompanied the unseasonably warm weather, which was about 15 to 20 degrees above climatologically averages. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS According to historical records, Lubbock County, including all participating jurisdictions, Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock, ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG experience one extreme heat event every 33 years. Hence, the likelihood or future probability of excessive summer heat for the entire Lubbock County planning area is unlikely. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Because extreme heat events are not confined to specific geographic boundaries, all existing and future buildings, facilities, and populations are considered to be exposed to this hazard throughout the entire Lubbock County planning area and could potentially be impacted. Although heat can damage buildings and facilities, it presents a more significant threat to the safety and welfare of citizens, particularly the elderly population or the infirmed that live within the Lubbock County planning area and cannot afford air conditioning or to run it on a regular basis. Students at the participating Independent School Districts are also susceptible as sporting events and practices are often held outside during early fall or late spring when temperatures are at the highest. The major human risks associated with severe summer heat include: heat cramps; sunburn; dehydration; fatigue; heat 4 Only recorded events with fatalities, injuries, and/or damages are listed. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 13: EXTREME HEAT exhaustion; and even heat stroke. Also, area mobile home housing may not be equipped to cool residents. These persons may need a place to go during the hottest daytime hours. Two heat waves are on record for Lubbock County; the databases report that they occurred in June 1990 and June 2008. Given that only two incidents were reported, and limited likelihood for structural losses resulting from extreme heat occurrences in the planning area, annualizing potential structural losses over a long period of time would most likely yield a negligible annualized loss estimate for the County. Typically, more than 12 hours of warning time would be given before the onset of an extreme heat event. Only minor property damage would result. The potential impact of excessive summer heat is considered "minor," as injuries and/or illnesses do not result in permanent disability for the Lubbock County planning area and the campuses of Frenship ISD, Idalou ISD, Lubbock, ISD, Lubbock -Cooper ISD, New Deal ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Shallowater ISD, Slaton ISD, South Plains College, Texas Tech University System, Lubbock County Hospital District, Lubbock County Water Control District #1, and SPAG. In terms of vulnerability to structures, the impact from extreme heat would be negligible. It is possible that critical facilities and infrastructure could be shut down for 24 hours if cooling units are run constantly, leading to a temporary power outage. Less than 10 percent of residential and commercial property could be damaged if extreme heat events lead to structure fires. Overall, the average loss estimate (in 2012 dollars) is $160,503, having an approximate annual loss estimate of $2,600 (Table 13-4). Based on historic loss and damages, the impact of extreme heat damages on Lubbock County can be considered "limited," indicating that less than 10 percent of property can be expected to be destroyed, injuries are treatable with first aid, minor quality of life is lost, and facilities shut down for 24 hours or less. Annualized losses specifically for Lubbock County are negligible over the 62 -year recording period. Table 13-4. Potential Annualized Losses, 1950-2012 Lubbock County $160,503 $2,589 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 MITIGATION STRATEGY MitigationGoals............................................................................................................................................1 Goal1........................................................................................................................................................1 Goal2........................................................................................................................................................1 Goal3........................................................................................................................................................ 2 Goal4 ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 Goal5........................................................................................................................................................ 2 MITIGATION GOALS Based on the results of the risk and capability assessments, the Planning Team was able to develop and prioritize the mitigation strategy. At the Mitigation Workshop held December 13, 2012, Planning Team members refined the mitigation strategy for the Plan, choosing to maintain the overall goal of reducing and eliminating the long-term risk of loss of life and property damage from the full range of disasters. GOAL 1 Protect public health and safety in the county. OBJECTIVE 1.1 Maintain critical facilities. OBJECTIVE 1.2 Maximize the utilization of the latest technology to provide adequate warning, communication, and mitigation of hazard events. OBJECTIVE 1.3 Reduce the danger to, and enhance protection of, high risk areas during hazard events. OBJECTIVE 1.4 Protect critical facilities and services. GOAL 2 Protect new and existing properties. OBJECTIVE 2.1 Reduce repetitive losses to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 14: MITIGATION STRATEGY OBJECTIVE 2.2 Use the most cost-effective approach to protect existing buildings and public infrastructure from hazards. OBJECTIVE 2.3 Enact and enforce regulatory measures to ensure that development will not put people in harm's way or increase threats to existing properties. Build and support partnerships to enhance mitigation to continuously become less vulnerable to hazards. OBJECTIVE 3.1 Build and support local partnerships to continuously become less vulnerable to hazards. OBJECTIVE 3.2 Build a cadre of committed volunteers to safeguard the community before, during and after a disaster. OBJECTIVE 3.3 Build hazard mitigation concerns into planning and budgeting processes. GOAL 4 Leverage outside funds for investment in hazard mitigation. OBJECTIVE 4.1 Maximize the use of outside sources of funding. OBJECTIVE 4.2 Maximize participation of property owners in protecting their properties. OBJECTIVE 4.3 Maximize insurance coverage to provide financial protection against hazard event. OBJECTIVE 4.4 Prioritize mitigation projects based on cost-effectiveness, starting with those sites facing the greatest threat to life, health and property. GOAL S Increase the understanding of residents for the need for mitigation, and steps they can take to protect people and properties. OBJECTIVE 5.1 Heighten public awareness of the full range of natural and man-made hazards they face. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 14: MITIGATION STRATEGY OBJECTIVE 5.2 Educate the public on actions they can take to prevent or reduce the loss of life or property from all hazards. OBJECTIVE 5.3 Publicize and encourage the adoption of appropriate hazard mitigation measures. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 MITIGATION ACTIONS Summary....................................................................................................................................................... 2 County -Wide Actions....................................................................................................................................4 LubbockCounty..........................................................................................................................................14 Villageof Buffalo Springs........................................................................................................................32 Cityof Idalou...........................................................................................................................................36 Cityof Lubbock........................................................................................................................................4S Townof New Deal...................................................................................................................................57 Town of Ransom Canyon........................................................................................................................61 Cityof Shallowater..................................................................................................................................64 Cityof Slaton...........................................................................................................................................67 Cityof Wolfforth..................................................................................................................................... 70 Frenship Independent School District.....................................................................................................84 Idalou Independent School District........................................................................................................87 Lubbock Independent School District.....................................................................................................91 Lubbock -Cooper Independent School District........................................................................................95 New Deal Independent School District.................................................................................................101 Roosevelt Independent School District.................................................................................................106 Shallowater Independent School District.............................................................................................109 Slaton Independent School District......................................................................................................113 SouthPlains College..............................................................................................................................125 Texas Tech University System...............................................................................................................133 Lubbock County Hospital District..........................................................................................................147 Lubbock County Water Control District#1...........................................................................................151 South Plains Association of Government..............................................................................................157 PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS SUMMARY As discussed in Section 2, at the mitigation workshop, the planning team and stakeholders met to develop mitigation actions for each of the natural hazards included in the Plan. Each of the actions in this section were prioritized based on FEMA's STAPLEE criteria, which includes considering the social, technical, administrative, political, legal, economic and environmental factors necessary for the implementation of each action. As a result of this exercise, an overall priority was assigned to each mitigation action. As part of the economic evaluation of the STAPLEE analysis, jurisdictions analyzed each action in terms of the overall costs, measuring whether the potential benefit to be gained from the action outweighed all costs associated with it. As a result of this exercise, priority was assigned to each mitigation action by marking them as High (H), Moderate (M), or Low (L). An action that is ranked as "High" indicates that the action will be implemented as soon as funding is received. A "Moderate" action is one that may not be implemented right away depending on the cost and number of citizens served by the action. Actions ranked as "Low" indicate that they will not be implemented without first seeking grant funding, and after "High" and "Moderate" actions have been completed. All mitigation actions created by Planning Team members are presented in this section. County -wide mitigation actions are found at the beginning of the section, followed by individual actions by local jurisdictions and/or participating entities. More than one hazard may be listed for an action, if appropriate. Lubbock County has chosen to include mitigation actions for certain human -caused hazards, such as Terrorism or Hazardous Materials Release, with the understanding that these actions do not count towards HMAP minimum hazard mitigation action requirements and may not be funded under the HMGP grant program. This section represents a comprehensive range of mitigation actions per current state and FEMA Guidelines. The four county -wide actions (Actions #1-4) at the beginning of this section satisfy state and FEMA guidelines for two actions, per hazard, and of two different types for each jurisdiction or participating entity (referenced in Table 15-1). Planning Team members have also developed additional local mitigation actions found throughout Section 15. Table 15-1 also indicates requirements have been met for NFIP communities that must develop two additional NFIP "Flood" actions, in addition to the standard "Flood" mitigation actions. The NFIP actions are found under the heading for the respective community throughout Section 15. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS Table 15-1. County -wide Mitigation Actions and NFIP Actions TYPE OF ACTION: Action #1 - Prevention (Blue) E Action #2 - Education/Awareness (Red) Flood (NFIP) (Black) —Actions found under community heading in Section 15 Action #3 - Natural Resource (Green) v Q) o v o c E bn v Q) L > N v 0 = 0 0 � ro U v E 2� Jurisdiction L ~ a1 "' O X w Lubbock County XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Village of Bluff Springs XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Idalou XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX City of Lubbock XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Town of New Deal XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Ransom Canyon XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Shallowater XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Slaton XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX Wolfforth XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX FrenshiplSD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX IdaloulSD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX LubbocklSD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Lubbock -Cooper ISD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX New Deal ISD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Roosevelt ISD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Shallowater ISD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX SlatonlSD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX South Plains College XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Texas Tech University System XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX Lubbock County Hospital District XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Lubbock County Water District No. 1 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX South Plains Association of Gov't XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TYPE OF ACTION: Action #1 - Prevention (Blue) Action #4 - Property Protection (Orange) Action #2 - Education/Awareness (Red) Flood (NFIP) (Black) —Actions found under community heading in Section 15 Action #3 - Natural Resource (Green) Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS COUNTY -WIDE ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS County-Wide Flood, Dam Failure, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Action: Purchase and install one user license to enable access Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, to county -wide I -Info Alert / Notification System. Wildfire, Flood, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, BACKGROUND INFORMATION Pandemic, Terrorism Jurisdiction/Location: Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Approximately $4,000 per user license fee annually Potential Funding Sources: Wolfforth, Shallowater; Lubbock County Water Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Control District #1; ISD's: New Deal, Idalou, Roosevelt, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Slaton, Lubbock Cooper, Lubbock, Frenship, Lead Agency/Department Responsible: County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Shallowater; South Plains College; South Plains Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Association of Government; Lubbock County Hospital Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock District/University Medical Center (UMC) County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Alert/Notification System will allow optimal response Cost/Losses Avoided): time to notify both residents and businesses of all natural and human -caused disasters; reduce loss of lives and property; ensure unified method of disseminating alerts by community officials, first responders. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Flood, Dam Failure, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire, Flood, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: Approximately $4,000 per user license fee annually Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible: County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS Implementation Schedule: 2014 and ongoing Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Compatible system county -wide and other regional systems in Texas. Allows dissemination of warning, alerts, and public education announcements such as watering restrictions during times of drought. The system also allows users to target specific groups or residents at high risk. For instance, during Extreme Heat events, the system can alert elderly or infirm residents that do not have air-conditioning in their homes to seek shelter at cooling stations located throughout the county area (see Appendix H for detailed information regarding this system as it pertains to mitigating a full range of natural hazards included in this Plan). ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS County -Wide — Action #2 Hazard(s) Addressed: Proposed Action: As part of the county -wide I -Info Alert/Notification Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, System, develop a public education program on Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Protect/harden all structures due to increased warning hazard risk, how the public can protect themselves time during disaster or hazard threat Priority (High, Moderate, Low): and property, and interpretation of specific alerts as Estimated Cost: $500 per participating entity, annually they pertain to warnings and public information. HMGP Grants BACKGROUND INFORMATION Jurisdiction/Location: Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater; Lubbock County Water Control District #1; ISD's: New Deal, Idalou, Roosevelt, Slaton, Lubbock Cooper, Lubbock, Frenship, Shallowater; South Plains College; South Plains Association of Government; Lubbock County Hospital District/University Medical Center (UMC) Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Educating the public through various social media Cost/Losses Avoided): outlets including PSA's, regarding how the Alert/Notification System will aid in implementing appropriate measures to manage the public before, during, and following a disaster; reduce loss of lives and property; allow residents to return to their communities in an orderly and expeditious time after the event. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Flood, Dam Failure, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Protect/harden all structures due to increased warning time during disaster or hazard threat Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500 per participating entity, annually Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS COMMENTS Compatible system county -wide and other regional systems in Texas. Allows dissemination of warning, alerts, and public education announcements such as watering restrictions during times of drought. The system also allows users to target specific groups or residents at high risk. For instance, during Extreme Heat events, the system can alert elderly or infirm residents that do not have air-conditioning in their homes to seek shelter at cooling stations located throughout the county area (see Appendix H for detailed information regarding this system as it pertains to mitigating a full range of natural hazards included in this Plan). ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) E cceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; cally Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible: County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Risk Management; South Plains Association of Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division Implementation Schedule: 2014 and ongoing Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Compatible system county -wide and other regional systems in Texas. Allows dissemination of warning, alerts, and public education announcements such as watering restrictions during times of drought. The system also allows users to target specific groups or residents at high risk. For instance, during Extreme Heat events, the system can alert elderly or infirm residents that do not have air-conditioning in their homes to seek shelter at cooling stations located throughout the county area (see Appendix H for detailed information regarding this system as it pertains to mitigating a full range of natural hazards included in this Plan). ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) E cceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; cally Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: County -Wide — Action #3 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Locate sites and install county -wide system of dry fire High; phased projects, with installation of high Priority (High, Moderate, Low): hydrants. Sites will be chosen based on population, long-range plan property valuation, loss potential, and fire history. $550 - $750 per hydrant, per participating entity, plus Estimated Cost: Approximately one hydrant per jurisdiction/entity. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Jurisdiction/Location: Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock Wolfforth, Shallowater; Lubbock County Water County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Control District #1; ISD's: New Deal, Idalou, Roosevelt, Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Slaton, Lubbock Cooper, Lubbock, Frenship, Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock Shallowater; South Plains College; South Plains Tech University System: Emergency Manager Association of Government; Lubbock County Hospital District/University Medical Center (UMC); Texas Tech University System Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Maximize county -wide natural resources and available Cost/Losses Avoided): water sources; aid in preventing, reducing wildland and urban fire by installing an all-weather, year round water source for fire suppression; reduce fire insurance rates through ISO. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce wildfire threat to new/existing structures High; phased projects, with installation of high Priority (High, Moderate, Low): priority hydrants first, and others in future years as a long-range plan $550 - $750 per hydrant, per participating entity, plus Estimated Cost: labor, materials Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, Texas Dept. Natural Resources, Texas Forest Service Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division; Texas Tech University System: Emergency Manager Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS Implementation Schedule: 2014 and phased project Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Regularly back-flush dry hydrants to prevent debris accumulation; test and maintain system. Contact ISO to apply for insurance rate reduction once system is installed, maintain accurate records. Work with state agencies for necessary permitting. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) E eptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; ly Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: County -Wide — Action #4 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Map locations of installed dry fire hydrants. Maps will High Estimated Cost: be shared with all participating jurisdictions, the estimated at $250 annually per entity public, and local, county, and state agencies. Procure HMGP, Texas Dept. Natural Resources, Texas Forest contracts and land use agreements with property Lubbock County and Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, owners, promote mapped sites through public Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, awareness program. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Jurisdiction/Location: Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division; Texas Wolfforth, Shallowater; Lubbock County Water Tech University System: Emergency Manager Control District #1; ISD's: New Deal, Idalou, Roosevelt, Slaton, Lubbock Cooper, Lubbock, Frenship, Shallowater; South Plains College; South Plains Association of Government; Lubbock County Hospital District/University Medical Center (UMC); Texas Tech University System Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Expedite management and extinguishing of urban and Cost/Losses Avoided): wildland fires throughout county by mapping known locations of dry fire hydrants; aid in preventing and reducing wildland and urban fires. Reduce property and fire insurance rates county -wide through ISO. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: Labor, materials, permitting, land agreements, supplies estimated at $250 annually per entity Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, Texas Dept. Natural Resources, Texas Forest Service Lubbock County and Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division; Texas Tech University System: Emergency Manager Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS Implementation Schedule: 2014 and phased project Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS The dry fire hydrant system described is designed to be used with fire department engines and/or high volume pumps, not small portable pumps. Inter -local and local agreements, and land use agreements are necessary for consent by landowners, municipalities, and other property owners when accessing dry hydrants. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) E eptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; ly Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS County -wide — Action #5 Drought, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm, Proposed Action: Purchase Personal Protective Equipment for First Thunderstorm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Responders for Severe Weather Events. Release BACKGROUND INFORMATION N/A Site and Location: Lubbock County, Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Estimated Cost: $5,000,000 Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Homeland Security Grants Wolfforth, Shallowater; Lubbock County Water Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Control District #1; ISD's: New Deal, Idalou, Roosevelt, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock Slaton, Lubbock Cooper, Lubbock, Frenship, Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Shallowater; South Plains College; South Plains Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Association of Government; Lubbock County Hospital County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division; Texas District/University Medical Center (UMC); Texas Tech Tech University System: Emergency Manager Implementation Schedule: University System Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize first responders' exposure to severe dust Cost/Losses Avoided): particles, heat, and chemicals pertaining to natural and human caused disasters. Recent severe dust storms in the region have resulted in illness, risk of sight loss, and respiratory ailments for Responders not adequately protected. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Drought, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm, Hazard(s) Addressed: Thunderstorm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: Homeland Security Grants Lubbock County and Jurisdictions: Lubbock, New Deal, Idalou, Ransom Canyon, Buffalo Springs, Slaton, Wolfforth, Shallowater: Emergency Manager; Lubbock County Water Control District #1: Police Dept.; ISD's: Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Admin. Office; South Plains College: Risk Management Office; South Plains Association of Government: Homeland Security Officer; Lubbock County Hospital District (UMC): Safety Division; Texas Tech University System: Emergency Manager Implementation Schedule: 2013-2018 Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS COMMENTS This PPE is needed to provide a basic level of protection for first responders. Recent dust storms in the region have resulted in numerous medical emergencies for Responders including serious eye damage and respiratory conditions. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Eftonomiccaclly eptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS LUBBOCK COUNTY MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Lubbock Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement a program to protect critical facilities to High Estimated Cost: the 500 -year flood before, during and following a Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants flood event. Project includes flood proofing or Emergency Management office Implementation Schedule: relocating current EMC office located in basement Incorporation into Existing Plans: Council of Government Agreement, Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance Of Operations Plan (COOP), HMAP Update, NFIP Ordinance area of courthouse annex, and County hospital District facilities located in SFHA. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Courthouse annex and Lubbock County Hospital District Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure all critical facilities remain accessible and Cost/Losses Avoided): functioning to provide essential services to residents; Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Mitigate retrofitted or new critical facilities Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: Costs will vary depending on project. Projects may include retrofitting, relocating, and flood -proofing structures; $20,000 to $1 Million Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management office Implementation Schedule: 2013-2018 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Council of Government Agreement, Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance Of Operations Plan (COOP), HMAP Update, NFIP Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Drought, Flood, Wildfire, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Proposed Action: Purchase trauma bags for all emergency response None vehicles and include training of staff. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $5,000,000 Site and Location: Lubbock County Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life by enabling all first responders to None Cost/Losses Avoided): rapidly deploy life-saving technology to any medical and non-medical emergency in the event of a disaster. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education & Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Drought, Flood, Wildfire, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Implementation Schedule: None Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to responders and the public by allowing all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase an unmanned aerial vehicle. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: Lubbock County Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce human exposure and reduce potential danger Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): to tactical officers; enhance intelligence gathering Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A capabilities. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to tactical officers working terrorism incidents and active shooter incidents. This will provide officers a way to interact with a suspect, as well as the capability to gather enhanced intelligence without exposing the officer to a direct threat. This equipment will also provide enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities for all types of incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock, Terrorism Proposed Action: Purchase of tactical body armor. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County -wide Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide enhanced protection to tactical officers to Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): ensure their safety in responding to disasters and Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A minimize timeframe for securing residents' safety. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $250,000 Potential Funding Sources: Department of Homeland Security, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to tactical officers working terrorism incidents and active shooter incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 17 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase of helicopter / fixed wing aircraft. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County -wide Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce human exposure and reduce potential danger Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): to tactical officers; enhance intelligence gathering Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A capabilities Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to law enforcement officers working terrorism incidents and active shooter incidents. This will provide officers a way to interact with a suspect and the capability to gather enhanced intelligence without exposing the officer to a direct threat. This equipment will also provide enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities for many types of incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 18 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase of replacement bomb dog and training of K- None 9 and handler. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: County -wide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to first responders and the public by 1 year from funding Cost/Losses Avoided): providing enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities from explosive devices. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS The bomb dog will provide enhanced safety and security to first responders, and the public, against terrorism incidents and hazmat incidents allowing officers the capability to gather enhanced intelligence of the scene without exposing them to a direct threat. It will also provide enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities for a myriad of incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 19 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Extreme Heat, Flood, Drought, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado Proposed Action: Purchase of communications equipment. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County -wide Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide for enhanced inter -operable communications Lubbock County Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): during any incident. Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Flood, Drought, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Local Revenue, Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 to 3 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to help provide enhanced inter -operable communication equipment for Lubbock County to allow all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 20 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Proposed Action: Upgrade County facilities that support emergency Tornado operations by adding shutters to primary windows Improve and harden structures from cited hazards and doors. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $10,000,000 Site and Location: Lubbock County Facilities Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to Lubbock County facilities Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Cost/Losses Avoided): allowing continuity of operations to include enhanced Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding command and control, and inter -operable Emergency Operations Plan communications capabilities. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Improve and harden structures from cited hazards Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $10,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS This equipment is needed to help provide survivability and continuity of operations of Lubbock County facilities by enhanced command and control and providing enhanced inter -operable communication equipment for Lubbock County to allow all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 21 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Hazard(s) Addressed: Proposed Action: Install emergency portable generators, mobile trailers Hail, Tornado, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: at county critical facilities as backup in the event of Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High loss of power during disaster and severe weather $2,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: events. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: Critical facilities that support continuity of operations Management Implementation Schedule: as provided by fire, police, emergency management, Emergency Operations Plan, Continuity of Operations utility operations, first responders Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide enhanced response capability and continuity of Cost/Losses Avoided): operations to include enhanced command and control and inter -operable communications capabilities. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Extreme Heat, Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Drought, Hail, Tornado, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Buildings continue to provide critical utility services Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Emergency Operations Plan, Continuity of Operations Incorporation into Existing Plans: Plan (COOP) COMMENTS This equipment is needed to help provide survivability and continuity of operations of Lubbock County by enhanced command and control, and providing enhanced inter -operable communication equipment for Lubbock County to allow all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 22 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase personal chemical / protective equipment None for specific disaster events for first responders. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $500,000 Site and Location: County -wide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to first responders from hazmat 1 year from funding Cost/Losses Avoided): incidents / wildland fires and severe weather events. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This PPE is needed to provide a basic level of protection for first responder to terrorism, hazardous materials and severe weather incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 23 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic Proposed Action: Purchase of small tactical robot. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County -wide Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life by utilizing robotics to identify Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): situations posing danger to people, and minimize use Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A of first responders in entering/rescue in dangerous events. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $200,000 Potential Funding Sources: Department of Homeland Security Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to tactical officers working terrorism incidents and active shooter incidents providing officers a way to interact with a suspect, as well as the capability to gather enhanced intelligence without exposing the officer to a direct threat. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 24 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Extreme Heat, Proposed Action: Purchase fleet of ATVs. Severe Winter Storm, Flood BACKGROUND INFORMATION None Site and Location: County Estimated Cost: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide law enforcement officers enhanced HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Cost/Losses Avoided): intelligence gathering, and search and rescue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency capabilities. Avoid loss of life. Management Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Incorporation into Existing Plans: Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced intelligence gathering and search and rescue capabilities. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 25 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase of upgrades for bomb robot. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to first responders and the public by Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): providing enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A from explosive devices. Avoid loss of life and property damage. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This upgrade will provide enhanced safety and security to first responders, and the public, against terrorism incidents and hazmat incidents allowing officers the capability to gather enhanced intelligence of the scene without direct exposure to the threat. It will also provide enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities for many types of incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 26 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock, Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Extreme Heat, Proposed Action: Purchase of emergency rations (food and water) for Tornado, Flood, Drought responders and public. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide continuity of operations for response and Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Cost/Losses Avoided): recovery efforts for many types of emergency Management incidents. 1 year from funding Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Extreme Heat, Tornado, Flood, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $100,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 1 year from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS These supplies are needed to help provide survivability and continuity of operations of Lubbock County responders and to allow all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 27 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Proposed Action: Purchase of FLIR / night vision systems. None BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: County Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to tactical officers and enhanced Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): intelligence gathering capabilities. Avoid loss of life. Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $12,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to Law Enforcement Officers working Terrorism Incidents and Active Shooter Incidents providing them a way to interact with a suspect without direct exposure to the threat. This Equipment will also provide enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities for many other types of incidents. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 28 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Flood, Severe Proposed Action: Purchase of Replacement Mobile Command/ Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Communications Vehicle Extreme Heat, Drought BACKGROUND INFORMATION None Site and Location: County Estimated Cost: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide protection to All Responders enhanced HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Cost/Losses Avoided): command and control and inter -operable Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency communications capabilities. Avoid loss of life. Management Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Incorporation into Existing Plans: Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Flood, Severe Hazard(s) Addressed: Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to help provide enhanced command and control by providing enhanced inter -operable communication equipment for Lubbock County allowing all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 29 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Hazard(s) Addressed: Proposed Action: Purchase of AED's (Automatic External Defibrillator) Thunderstorm, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: for all emergency response vehicles and include Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High training of staff. Provide ability for all first responders $300,000 Potential Funding Sources: to rapidly deploy life-saving technology to cardiac Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue medical emergencies as a result of stress-related Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency situations during disasters. Implementation Schedule: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Incorporation into Existing Plans: Site and Location: County Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; improve quality of life for residents. Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Terrorism, Wildfire, Hazmat Release, Severe Winter Hazard(s) Addressed: Storm, Extreme Heat, Tornado, Flood, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $300,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Department of Homeland Security, Texas Forest Service, Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 3 years from funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS This equipment is needed to provide enhanced safety and security to responders, and the public, by allowing all first responders to more effectively respond to and recover from any type of incident. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 30 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Flood Proposed Action: Develop a public awareness program regarding the Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy availability of federal flood insurance. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: County Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: Implementation Schedule: 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce losses in dollars to uninsured structures Cost/Losses Avoided): following a flood event; reduce flood insurance premiums. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, other sources Lead Agency/Department Responsible: County Planning Dept. Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Comprehensive Community Development COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 31 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS VILLAGE OF BUFFALO SPRINGS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Village of Buffalo Springs — Action #1 (NFIP) Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Enhance and expand existing limited alert system High Estimated Cost: equipment currently in place at McMillan Dam and Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants educate residents in downstream inundation area Ransom Canyon with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: regarding flooding risk due to dam failure. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: % mile west of Ransom Canyon city limits Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Ransom Canyon with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Alert system would be placed at the top of the dam, benefitting the residents of Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Village of Buffalo Springs — Action #2 (NFIP) Dam Failure, Flood Proposed Action: Implement public education program to educate all Reduce flood potential of structures downstream of dam residents of flood insurance availability. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: Village -wide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life to 1/3 of residents and 80-100 homes 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): potentially affected by dam failure. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flood potential of structures downstream of dam Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Ransom Canyon with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Alert system would be placed at the top of the dam, benefitting the residents of Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 33 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: BuffaloVillage of Springs — Action #3 As part of the Village's Emergency Operations Plan, Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High construct an alternate evacuation route for residents $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: affected by McMillan Dam failure, and disseminate Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Police, EMC information to affected residents regarding dam 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: failure, location of evacuation routes, and shelters. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Site west of Ransom Canyon Dam Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life for residents unable to evacuate due Cost/Losses Avoided): to traffic congestion or flooded road Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Police, EMC Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Currently, only one route exists for evacuation, if dam fails. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 34 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: BuffaloVillage of ., Purchase and provide NOAA radios for early warning Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate and post -event information and place in schools and $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: critical facilities. Lead Agency/Department Responsible: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Implementation Schedule: Site and Location: Throughout Village Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide early warning to reduce impact on people and Cost/Losses Avoided): property from severe weather events Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reinforce structures prior to disaster/weather event Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: EMC Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 35 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS CITY OF IDALOU MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .. lou — Action #1 Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Construct multi -use Community Storm Shelter and N/A EOC. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $650,000 Site and Location: Site to be determined Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; ensure emergency services continue 2014 and as grants become available Cost/Losses Avoided): for residents in the event of disaster. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on new/existing buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $650,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, USDA, City Match Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management, City Administration Implementation Schedule: 2014 and as grants become available Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP), COMMENTS Will most likely be a 3-5 year project, once it is funded. The cost is associated with a 40'x60' above ground building with a max capacity of 500. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 36 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of ... Effect on new/existing buildings: Proposed Action: Construct series of detention ponds with water Moderate Estimated Cost: filtration system for emergency potable water in the Potential Funding Sources: HMGP event of water system failure, depletion and wildfire. City Administration, Public Works BACKGROUND INFORMATION Over the next four years Site and Location: City of Idalou Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; ensure continued quality of life for Cost/Losses Avoided): residents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Effect on new/existing buildings: Continue to provide water to City buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $100,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration, Public Works Implementation Schedule: Over the next four years Incorporation into Existing Plans: Comprehensive Community Development Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS Will work closely with TCEQ. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 37 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of ... Flood Proposed Action: Disseminate NFIP public awareness information to Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy citizens regarding availability of flood insurance. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: Idalou City Hall Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Cost/Losses Avoid loss of life by permitting and elevating buildings 2013-2014 Avoided): in high risk flood zones Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on new/existing buildings: Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration Implementation Schedule: 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 38 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of ... , Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Purchase a generator and other needed supplies for Back-up power for lights and HVAC heating/cooling shelter during extreme temperature Low events. $10,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Site and Location: City of Idalou Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life and continue providing essential Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) Cost/Losses Avoided): services to residents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat Effect on new/existing buildings: Back-up power for lights and HVAC Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: As funds are available Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 39 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of ... Effect on new/existing buildings: Proposed Action: Conduct public education program regarding current High Estimated Cost: Nexis Alert system, hazard risk, and provide Potential Funding Sources: Internal Budget information describing system alerts pertaining to Emergency Management, City Administration Implementation Schedule: notification, evacuation, during severe weather Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan events. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: City of Idalou Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire Effect on new/existing buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,500 Potential Funding Sources: Internal Budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management, City Administration Implementation Schedule: Currently in place Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 40 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of ... Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Proposed Action: Promote residential storm shelters / safe rooms Harden existing/new residential construction program. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000,000 Site and Location: City of Idalou Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life by enhanced shelters within new and As funds become available Cost/Losses Avoided): existing residential structures Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Effect on new/existing buildings: Harden existing/new residential construction Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management, City Administration Implementation Schedule: As funds become available Incorporation into Existing Plans: Comprehensive Community Development Plan, Building Permit Process COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 41 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of ... Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Implement program to clear debris from flood -prone Reduce potential for flooding structures areas, bridges, drains and culverts to prevent High overtopping and backup during flash floods. $50,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION City Site and Location: Idalou City Hall and local businesses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce minor flooding of structures in SFHAs Emergency Operations Plan, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm Effect on new/existing buildings: Reduce potential for flooding structures Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: City Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: Annually starting in 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 42 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of ... Effect on new/existing buildings: Proposed Action: Establish native grass buffers around Playa Lakes to Moderate Estimated Cost: filter out soil and contaminants from flooding; Potential Funding Sources: Internal Budget replenish dry Playa Lakes to ensure protection of City Administration, Public Works Implementation Schedule: aquifers and mitigate declining water tables due to Incorporation into Existing Plans: Environmental Protection Plan, Water Conservation Plan drought. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: City of Idalou Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce contamination from runoff to Playa Lake Cost/Losses Avoided): recharge areas which act as a natural wetland areas in protection of underground aquifers Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Drought Effect on new/existing buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: Internal Budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration, Public Works Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Environmental Protection Plan, Water Conservation Plan COMMENTS Playa Lakes play a significant role in recharging aquifers but can be contaminated and clogged by runoff due to sedimentation and runoff from flooding; Playa Lakes are a little-known natural resource and play a critical role as communities deal with declining water tables and drought. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 43 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of ... Drought, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Develop water conservation / drought education N/A programs. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $500 Site and Location: City of Idalou Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Enhance water conservation and ensure continued As funds are available Cost/Losses Avoided): supply of potable water Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Extreme Heat Effect on new/existing buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $500 Potential Funding Sources: Internal Funds Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration, Public Works Implementation Schedule: As funds are available Incorporation into Existing Plans: Water Conservation Plan, Firewise Community Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 44 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS CITY OF LUBBOCK MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Widen Milwaukee Avenue and improve carrying Reduce flooding due to improved drainage capacity of floodwaters at Playa Lake 94. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $245,000 Site and Location: 98th St. @ Milwaukee, in vicinity of Playa Lake 94 Lead Agency/Department Responsible Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce property damage and potential flooding of area Mid -2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): structures; reduce monetary cost of road improvements due to washout Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce flooding due to improved drainage Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $245,000 Potential Funding Sources Public Works, CIP funds Lead Agency/Department Responsible Street Engineering Implementation Schedule Mid -2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans Storm Water Management Plan, Drainage Criteria Manual COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 45 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Dam Failure, Flood Proposed Action: Enhance holding capacity of the dry side of the John T. Reduce flooding potential downstream of dam Montford Dam structure, and install a MAT system to High mitigate flooding. $4.5 Million BACKGROUND INFORMATION Bonds, HMGP Grants Site and Location: Lake Alan Henry at Dam site Implementation Schedule Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce property damage and avoid loss of life Evacuation Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce flooding potential downstream of dam Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $4.5 Million Potential Funding Sources Bonds, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Montford Dam and surrounding land is located in adjacent Garza County, but owned and maintained by the City of Lubbock. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 46 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed LubbockCity of Effect on New/Existing Buildings Proposed Action: Install eight miles of gravity flow storm sewer pipe as High Estimated Cost part of the Northwest Lubbock Drainage Potential Funding Sources Stormwater Fees, HMGP Grants Improvements project, and to help maintain CRS Stormwater Engineering Implementation Schedule rating for flood prevention. Incorporation into Existing Plans BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: NW Loop 289, Quaker Avenue, Erskine Street Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce property damage due to flooding, reduce cost Cost/Losses Avoided): of future flooding and avoid loss of life Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce potential flooding due to drainage project Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $70 Million Potential Funding Sources Stormwater Fees, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible Stormwater Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2017 Incorporation into Existing Plans Storm Water Management Plan, Drainage Criteria Manual COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 47 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed LubbockCity of , Effect on New/Existing Buildings Proposed Action: Study the current condition of the intake tower bridge High Estimated Cost and structure at John Montford Dam; stabilize and Potential Funding Sources Bonds, HMGP Grants harden structure if movement has occurred within the Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule surrounding soils. Incorporation into Existing Plans BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Lake Alan Henry in Garza County Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life due to dam failure Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce dam failure and potential downstream flood Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $417,000+ Potential Funding Sources Bonds, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans Emergency Operations Plan, Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 48 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Flood Proposed Action: Retrofit pump station emergency electric generators Continue to supply critical utilities to structures with automatic switchover capabilities at water High booster pump stations. $3.3 Million BACKGROUND INFORMATION Water Revenue Site and Location: City of Lubbock water supply and distribution system at Implementation Schedule 2013 13 pump stations Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure continued protection of residents and Cost/Losses Avoided): continued essential services Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings Continue to supply critical utilities to structures Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $3.3 Million Potential Funding Sources Water Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Wastewater Implementation Schedule 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 49 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed LubbockCity of Effect on New/Existing Buildings Proposed Action: Replace regulatory and warning traffic signs, install High Estimated Cost breakaway poles within the City limits, and install Potential Funding Sources Taxes pavement markings at intersections and school zones Traffic Engineering Implementation Schedule to mitigate flood velocity damage during flooding Incorporation into Existing Plans Storm Water Management Plan, Drainage Criteria Manual events. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Throughout the City Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce danger to residents and students in high flood Cost/Losses Avoided): risk zones by providing warning signs Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $300,000 ($150,000 over two years) Potential Funding Sources Taxes Lead Agency/Department Responsible Traffic Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans Storm Water Management Plan, Drainage Criteria Manual COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 50 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed LubbockCity of Effect on New/Existing Buildings Proposed Action: Purchase emergency generators as backup in disasters High Estimated Cost and power outages to start Water and Wastewater Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock pumps in compliance with TCEQ regulations. Water and Wastewater Utility Engineering BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2013-2014 Site and Location: Southwest Water Reclamation Plant Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure continued essential services to residents in the Cost/Losses Avoided): event of power failure. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings Continued critical utility service to structures Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $450,000 Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water and Wastewater Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 51 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed LubbockCity of Effect on New/Existing Buildings Proposed Action: Install new central computer traffic system and High Estimated Cost communication system including controllers, Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock hardware and wireless Ethernet to protect against Traffic Engineering Implementation Schedule outages in the event of severe weather events. Incorporation into Existing Plans BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Citywide Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure continued operation of traffic system and Cost/Losses Avoided): communications during severe weather and disasters; improve quality of life for residents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Wildfire, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $4,750,000 Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible Traffic Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans Traffic and Emergency Plans COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 52 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Purchase permanent emergency generators for the Continued utility services for structures City's water system throughout the community as High backup in disasters and severe weather events. $1.8 Million BACKGROUND INFORMATION Bonds Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Continue providing essential services to residents Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) Cost/Losses Avoided): during power failure during severe weather Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm, Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings Continued utility services for structures Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $1.8 Million Potential Funding Sources Bonds Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 53 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Severe Thunderstorm, Flood, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase two Humvee rescue response vehicles that N/A can be used by Police Department during severe Moderate weather events or wildfire. $150,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life for first responders and expedite N/A Cost/Losses Avoided): rescue operations to save lives Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Severe Thunderstorm, Flood, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low) Moderate Estimated Cost $150,000 Potential Funding Sources HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible Police Department Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 or upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans N/A COMMENTS Currently the Police Department has no vehicles routinely available to traverse high or swift water, snow banks, or wildfires. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 54 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Dam Failure, Flood Proposed Action: Complete and implement Emergency Action Plans for Reduce potential flooding in inundation area Montford Dam and Canyon Lake Dam #2 and #3. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $30,000 Site and Location: Citywide, Lake Alan Henry Lead Agency/Department Responsible Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure adequate emergency plan is in place for area 2013-2014 pending TCEQ approval Cost/Losses Avoided): dams; reduce potential loss of lives and property in the event of dam failure Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce potential flooding in inundation area Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $30,000 Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 pending TCEQ approval Incorporation into Existing Plans Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 55 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockCity of Dam Failure, Flood, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Drought Proposed Action: Implement and incorporate smart growth initiatives Reduce flooding, adequate water supplies to homes into approved Hazard Mitigation Plan and long term Moderate community development planning activities. $5,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION City of Lubbock Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure adequate water supplies and key infrastructure Comprehensive Community Development Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): are available as City grows and expands; improve and maintain quality of life for residents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Dam Failure, Flood, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings Reduce flooding, adequate water supplies to homes Priority (High, Moderate, Low) Moderate Estimated Cost $5,000 Potential Funding Sources City of Lubbock Lead Agency/Department Responsible Water Utility Engineering Implementation Schedule 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans Comprehensive Community Development Plan COMMENTS Smart growth initiative projects include rezoning natural hazard areas to restrict development in floodplains and wetlands, adopt policies that guide growth to safe locations, and encourage conservation/cluster subdivisions in order to conserve water during drought conditions. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 56 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS TOWN OF NEW DEAL MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Town of New D - Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase NOAA "All Hazard" radios for early warning Low Estimated Cost: and post -event information to place in all schools, Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants critical facilities, and nursing homes. Emergency Management BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2013 Site and Location: Citywide Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve response time to disaster; reduce loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): and property damage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 57 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Town of New Deal - Action #2 Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Implement a tree trimming program to remove weak Reduce damage to construction by fallen trees/limbs trees near right of ways to avoid debris in roadway Low following a severe weather event. $10,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve response time to disaster through clear Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): roadways; reduce loss of life and property damage by fallen limbs and trees Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce damage to construction by fallen trees/limbs Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 58 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Town of New Deal — Action #3 Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase generator for critical facilities for power Continues essential services to buildings supply in the event of utility failure during severe Low weather events. $20,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: City facilities Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve quality of life; continue to provide essential Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) Cost/Losses Avoided): services to residents before, during and after a severe weather event Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continues essential services to buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $20,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 59 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Town of New Deal — Action #4 (NFIP) Flood Proposed Action: Develop public awareness program to notify residents Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy of availability of flood insurance/reduced cost of a Low flood policy in low-risk flood hazard areas. $500 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Local Revenue Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Increase policy base in low risk flood areas that may Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Floodplain Management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): flood due to poor drainage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flood potential by elevating structures/protecting by flood insurance policy Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $500 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Floodplain Manager Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Floodplain Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 60 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS TOWN OF RANSOM CANYON MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Town of Ransom Canyon — Action #1 (NFIP) Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Expand existing limited alert system equipment High Estimated Cost: currently in place for Ransom Canyon residents in Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants proximity to McMillan Dam, and educate residents of Buffalo Springs with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: flood risk downstream in inundation area. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Ransom Canyon at dam site Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce potential loss of lives by upgrading current alert Cost/Losses Avoided): system and equipment Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Improve response time for securing structures downstream of dam Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Buffalo Springs with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Alert system would be placed at the top of the dam, benefitting the residents of Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 61 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Town of Ransom Canyon — Action #2 (NFIP) Flood, Dam Failure Proposed Action: Implement public awareness program to educate Reduce flooding potential in inundation areas residents on availability of flood insurance and flood High risk city wide. $1,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Local Revenue Site and Location: City wide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life to 1/3 of residents and 80-100 homes Evacuation Plan, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance Cost/Losses Avoided): potentially affected by dam failure and flood risk Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flooding potential in inundation areas Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Buffalo Springs with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS Alert system would be placed at the top of the dam, benefitting the residents of Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 62 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Town of Ransom Canyon — Action #3 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: As part of the Village's Emergency Operations Plan, High Estimated Cost: construct an alternate evacuation route for residents Potential Funding Sources: HMGP affected by McMillan Dam failure, and disseminate Police, EMC Implementation Schedule: information to affected residents regarding dam Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan failure, location of evacuation routes, and shelters. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Site west of Ransom Canyon Dam Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life for residents unable to evacuate due Cost/Losses Avoided): to traffic congestion or flooded road Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flooding potential in inundation areas Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Police, EMC Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Currently, only one route exists for evacuation, if dam fails. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 63 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS CITY OF SHALLOWATER MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Shallowater —Action #1 (NFIP) Flood Proposed Action: Develop a program to disseminate NFIP public Increase flood policies for post -disaster recovery awareness information to citizens. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life by permitting and elevating buildings 2013-2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): in high risk flood zones; increase policy base and reduce monetary outlay associated with flooded structures Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on new/existing buildings: Increase flood policies for post -disaster recovery Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration Implementation Schedule: 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 64 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Shallowater — Action #2 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Proposed Action: Develop a public awareness campaign in conjunction N/A with Shallowater ISD to notify resident of proposed High storm shelter at Shallowater High School campus. $10,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Local Revenue, HMGP Grants Site and Location: Residents within approved radius of shelter site on Implementation Schedule 2013 campus Emergency Operations Plan Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low) High Estimated Cost $10,000 Potential Funding Sources Local Revenue, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible Emergency Manager Implementation Schedule 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 65 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Shallowater —Action #3 (NFIP) Flood Proposed Action: Implement a program for clearing debris from bridges, Reduce potential flooding due to improved drainage drains, and culverts to reduce impediments to first Moderate responders following flash flooding. $15,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP, Local Revenue, other sources Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Increase floodplain conveyance areas Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce potential flooding due to improved drainage Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $15,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, Local Revenue, other sources Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Road and Bridge Implementation Schedule: Upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Potential inter -municipal agreements where applicable. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 66 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS CITY OF SLATON MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of Slaton — Action #1 Effect on new/existing buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase generator to supply Emergency Operation High Estimated Cost: facilities during electrical outages due to severe Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, RFC, SRL, CDBG, ICC, Forest Service, DHS, Local Revenue, other sources weather event. Highway Supervisor BACKGROUND INFORMATION 3rd Quarter- 2013 Site and Location: City facilities to be determined Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide continued essential services to critical facilities Cost/Losses Avoided): and residents in the event of power outage in a flood event or other disaster Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on new/existing buildings: Continue essential services to buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $30,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, RFC, SRL, CDBG, ICC, Forest Service, DHS, Local Revenue, other sources Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Highway Supervisor Implementation Schedule: 3rd Quarter- 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS: ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 67 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Slaton — Action #2 (NFIP) Flood Proposed Action: Distribute NFIP public awareness information to Reduce cost of post -disaster rebuilding and recovery citizens including availability of flood insurance. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: Idalou City Hall Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Cost/Losses Educate residents regarding low cost of flood 2013-2014 Avoided): insurance in low risk flood zones; increase policy base Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on new/existing buildings: Reduce cost of post -disaster rebuilding and recovery Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration Implementation Schedule: 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 68 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of Slaton — Action #3 (NFIP) Effect on new/existing buildings: Proposed Action: Implement program to routinely remove debris from Moderate Estimated Cost: drainage ways and roadside ditches to prevent back Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue up of flood velocity and improve conveyance of City Administration Implementation Schedule: stream during flood events. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Drainage ways Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce drainage and potential minor flooding issues Cost/Losses Avoided): along area creeks and streams Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on new/existing buildings: Reduce potential flooding due to improved drainage Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: City Administration Implementation Schedule: 2013-2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Storm Water Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 69 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS CITY OF WOLFFORTH MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Wolfforth — Action #1 Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase snow plows and sand hauling/spreading N/A equipment. Low BACKGROUND INFORMATION $300,000 Site and Location: City Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce roadway accidents and costs associated with 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): aiding vehicle accidents during severe winter weather events Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $300,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Maintenance Dept. Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 3; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 3; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 70 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Proposed Action: Construct shelter for emergency vehicles and covered N/A walkways for accessing vehicles during severe High weather events. $40,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Site and Location: City office Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce cost to repair vehicles annually damaged by Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): severe weather Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $40,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 2; Technically Feasible 4; Administratively Possible = 3; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 3 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 71 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado Proposed Action: Construct underground emergency operations center. N/A BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: Site to be determined Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provides security from severe weather and ensures Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): essential operations will continue during severe Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan weather events Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2.5 Million Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, PDM Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014-2020 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 3; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 72 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of . , Drought, Extreme Heat, wildfire Proposed Action: Construct detention facilities with water filtration Continued supply of water to new/existing buildings system for alternate water supply source in the event High of drought and extreme heat conditions. $200,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Site and Location: To be determined Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve quality of life for residents; ensure continued Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) Cost/Losses Avoided): supply of potable water Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Extreme Heat, wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continued supply of water to new/existing buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $200,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Council Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 3 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 73 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Drought, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Develop and implement community wide program to N/A conserve existing water supply source. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $100 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve quality of life for residents; ensure continued 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): supply of potable water by educating residents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $100 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Council Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Comprehensive Community Development Plan Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 74 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: City of . . Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase backup generators for city electric utility as Low Estimated Cost: backup for power outages during severe weather Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue events and extreme weather conditions, which can Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: cause power failure. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Citywide Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve quality of life for residents; ensure continued Cost/Losses Avoided): essential services Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continue electric power to structures citywide Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $20,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 75 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Implement program to purchase air conditioners/ N/A heaters for low income and elderly residents Moderate susceptible to severe weather. $5,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Local Revenue Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve quality of life for low income, elderly Emergency Operations Plan, Risk management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): residents; ensure continued essential services Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Risk management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 76 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Flood Proposed Action: Develop and implement NFIP public education Minimize post -disaster rebuilding/relocation costs; protect structures with flood policies program for residents affected by high flood risk Moderate areas. $100 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Local Revenue Site and Location: Citywide Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce economic and monetary losses from flooded Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Flood Management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): structures Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Minimize post -disaster rebuilding/relocation costs; protect structures with flood policies Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $100 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Flood Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 77 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Wolfforth — Action .. Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Proposed Action: Upgrade and expand outdoor warning siren system. N/A BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: Citywide Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve evacuation of residents; shelter is in place for Emergency Management Cost/Losses Avoided): residents during severe weather events Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $100,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, City budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 78 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Wollfforth — Action #10 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado; Hail Proposed Action: Promote private storm shelters and safe room Strengthen buildings in event of cited hazards program for existing and new residential construction. Low BACKGROUND INFORMATION $100,000 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce need for residents to evacuate during severe 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): weather events by sheltering in place at home; reduce loss of life Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado; Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen buildings in event of cited hazards Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $100,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, City budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Residential Construction Manual, Building Permit process COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 79 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of Wolfforth — Action #11 (NFIP) Flood Proposed Action: Update existing floodplain ordinance, prohibiting Reduce flooding potential in high risk zones construction in high risk flood zones. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $100 Site and Location: Special Flood Hazard Areas within community Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize loss of life in flood -prone areas; minimize 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): rescues from floodwaters Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce flooding potential in high risk zones Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $100 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, City budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Floodplain Administrator Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 80 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Flood Proposed Action: Develop and manage storm drain maintenance Reduce risk of flooding by improved drainage program to improve drainage capabilities. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $10,000 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize minor flooding and drainage problems in 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): areas of the city with inadequate or undersized storm drains Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce risk of flooding by improved drainage Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, City Budget Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Floodplain Administrator, Maintenance Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Storm Water Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 81 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of .Action Wildfire Proposed Action: Implement program to require tall grass/weed Reduce wildfire impact on all construction maintenance through local ordinance. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $500 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce potential fuel for wildfire 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): Community Firewise Program Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce wildfire impact on all construction Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $500 Potential Funding Sources: Local Revenue, Property Owners Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Code Enforcement Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Community Firewise Program COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 82 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS City of . , Wildfire, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Purchase equipment and vehicles for emergency N/A response. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $100,000 Site and Location: Citywide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Assist in providing first responders with adequate 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): equipment to ensure protection; evacuation of residents during and after severe weather events and other disasters Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $100,000 Potential Funding Sources: Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: COMMENTS Equipment includes 4x4 pickup, wenches, all- terrain vehicle, and utility trailer. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 83 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS FRENSHIP INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Frenship ISD — Action #1 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase communication equipment including: 1 High Estimated Cost: tower/repeater 5,000, 75 handheld radios (Motorola Potential Funding Sources: HMGP 400 mhz. two-way radio), FCC regulated, 375.00, Superintendent Implementation Schedule: Package 5000 x 6 — portable radio, mobile radio, Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan license. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: 2 high schools, 1 alternative school 10 (admin), 3 middle schools, 7 elementary schools Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Purchase compatible communications equipment to Cost/Losses Avoided): enable communications with Lubbock County in the event of a severe weather event Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 84 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS FrenshipAction Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Proposed Action: Purchase 13 backup mobile generators and trailers to N/A use on 12 campuses in the event of power failure. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $240,000 Site and Location: 12 sites at each school campus Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of school days due to power outage; 2014 or upon funding Cost/Losses Avoided): continue essential services to students; reduce cost of lost frozen food service at each campus Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $240,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent, Maintenance Implementation Schedule: 2014 or upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 85 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS FrenshipAction Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events, along with any available data forthe adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 86 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS IDALOU INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: .. lou ISD — Action #1 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Develop Hazard Awareness program to inform Low Estimated Cost: students, teachers, and parents of safety measures Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants before, during and after a severe weather or natural Idalou ISD Implementation Schedule: disaster event. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: ISD campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Educate to reduce or avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $1,500 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Idalou ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan, Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 87 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS ... Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase NOAA "All Hazard" radios for early warning N/A and post -event information and place in all schools. Low BACKGROUND INFORMATION $300 Site and Location: School campuses Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve response time to disaster; reduce loss of life 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): and property damage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $300 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Idalou ISD Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 88 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS ... Wildfire Proposed Action: Cut firebreaks into wooded areas around school Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire campuses according to risk factor. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: ISD campuses Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss to 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): students, faculty and infrastructure in the event of wildfire Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 89 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS ... , Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 90 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS LUBBOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Terrorism Proposed Action: Purchase door contacts for all doors for Lubbock ISDs'. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: Elementary schools, middle schools, high schools Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life. This would complete a four million Lubbock ISD — Chief of Police and maintenance Cost/Losses Avoided): dollar safety project to help secure the schools from Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan hazard and outside threats Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection, Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Moderate Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $792,000 Potential Funding Sources: Department of Homeland Security, Local Funding Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Lubbock ISD — Chief of Police and maintenance Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS The district has deployed cameras and access controlled doors at all campuses. The door contacts will help monitor doors security at those doors that are not controlled. This would tie into our current system and help with securing our schools. 52 schools with 2,200 doors @ $360.00 each. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 91 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Hail, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase and install (non -breakable) windows in 52 Harden existing school buildings/minimize hazard risk school buildings —11,781 windows. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $35,000,000 Site and Location: Elementary schools, middle schools, high schools Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current This project would reduce the likelihood of injury 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): during a tornado, severe thunderstorm or high wind event Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden existing school buildings/minimize hazard risk Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $35,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HPMG Lead Agency/Department Responsible: School Maintenance Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS The Lubbock area has a high occurrence of severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and damaging winds that potentially could damage buildings and cause the loss of life. The installation of these windows would mitigate the damage. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 92 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Wildfire Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels campuses that increase fire risk. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: Elementary schools, middle schools, high school Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent campuses 2014-2016 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 93 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockD , Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 94 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS LUBBOCK-COOPER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper Hail, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Replace current glass with Lexan material in side Harden existing campus buildings entry. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $850 per door and $300 installation with 140 doors for $161,000 Site and Location: Seven campus sites Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Strengthen buildings, reduce loss of school days due to 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): severe weather, cost of replacing windows (if shattered), long-term cost savings of continued repair to windows due to weather events Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden existing campus buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $850 per door and $300 installation with 140 doors for $161,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grant Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS Will become part of the CIP (Campus Improvement Plan) addressing safety items. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 95 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper Hail, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Replace current glass with Lexan material in main Strengthen existing buildings entry. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $970 per door and $400 installation with 74 doors for a total cost of $101,380 Site and Location: Seven campus entry ways. All of these entries were Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Management designed or retrofitted to be a "choke point" for gaining 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: entry into the campuses. Risk Reduction Benefit (Current This will help finish safety considerations for students Cost/Losses Avoided): and staff that began with SOS -COPS grant. This will complete a major item to increase the overall safety of the campuses and reduce effects of severe weather events. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Hail, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen existing buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $970 per door and $400 installation with 74 doors for a total cost of $101,380 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grant Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS Will be part of the CIP (Campus Improvement Plan) addressing safety items that allows ongoing maintain to have a local funding sources. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 96 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Proposed Action: Retrofit gyms to make them tornado resistant. Strengthen building from tornado risk BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: One gym area on each of the campuses Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; avoid cost to rebuild gyms when Facilities Management Cost/Losses Avoided): destroyed Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building from tornado risk Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $145,000 each gym for $1,015,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grant Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Construction Manual COMMENTS Will become part of the CIP (Campus Improvement Plan) addressing safety items. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 97 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper, Extreme Heat, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Hail Proposed Action: Purchase backup generator for each campus. Continue essential services during disaster BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: Seven campuses at LCISD Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Allows critical facility to maintain operations Facilities Cost/Losses Avoided): 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continue essential services during disaster Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: Generator: $14,500, Fuel tank: $5,000, and Installation: $9,000 = $28,500 per campus, $199,500 total Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grant Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Will become part of the CIP (Campus Improvement Plan) addressing safety items. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 98 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper Wildfire Proposed Action: Cut firebreaks into wooded areas around school Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire campuses according to risk factor. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: ISD campuses Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss to 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): students, faculty and infrastructure in the event of wildfire Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 99 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock -Cooper Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 100 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS NEW DEAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS New Deal ISD — Action #1 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Proposed Action: Retrofit gym for safe room to protect students in the Harden school campus buildings event of natural disasters and severe weather events. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $2 Million Site and Location: School campus Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce loss of life by providing safe shelter to students 2014-2016 upon funding Cost/Losses Avoided): Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden school campus buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2 Million Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, PDM Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Office Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 3 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 101 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS New Deal ISD — Action #2 Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Replace existing windows with shatter proof glass. Minimize damage to buildings during hazard events BACKGROUND INFORMATION Moderate Site and Location: Campus buildings Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce injury to students due to blown glass during Superintendent Cost/Losses Avoided): severe weather and other disaster events; reduce Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan monetary loss of school days due to damaged buildings Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Minimize damage to buildings during hazard events Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $250,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014 or upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal 4= ; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 102 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS New Deal ISD — Action #3 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Proposed Action: Purchase backup generator for campus buildings. Minimize damage to buildings that provide utilities BACKGROUND INFORMATION Moderate Site and Location: Campus buildings Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Ensure continued essential services to students during Superintendent Cost/Losses Avoided): power failure; reduce cost of loss of school days due to Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan outages Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Minimize damage to buildings that provide utilities Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $20,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2015, or upon funding Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal 4= ; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 103 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS New Deal ISD — Action #4 Wildfire Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels campuses that increase fire risk. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: Elementary schools, middle schools, high school Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent campuses 2014-2016 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 104 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS New Deal ISD — Action #5 Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 105 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS ROOSEVELT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Roosevelt Extreme Heat, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Purchase backup generator for each campus. Harden buildings against shutdown during disasters BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: All campuses Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Allows critical facility to maintain operations Facilities Cost/Losses Avoided): 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Flood, Severe Winter Storm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden buildings against shutdown during disasters Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: Generator: $14,500, Fuel tank: $5,000, and Installation: $9,000 = $28,500 per campus Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grant Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Facilities Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 106 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Roosevelt Wildfire Proposed Action: Implement program to reduce tall grass/weeds on Protect new/existing construction from wildfire campuses to prevent wildfire. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $5,000 Site and Location: All campuses Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce potential fuel for wildfire 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): Wildfire Protection Plan Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Protect new/existing construction from wildfire Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: Initial Grant, Parent Volunteer Services Lead Agency/Department Responsible: School Administration Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Wildfire Protection Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 107 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Roosevelt Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 108 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS SHALLOWATER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Shallowater ISD — Action #1 Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Flood, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Proposed Action: Construct a storm shelter and gym for school on Harden campuses existing property. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $2 Million Site and Location: Shallowater High School Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): Emergency Operations Plan Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Flood, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden campuses Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2 Million Potential Funding Sources: Bonds, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 109 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Shallowater .Action Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement a public education program regarding High Estimated Cost: hazard risk and evacuation in conjunction with Potential Funding Sources: Bonds, HMGP Grants construction of a storm shelter and gym at Superintendent Implementation Schedule: Shallowater High School campus. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Shallowater High School Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Flood, Hazmat Release, Pipeline Failure, Pandemic, Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: Bonds, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 110 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Shallowater .Action Wildfire Proposed Action: Cut firebreaks into wooded areas around school Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire campuses according to risk factor. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: ISD campuses Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss to 2014 Cost/Losses Avoided): students, faculty and infrastructure in the event of wildfire Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce risk of building exposure to wildfire Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 111 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Shallowater ISD — Action #4 Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 112 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS SLATON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton ISD — Action #1 Flood, Tornado, Wildfire, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Proposed Action: Install NOAA all -hazard radios at all campuses for N/A early warning of severe weather events. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $5,000 Site and Location: All ISD campuses, administration building Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce response time for shelter in place or evacuation 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): to protect students and faculty Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Wildfire, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000 Potential Funding Sources: Slaton ISD, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 113 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton .Action Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, and Tornado Proposed Action: Purchase six emergency generators for back up for air, Continue essential electrical services on site heat and electric. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $233,628 Site and Location: Six buildings: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, Stephen F 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Austin Elementary, Administration Office, and Ag Barn. Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Necessary to maintain services of critical facilities Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property, Human and Animal Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm, Severe Thunderstorm, and Tornado Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continue essential electrical services on site Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $233,628 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 114 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Slaton .Action Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Become a FEMA -approved Red Cross Shelter for Low Estimated Cost: housing students and residents during severe weather Potential Funding Sources: Grants events, including purchase of portable beds and Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: blankets. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, and Stephen F Austin Elementary Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Help maintain quality of life for students, faculty, are Cost/Losses Avoided): area residents displaced during severe natural disasters; reduce loss of school days following a disaster Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Retrofit buildings as safe shelters Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $60,725 Potential Funding Sources: Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS The school district areas are designated as emergency shelters for the rural community of Slaton in case of disasters. Cots are $55,265 and blankets are $5,460 for 700 each. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 115 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton . , Wildfire Proposed Action: Evaluate condition of existing fire sprinkler system and Safety improvement of buildings from fire either install new Fire Sprinkler System in buildings or High retrofit existing system to include fire alarms. $640,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: Six buildings: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High Implementation Schedule: 2013 School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, Stephen F Austin Risk Management Plan Elementary, Administration Office, and Ag Barn Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Replacement costs of six buildings would be over $10 Cost/Losses Avoided): Million, protection of property (six buildings); avoid loss of life Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Safety improvement of buildings from fire Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $640,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 116 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Slaton .Action Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Develop Hazard Awareness program to inform Low Estimated Cost: students, teachers, and parents of safety measures Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants before, during and after a severe weather or natural Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: disaster event. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, and Stephen F Austin Elementary Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Educate to reduce or avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $1,500 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 117 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton . . Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Purchase NOAA "All Hazard" radios for early warning Secure buildings with early warning and post -event information and place in all schools. Low BACKGROUND INFORMATION $629.65 Site and Location: 7 buildings: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, Stephen F 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Austin Elementary, Administration Office, Transportation Building, and Maintenance Building Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve response time to disaster; reduce loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): and property damage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Flood, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Secure buildings with early warning Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $629.65 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 118 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton .Action Flood, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Drought Proposed Action: Install Portable Water Source as backup in the event Provide essential water source during disaster of public water shortage due to severe weather event Low or natural disaster. $53,500 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: 4 locations: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High Implementation Schedule: 2013 School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, and Stephen F Emergency Operations Plan Austin Elementary Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life, continue essential services to Cost/Losses Avoided): students Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Provide essential water source during disaster Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Low Estimated Cost: $53,500 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS The school district areas are designated as emergency shelters for the rural community of Slaton in case of disasters. Drill a well for each location with generator to run it. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 119 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton .Action Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail Proposed Action: Become a FEMA approved safe shelter site and Harden buildings by retrofitting as shelters retrofit 5 areas of campuses to use as safe rooms and High purchase portable beds and blankets. $1 Million per location BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: 5 areas: Gym at Slaton High School, Gym at Slaton Implementation Schedule: 2013 Junior High School, Gym at Cathelene Thomas Emergency Operations Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Elementary, Gym at Stephen F Austin Elementary, and one room at Administration Office Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life and structural damage to identified Cost/Losses Avoided): safe room designated areas Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden buildings by retrofitting as shelters Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1 Million per location Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS The school district areas are designated as emergency shelters for the rural community of Slaton. (60,725 for portable beds and bedding). ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 120 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton . . Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail Proposed Action: Replace all current glass in doors and windows with Safety improvement for buildings shattered proof glass. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $69,239.79 Site and Location: 4 locations: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD School, Cathelene Thomas Elementary, and Stephen F 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Austin Elementary Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; replacement costs of all windows Cost/Losses Avoided): when damaged Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Safety improvement for buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $69,239.79 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 3; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 3; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 121 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton ISD — Action #10 Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire Proposed Action: Purchase 30 hand held two-way radios for N/A communication. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,889 Site and Location: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High School, Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Cathelene Thomas Elementary, Stephen F Austin 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Elementary, Administration Office, Cosmetology, Ag Barn, Maintenance, and Transportation Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Improve response time to disaster; reduce loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): and property damage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1,889 Potential Funding Sources: Slaton ISD, HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 122 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Slaton ISID — Action #11 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Install water drainage system at campuses as backup Safety improvement, back up water to buildings in severe weather events. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $10,000 Site and Location: Slaton High School, Slaton Junior High School, Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Cathelene Thomas Elementary, and Stephen F Austin 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Elementary Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Safety improvement, back up water to buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $10,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Slaton ISD Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Problem areas: CTE street drain by computer lab / HS by DAEP building. Concrete culvert will fix problem. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 123 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 124 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS SOUTH PLAINS COLLEGE MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #1 Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Replace existing glass with non -breakable glass in all Harden structures school buildings. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: South Plains College Campus (eight buildings) Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life; avoid loss of school days due to 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): broken windows and campus repairs Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden structures Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains Maintenance Department Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS Investigating if breakable glass would be the best choice if glass needed to be broken out, from the inside if there is need for students and faculty needed to get out of buildings. (internal threat) ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 125 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #2 Wildfire Proposed Action: Install firebreak trenches around campuses as safety Reduce wildfire risk to buildings in/around campus measure in event of wildfire. Moderate BACKGROUND INFORMATION $1,000 Site and Location: Build new trenches around 8 buildings, all South Plains Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains College Maintenance Department buildings 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid property loss Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce wildfire risk to buildings in/around campus Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $1,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, Texas Forest Service Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains College Maintenance Department Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Community Firewise Program COMMENTS Investigating the feasibility of creating trenches and/or dry hydrants. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 3; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 126 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS CollegeSouth Plains Action Terrorism Proposed Action: Implement active shooter education and training N/A programs. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $50,000 development and implementation Site and Location: Reese Center — all buildings Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Preventing loss of life and minimizing injury to students 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): and faculty Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 development and implementation Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains Reese Center Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS Additional tactical training and equipment for law enforcement and first responders is needed, as well as enhanced educational programs for employees and students. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 127 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #4 Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Flood, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Install indoor and outdoor warning system to include N/A voice capability. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $2,578,000 for outdoor marquee, PA system, repair/upgrade outdoor siren system Site and Location: Reese Center — all buildings Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Alert the population to the presence of dangerous 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): situations allowing them to take appropriate action and avoid injury Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project, Public Education and Awareness, Protection, Public Education and Prevention Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Flood, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2,578,000 for outdoor marquee, PA system, repair/upgrade outdoor siren system Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains Reese Center Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Upgrade and add additional outdoor and indoor public notification devices to include audible devices and digital message boards. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 128 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #5 Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Flood Proposed Action: Certify campuses as Storm Ready communities and Harden campus buildings against disasters educate students and employees on hazard risk and High warnings. $80,000 for required equipment on all campuses BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: Reese Center — all buildings Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Prepare each campus to identify, communicate and Risk Management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): respond safely to severe weather events. Reduce the likelihood of injury or death and provide sufficient time to seek shelter Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Public Education and Awareness, Protection, Public Education and Structural Project Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden campus buildings against disasters Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $80,000 for required equipment on all campuses Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains Reese Center Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional training and equipment. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 129 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #6 Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Terrorism, Flood, Dam Failure Proposed Action: Enhance the communication capabilities of the Harden facilities Emergency Operations Center and campus situation High rooms. $80,000 per room BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: Reese Center — all buildings Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Each campus will be equipped to manage and respond Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): to needs arising from planned and unplanned incidents Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection, Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Terrorism, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden facilities Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $80,000 per room Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: South Plains Reese Center Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional equipment. Enhanced educational programs for EMC and EOC personnel. Estimated cost: $80,000 per room including furniture, fixtures, and IT Equipment. An estimated four rooms will be needed. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 130 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS CollegeSouth Plains Action Wildfire Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels campuses that increase fire risk. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: Campus wide Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of 2014-2016 Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Manager Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 131 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains College — Action #8 Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 132 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Tech (LubbockTexas University System Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continue essential services onsite Proposed Action: Design and build chilled water, steam and auxiliary Estimated Cost: $23 Million for one boiler/one chiller electrical supply redundancy, and excess capacity HMGP, other grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: system. Implementation Schedule: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Incorporation into Existing Plans: Site and Location: TTUS Lubbock campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Prevent loss of production arising from insufficient Cost/Losses Avoided): heating and cooling capacity. Estimate of savings is dependent upon duration of the outage ranging from $698,000 daily loss of revenue Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Continue essential services onsite Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $23 Million for one boiler/one chiller Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, other grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: TTUS, Physical Plant & Operations Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS Determine feasibility, design, develop, construct and implementation. Capacity of current plant is at 97%. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 133 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement a system -wide Continuity of Operation High Estimated Cost: Plan (COOP). Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: TTUS campuses 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Rapid recovery of operations from a disaster saving Cost/Losses Avoided): approximately $300,000 daily Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $280,000 consulting/implementation Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Develop, implement and test COOP plans. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 134 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement active shooter education and training Priority (High, Moderate, Low): programs. Estimated Cost: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Potential Funding Sources: Site and Location: TTUS campuses Risk Management, EMCs Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Preventing loss of life and minimizing injury to students Incorporation into Existing Plans: Cost/Losses Avoided): and faculty Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 development and implementation Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: N/A COMMENTS Additional tactical training and equipment for law enforcement and first responders is needed, as well as enhanced educational programs for employees and students. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 135 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Tech University System , (LubbockTexas Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Enhance the communication capabilities of the High Estimated Cost: Emergency Operations Center and campus situation Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants rooms. Risk Management, Component EMCs BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2013 Site and Location: TTUS campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Each campus will be equipped to manage and respond Cost/Losses Avoided): to needs arising from planned and unplanned incidents. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Drought, Terrorism, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $80,000 per room including furniture, fixtures, and IT equipment. An estimated four rooms will be needed. Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, Component EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional equipment. Enhanced educational programs for EMC and ECC personnel. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable =6 ; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 136 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Tech University System (LubbockTexas Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement an Evacuation Plan for students and High Estimated Cost: employees, including an education program and Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants evacuation exercises. TTUPD, Component EMCs BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2013 Site and Location: TTUS campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Increased awareness of evacuation procedures. Cost/Losses Avoided): Provide alternate exit and ambulatory strategies for all personnel. Reduce and prevent loss of life and injury. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Terrorism, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $100,000 in equipment (chairs, vests), training materials, policy document printing Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: TTUPD, Component EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional training and equipment. Provide enhanced educational programs for employees and students. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 137 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Extreme Heat Proposed Action: Acquire/build safe shelter areas for facilities and Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High outdoor venues. $100,000 for design, engineering and hardening existing baseball, football, and basketball facilities BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: TTUS campuses Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Provide safer shelter areas for individuals attending or Risk Management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): working the sporting events to mitigate loss of life or injury and enhance the overall safety of operations Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Extreme Heat Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Provide safe shelter structure Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $100,000 for design, engineering and hardening existing baseball, football, and basketball facilities Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, Physical Plant & Operations Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4;Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 138 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Flood Proposed Action: Certify campuses as Storm Ready communities. Harden structures through retrofitting/strengthening BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: TTUS campuses Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Prepare each campus to identify, communicate and Risk Management, Component EMCs Cost/Losses Avoided): respond safely to severe weather events. Reduce the Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan likelihood of injury or death and provide sufficient time to seek shelter. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Public Education and Awareness, Protection, Public Education and Structural Project Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Harden structures through retrofitting/strengthening Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $80,000 for required equipment on all campuses Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, Component EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional training and equipment. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 139 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Implement de-icing retrofit for KTXT tower and guy Protect buildings from ice and severe winter weather wires. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $2.5 Million design, purchase and install de-icing equipment Site and Location: TTU campus Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce the possibility of ice accumulation on the tower 2013 Cost/Losses Avoided): and wires thereby reducing the likelihood of property damage, injury or death from falling ice when accumulation melts and breaks away from the surface Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Protect buildings from ice and severe winter weather Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2.5 Million design, purchase and install de-icing equipment Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: TTUS Risk Management, TTU Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Install system to prevent ice accumulation on radio/TV transmission tower and guy wires. This tower is located in a commuter parking lot and situated such that if the tower fell it could potentially strike buildings and obstruct major state highway. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 3; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 140 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Flood, Thunderstorm Proposed Action: Install monitoring and telemetry capabilities for utility Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High tunnels. $1.58 Million to design, purchase, install devices and system to monitor presence of water accumulation BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: TTUS Lubbock campus Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Prevent water damage arising from flooding in the Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): tunnels escaping into connected buildings. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection, Structural Project, Protection, Public Education and Natural Resource Protection Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Thunderstorm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1.58 Million to design, purchase, install devices and system to monitor presence of water accumulation Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Management, Physical Plant & Operations Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 141 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Proposed Action: Upgrade and expand indoor and outdoor warning N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): system to include voice capability. Estimated Cost: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: TTUS campuses and outdoor venues HMGP Grants Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Alert the population to the presence of dangerous Implementation Schedule: Cost/Losses Avoided): situations allowing them to take appropriate action and Public Information Policy, Emergency Response and Incorporation into Existing Plans: avoid injury Type of Action (Prevention, Property Structural Project, Public Education and Awareness, Protection, Public Education and Prevention Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Dam Failure, Flood, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $2,578,000 for outdoor marquee, PA system, repair/upgrade outdoor siren system Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: TTUS Risk Management, Component EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Public Information Policy, Emergency Response and Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Upgrade and add additional outdoor and indoor public notification devices, to include audible devices and digital message boards. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 142 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Design and build water tower(s) to maintain local High Estimated Cost: supply in absence of electricity. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: TTUS campuses 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Maintain domestic water pressure for consumption Cost/Losses Avoided): and fire control in absence of electricity. Directly impacts health, safety and property preservation Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Structural Project, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Terrorism, Flood, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Provide essential backup electric services to buildings Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $1.5 Million per tank, number of tanks required dependent on engineering analysis and population served Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants, Texas Forest Service Lead Agency/Department Responsible: TTUS, Physical Plant & Operations Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Disaster Response and Recovery Plan COMMENTS Determine feasibility, design, develop, construct and implement. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 143 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Conduct campus -wide severe weather education High Estimated Cost: activities for students, faculty, and parents. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: TTUS campuses 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Educate our employees and students in identifying and Cost/Losses Avoided): responding to hazardous weather events Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Hail, Severe Winter Storm, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $10,000 for printed material, media and food for attendees Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Component EMCs Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Public Information Policy, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Develop plans and obtain additional training and equipment. Provide enhanced educational programs for employees and students. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 144 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS (LubbockTexas Tech University System Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on Priority (High, Moderate, Low): campuses that increase fire risk. Estimated Cost: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Potential Funding Sources: Site and Location: Campus wide Risk Manager Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of Incorporation into Existing Plans: Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Manager Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 145 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Tech University System , (LubbockTexas Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Moderate Estimated Cost: weather events and natural disasters for documenting Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants future historical occurrences. Emergency Management BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2014-2015 Site and Location: Throughout ISD campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Emergency Management Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 146 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS LUBBOCK COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Lubbock Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase a water purification system that would High Estimated Cost: support up to 500 patients and staff in the event of Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants contamination of public drinking water system due to UMC Facility Management Implementation Schedule: severe weather events. Incorporation into Existing Plans: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: UMC on 4th Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life and capacity to sustain critical facility Cost/Losses Avoided): in case of water shortage Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection, Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Extreme Heat, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Provide essential public water system backup Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $105,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: UMC Facility Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Continuance of Operations Plan (COOP) COMMENTS $82,992.700 for system, $5,000 for storage, $20,000 for hook-up. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 147 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock.. Water Shortage, Drought Proposed Action: Purchase sewage back-up system. Essential sewer services maintained BACKGROUND INFORMATION High Site and Location: UMC -4 1h street Potential Funding Sources: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Continue essential services to patients and staff. UMC Facility Management Cost/Losses Avoided): Maintain critical facility, in case of City failure to Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan provide sewage capability Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Water Shortage, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Essential sewer services maintained Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: UMC Facility Management Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS Includes 28 pounds of city litter, per room. Five day storage and one year of rent. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 3; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 148 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock.. Wildfire Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels campuses that increase fire risk. High BACKGROUND INFORMATION $25,000 Site and Location: Hospital complex Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of 2014-2016 Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Administrator Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 149 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock.. , Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns weather events and natural disasters for documenting Moderate future historical occurrences. Minimal, $5,000 annually BACKGROUND INFORMATION NOAA, grants Site and Location: Throughout the hospital district Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 150 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS LUBBOCK COUNTY WATER CONTROL DISTRICT #1 MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Dam Failure, Flood Proposed Action: Work with Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon to Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High expand alert system equipment currently in place to $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: assist in notification of 1/3 of residents living Lead Agency/Department Responsible: WCD with inter -local agreement downstream of McMillan Dam in the event of dam 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: failure and resulting flooding. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: % mile west of Ransom Canyon city limits Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection, Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure, Flood Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $50,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: WCD with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Alert system would be placed at the top of the dam, benefitting the residents of Buffalo Springs and Ransom Canyon. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 151 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Make repairs to McMillan Dam as identified as high High Estimated Cost: risk by TCEQ to prevent failure. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: McMillan earthen dam 2014-2016 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Reduce potential for dam failure, loss of lives of Cost/Losses Avoided): residents downstream of dam site Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention, Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Dam Failure Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Protect downstream structures by reducing dam failure risk Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: TDNR, HMGP Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Water Control District Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 152 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockDistrict #1 — Action #3 Dam Failure, Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Proposed Action: Acquire, reuse, and preserve open spaces adjacent to Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High floodplain areas and dams. $500,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION HMGP Grants Site and Location: McMillan Dam Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Evacuation Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Dam Failure, Flood, Severe Thunderstorm, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce area flooding Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: WCD with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Preserving open space reduces number of people and parcels in floodplain, dam failure inundation areas, flooding as a result of severe thunderstorm and hail; ice melt and flooding associated with severe winter storm; reduced fire fuels contributing to wildfire ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 3; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 153 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock.. , Flood, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Wildfire Proposed Action: Maintain natural environmental features such as Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High earthen berms that act as wind and wildfire buffers, $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: Playa Lakes as natural wetland areas and detention Lead Agency/Department Responsible: WCD with inter -local agreement ponds to capture floodwaters and runoff. 2013 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Evacuation Plan Site and Location: LCWD owned or acquired land Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Natural Resource Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Hail, Severe Thunderstorm, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: WCD with inter -local agreement Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Evacuation Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 3; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 4; Legal = 4; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 154 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Lubbock Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees on High Estimated Cost: campuses that increase fire risk. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: Elementary schools, middle schools, high school 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: campuses Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 155 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS LubbockDistrict #1 — Action #6 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Moderate Estimated Cost: weather events and natural disasters for documenting Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants future historical occurrences. Superintendent BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2014-2015 Site and Location: Throughout water control district Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDUS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 156 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS SOUTH PLAINS ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #1 Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Drought, Flood, Hail, Wildfire Proposed Action: Provide public education and disaster awareness/ Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High preparedness to the SPAG fifteen county region. $30,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Grants Site and Location: SPAG Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Avoid loss of life. Texas South Plains participated in a Public Information Policy, Emergency Operations Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): region -wide collaboration with DSHS to educate the public regarding disasters and how to prepare for them. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Public Education and Awareness Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Drought, Flood, Hail, Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: None Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $30,000 Potential Funding Sources: Grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: FEMA/TDEM Hazard Mitigation Section Implementation Schedule: SPAG-2013 Texas South Plains Incorporation into Existing Plans: Public Information Policy, Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS The effort will be in coordination with regional and local Emergency Management officials, mayors, judges, and City managers to present information to the local communities they serve. Events will be hosted at a local senior citizen center or community center that is open to the public. It has been approximately four years since 211 Texas South Plains participated in a region -wide collaboration with DSHS to educate the public regarding disasters and how to prepare for them. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 157 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #2 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase and implement 25 licenses for SPURS to High Estimated Cost: improve the mass notification method for special Potential Funding Sources: FEMA, TDEM needs citizens. The Mass Emergency Notification will SPAG Homeland Security Unit Implementation Schedule: allow license holders to receive emergency Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan notifications via email, text, and telephone. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Site and Location: South Plains Unified Regional System (SPURS) Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Severe Winter Storm Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $300,000 Potential Funding Sources: FEMA, TDEM Lead Agency/Department Responsible: SPAG Homeland Security Unit Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan, Emergency Response and Evacuation Plan COMMENTS Project is dependent upon receiving funding. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 158 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #3 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Implement and coordinate regional residential Moderate Estimated Cost: NSSA/ATSA certified safe room rebate program. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: Community of South Plains (183 homeowners) 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Prevention of loss of life Cost/Losses Avoided): Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects) MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Tornado, Severe Thunderstorm, Hail Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce risk to existing/new construction Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: $500,000 Potential Funding Sources: FEMA, TDEM Lead Agency/Department Responsible: SPAG-Homeland Security Unit Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Homeowner may receive a rebate for installing a NSSA/ATSA certified Safe Room Shelter. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 159 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #4 Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Proposed Action: Purchase personal protective equipment for first High Estimated Cost: responders for severe weather events. Potential Funding Sources: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Site and Location: SPAG Region -Wide 2013 Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize first responders' exposure to severe dust Cost/Losses Avoided): particles, heat, and chemicals pertaining to natural and human caused disasters. Recent severe dust storms in the region have resulted in illness, risk of sight loss, and respiratory ailments for responders not adequately protected. Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Drought, Wildfire, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Wildfire, Extreme Heat, Hazmat Release Effect on New/Existing Buildings: N/A Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $5,000,000 Potential Funding Sources: HMGP, other grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: SPAG-Homeland Security Unit Implementation Schedule: 2013 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Yes COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 4; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 160 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #5 Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Proposed Action: Track and record data related to observed or reported Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate weather events and natural disasters for documenting Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: future historical occurrences. Lead Agency/Department Responsible: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Implementation Schedule: Site and Location: SPAG Administration building Emergency Operations Plan Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Minimize natural hazard data deficiencies by tracking Cost/Losses Avoided): and recording historical weather events, along with any reported or archived previous occurrence data Type of Action (Prevention, Property Prevention Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Flood, Tornado, Severe Winter Storm, Thunderstorm, Hail, Extreme Heat, Wildfire, Dam Failure, Drought Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Strengthen building codes in areas with historically higher severe weather patterns Priority (High, Moderate, Low): Moderate Estimated Cost: Minimal, $5,000 annually Potential Funding Sources: NOAA, grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Superintendent Implementation Schedule: 2014-2015 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Emergency Operations Plan COMMENTS Historical records are an essential part of mitigating natural hazards; as such, observed and recorded data will be maintained for future tracking of historical hazard events along with any available data for the adjacent jurisdiction per NCDC and SHELDLIS. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 4; Technically Feasible = 4; Administratively Possible = 4; Politically Acceptable = 3; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 161 SECTION 15: MITIGATION ACTIONS MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS South Plains Association of Government — Action #6 Wildfire Proposed Action: Remove downed trees and weakened trees that Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High increase fire risk. $25,000 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Site and Location: Administration building site Implementation Schedule: Risk Reduction Benefit (Current Natural landform protection and reduced risk of loss of Risk Management Plan Cost/Losses Avoided): life and property in the event of wildfire threat Type of Action (Prevention, Property Property Protection Protection, Public Education and Awareness, Natural Resource Protection, or Structural Projects): MITIGATION ACTION DETAILS Hazard(s) Addressed: Wildfire Effect on New/Existing Buildings: Reduce threat to structures by removing fire fuels Priority (High, Moderate, Low): High Estimated Cost: $25,000 Potential Funding Sources: Texas Forest Service, fire prevention grants Lead Agency/Department Responsible: Executive Director Implementation Schedule: 2014-2016 Incorporation into Existing Plans: Risk Management Plan COMMENTS ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: The following STAPLEE criteria were evaluated on a scale of 1 to 5 indicating the extent to which this action satisfies each consideration. (1= Does Not Satisfy 3 = Moderately Satisfies 5 = Strongly Satisfies) Socially Acceptable = 5; Technically Feasible = 5; Administratively Possible = 5; Politically Acceptable = 5; Legal = 5; Economically Sound = 5; and Environmentally Sound = 5 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 162 PLAN MAINTENANCE Plan Maintenance Procedures ................. Monitoring and Evaluation ...................... Monitoring........................................... Evaluation ............................................ Updating................................................... Plan Amendments ............................... Five Year Review .................................. Implementation/Incorporation................ Continued Public Involvement ................. .................................................................1 .................................................................1 .................................................................1 ................................................................. 3 ................................................................. 3 ................................................................. 3 ................................................................. 3 ................................................................. 4 ................................................................. 6 PLAN MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The following is an explanation of how the participating jurisdictions and Lubbock County will implement the Plan, and continue to evaluate and enhance it over time. In order to ensure that the Plan remains current and relevant, the following plan maintenance procedures will be addressed: Monitoring and Evaluating the Plan Updating the Plan Incorporating the Plan into other Planning Mechanisms Continued Public Involvement MONITORING AND EVALUATION Periodic revisions of the Plan are required to ensure that the goals, objectives, and mitigation action plans are kept current. More importantly, revisions may be necessary to ensure that the Plan is in full compliance with federal regulations and state statutes. This portion outlines the procedures for completing such revisions and updates. MONITORING Hazard Mitigation Planning Team members are responsible for monitoring components of the HMAP that pertain to their respective jurisdictions of Lubbock County. Each jurisdiction has designated one person or department responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the Plan for the respective participating entity. The team member's title is listed below. Note: The designated title assigned for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the Plan may be different from the key contact for the participating PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE entity as reflected in Table B-2, Appendix B. Each jurisdiction will review mitigation actions submitted and develop a brief report if any changes are needed, such as recommending an action for funding. If changes are required, the person designated by title below will provide an update to the Planning Team annually and maintain a schedule for prioritizing and implementing any changes to the Plan. A written summary of meeting notes will report the status of particulars involved in turning an action into a project. Table 16-1. Designated Planning Team Member Responsible for Monitoring, Updating, Evaluating and Reporting for the Plan Lubbock County City of Lubbock Town of New Deal City of Idalou Town of Ransom Canyon Village of Buffalo Springs Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District #1 City of Slaton City of Wolfforth City of Shallowater New Deal ISD Idalou ISD Roosevelt ISD Slaton ISD Lubbock Cooper ISD Lubbock ISD Frenship ISD Shallowater ISD Texas Tech University System South Plains College South Plains Association of Governments Emergency Manager Emergency Manager Fire Chief EMC Police Chief Fire Marshall Director Fire Division Chief Emergency Management Coordinator Fire Chief Superintendent Superintendent District Police Chief Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Emergency Management Coordinator Risk Manager Homeland Security Director Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE Lubbock County Hospital District / UMC Emergency Management Liaison University Medical Center EVALUATION As part of the evaluation process, each jurisdiction will assess any changes in risk, determine whether implementation of mitigation actions is on schedule, or if there are any implementation problems (such as technical, political, legal or coordination issues), and reflect changes in land development or programs that affect mitigation priorities in their respective department or organization. The Lubbock County Planning Team will meet on an annual basis to identify any needed changes in the Plan, based upon their evaluation activities. This yearly evaluation process will help determine if any changes are necessary. UPDATING PLAN AMENDMENTS At any time, minor technical changes may be made to the Lubbock County Plan to keep it updated. However, any material changes to the mitigation actions or major changes in the overall direction of the Plan, or the policies contained within it must be subject to formal adoption by Lubbock County. Lubbock County will then review the proposed amendment and vote to accept, reject, or amend the proposed change. Upon ratification, the amendment will be transmitted to TDEM. In determining whether to recommend approval or denial of a Plan amendment request, the following factors will be considered: Errors or omissions made in the identification of issues or needs during the preparation of the Plan; New issues or needs that were not adequately addressed in the Plan; and Changes in information, data, or assumptions from those on which the Plan was based. FIVE YEAR REVIEW The Plan will be thoroughly reviewed by the Lubbock County Planning Team at the end of three years from the approval date to determine whether there have been any significant changes in the area that may necessitate changes in the types of mitigation actions proposed. New development in identified hazard areas, an increased exposure to hazards, disaster declarations, the increase or decrease in capability to address hazards, and changes to federal or state legislation are examples of factors that may affect the content of the Plan. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE The Plan review provides Lubbock County, identified jurisdictions, and other participating entities an opportunity to evaluate those actions that have been successful, and to explore documenting potential losses avoided due to the implementation of specific mitigation measures. The Plan review also provides the opportunity to address mitigation actions that may not have been successfully implemented as assigned. It is recommended that the Lubbock County Planning Team meet to review the Plan at the end of three years, as grant funds may be necessary for the development of a five-year update. Due to the timelines for grant cycles, it is wise to begin planning grant options in advance of the five-year deadline. Following the review, any revisions deemed necessary will be summarized and utilized according to the reporting procedures and Plan amendment process outlined herein. Upon completion of the review and update/amendment process, the revised Plan will be submitted to TDEM for final review and approval in coordination with FEMA. IMPLEMENTATION/INCORPORATION This section discusses how this Hazard Mitigation Plan will be implemented by Lubbock County and the participating jurisdictions listed in this plan. It also addresses how the plan will be evaluated and improved over time and how the public will continue to be involved in the hazard mitigation planning process. Lubbock County and each participating jurisdiction will be responsible for implementing its own mitigation action plan. Each action has been assigned to a specific person or local government office that is responsible for implementing it. The governing bodies of each participating jurisdiction have adopted the mitigation action plan for their jurisdictions. A funding source has been listed for each identified action. This source may be used when the jurisdiction begins to seek funds to implement the action. An implementation time period or a specific implementation date also has been assigned to each action as an incentive for seeing the action through to completion and to gauge whether actions are timely implemented. Participating jurisdictions will integrate implementation of their mitigation action plans with other, existing planning mechanisms such as capital improvement plans, long range growth plans, master storm - water and drainage plans, and regional planning efforts. Jurisdictions will ensure that the actions contained in the mitigation action plans are reflected in these other planning efforts, which will be used to advance the mitigation strategies of the jurisdictions. Upon formal adoption of the plan, hazard mitigation team members from each participating jurisdiction will review all comprehensive land use plans, capital improvement plans, Annual Budget Reviews, Emergency Operations or Management Plans, transportation plans, and any building codes to guide and control development. The hazard mitigation team members will work to integrate the hazard mitigation strategies into these other plans and codes. Each jurisdiction will conduct periodic reviews of their comprehensive land use plans and policies and analyze the need for any amendments in light of the approved hazard mitigation plan. Participating jurisdictions will ensure that capital improvement planning in the future will also contribute to the goals of this hazard mitigation plan to reduce the long-term risk to Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE life and property from all hazards. Within one year of formal adoption of the hazard mitigation plan, existing planning mechanisms will be reviewed by each jurisdiction. Lubbock County is committed to supporting the cities, communities, and other jurisdictions in the planning area as they implement their mitigation plans. Lubbock County and participating planning team members will review and revise, as necessary, the long-range goals and objectives in its strategic plan and budgets to ensure that they are consistent with this mitigation action plan. Additionally, Lubbock County will work with participating jurisdictions and entities to advance the goals of this hazard mitigation plan through its routine, ongoing, long-range planning, budgeting, and work processes. Table 16-2. Example Method of Incorporation Each jurisdiction that participated in the planning process will review the Plan and mitigation actions therein when conducting their annual budget review. When allocating funds for upcoming operating and construction budgets, high priority mitigation actions will be reviewed during City Council, Independent School District Annual Budget Review Board meetings, and Commissioner Court meetings. Each identified staff member/planning Team member will be responsible for bringing mitigation actions to their respective city council/board meeting to discuss feasibility of the potential project in terms of the availability of funds, grant assistance and preliminary cost benefit review. Based on the results of the Capability Assessment Survey, jurisdictions located in Lubbock County have adopted an Emergency Operations or Management Plan. The Plan will be consulted during updates to each jurisdiction's local emergency and/or disaster recovery plan. Risk assessment and vulnerability data will be pulled Emergency Planning from the plan and reviewed in conjunction with the review, renewal or re -writing of an Emergency Operations or Management Plan. This data will either be included within the new emergency planning mechanism or included as an appendix. Mitigation projects that relate to prevention and protection will also be reviewed for relevance to determine if they should be included. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE Before any updates to Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) are conducted, each jurisdiction will review the risk assessment and mitigation strategy sections of the Plan, as limiting public spending Capital Improvements in hazardous zones is one of the most effective long-term mitigation actions available to local governments. Profile information and data regarding NFIP compliance and maintenance will be reviewed in conjunction with any CIP that is developed. If new census or land use data is available, this information should be added to the Plan. The Plan will be utilized in updating and maintaining floodplain management and fire protection plans, as the goals of both planning mechanisms are similar. In updating or maintaining these plans, the Floodplain Management Plan will be consulted for NFIP compliance and flood risk (Section 9) and Fire Protection and wildfire risk and extent (Section 11). Information from these sections will be reviewed for inclusion. In addition, mitigation actions that address wildfire and flood will be reviewed for inclusion by jurisdictions. The Plan will also be discussed at annual budget planning meetings so that proposed funding sources for mitigation actions are taken into consideration. CONTINUED PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT Input from the stakeholders and public was an integral part of the preparation of this Plan and will continue as the Plan grows and changes. This Plan will be posted on the Lubbock County website where local officials and the public will be invited to provide ongoing feedback. Copies of the Plan also will be kept for public review at Lubbock County, which are publicly accessible at 908 Main Street, Lubbock, Texas. Each participating planning team member identified a process during planning meetings for keeping elected officials involved, either through the monitoring and evaluation procedures and/or through the process for continuing public participation. Community officials in various positions are key to keeping citizens and constituents informed of how hazards will be mitigated, particularly as grant applications are submitted under HMGP or through other grant programs as a means to fund mitigation projects included in the Plan. The public will be kept informed through regular local news articles regarding the Hazard Mitigation Plan, public television and radio broadcasts, and Press Releases. Reporting back to community officials annually or at other regular intervals helps maintain support and provide accountability for those responsible for the plan's maintenance and implementation. The Lubbock County Emergency Manager periodically participates in a public radio broadcast in which the public is invited to call in with questions and comments about pertinent issues pertaining to mitigation, Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 SECTION 16: PLAN MAINTENANCE potential disasters, responding to severe weather events, and evacuation and alert procedures associated with natural and human -caused threats. These types of venues, along with social media, including Facebook and Twitter, are excellent tools for continued public involvement in the county -wide Hazard Mitigation plan. Lubbock County also promotes a National Weather Service website with jurisdictions for the public regarding storm report warnings issued for the Lubbock County planning area. Reports of hail, wind damage, or tornadoes are overlaid onto a map image that can be adjusted to display a specific date/time frame of each event. The link is advertised via social media and on Facebook, Twitter at: https://nwschat.weather.gov/lsr/#FWD,AMA,BRO,CRP,EPZ,EWX,HGX,LCH,LUB,SHV,OUN,MAF,SJT/20140 4031459/201404041459/0010 The Planning Team may also designate voluntary citizens from the Lubbock County Community, or willing stakeholder members from the private sector businesses that were involved in the plan's development to provide feedback on an annual basis. Stakeholders and the immediate community have an interest in preserving the functionality of Lubbock County during natural hazard events as they depend on the flow of domestic product and commerce to continue uninterrupted. The task of notifying stakeholders and community members, on an annual basis will be held with the Lubbock County Planning Team. The Planning Team will have the added task of maintaining the plan as a part of their job description. Media such as the local newspaper and radio stations will be used to notify the public of any maintenance or periodic review activities taking place. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 APPENDIX A Overview.......................................................................................................................................................1 StudyArea Definition................................................................................................................................ 2 PopulationData........................................................................................................................................3 AssetInventory.........................................................................................................................................3 Methodology............................................................................................................................................. 3 Hazard Profiles, Vulnerability, and Impact...................................................................................................4 PipelineFailure..........................................................................................................................................5 HazardProfile........................................................................................................................................5 Location................................................................................................................................................. 5 Extent.................................................................................................................................................... 6 Previous Occurrences...........................................................................................................................6 Probabilityof Future Events.................................................................................................................8 Vulnerabilityand Impact.......................................................................................................................8 Hazardous Materials Incident (Fixed and Mobile)....................................................................................9 HazardProfile........................................................................................................................................9 Location...............................................................................................................................................10 Extent..................................................................................................................................................11 Previous Occurrences.........................................................................................................................11 Probability of Future Events...............................................................................................................11 Vulnerabilityand Impact.....................................................................................................................11 Terrorism.................................................................................................................................................12 HazardProfile......................................................................................................................................12 Location...............................................................................................................................................12 Extent..................................................................................................................................................13 Previous Occurrences.........................................................................................................................14 Probability of Future Events...............................................................................................................14 Vulnerabilityand Impact.....................................................................................................................14 Infectious Disease / Pandemic................................................................................................................15 HazardProfile......................................................................................................................................15 Location...............................................................................................................................................16 Extent..................................................................................................................................................16 Previous Occurrences.........................................................................................................................18 Probability of Future Occurrences......................................................................................................21 Vulnerabilityand Impact.....................................................................................................................22 OVERVIEW A risk assessment study was conducted to evaluate the probability of occurrence of a hazard event and the potential associated losses. This evaluation presents loss estimates to provide a foundation for evaluating mitigation measures, in the event a disaster occurs. The loss estimates are intended to support the decision making process for mitigation efforts. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX A Loss estimates calculated for this risk assessment are approximate, based upon available data and methodologies. These estimates should be used to understand relative risk from hazards and potential losses and are not intended to be predictive of precise results. Uncertainties are inherent in any loss estimation methodology arising in part from incomplete scientific knowledge concerning natural hazards and their effects on the built environment. Uncertainties also result from approximations and simplifications that are necessary for a comprehensive analysis (e.g., incomplete or outdated inventory, or demographic or economic parameter data). These factors can result in a range of uncertainty in loss estimates produced by this analysis, possibly at a factor of two or more. STUDY AREA DEFINITION All areas of Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions and entities are included. Figure A-1 shows the study area for the Lubbock County HMAP. Figure A-1. Lubbock County Study Area I fJEwDEAL 150 SHALLOwATER ISD NEW DEAL IID) ALOU IS SHALLOWATER L ffo n IDALOU LUBBOCK ISD ROOSEVELT ISI} FREN5HI ISD LUBBOCK UFFALO SPRINGS RA SOM CANYON WOLFFO COOPER ISD SLATON ISD SLATON Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 APPENDIX A POPULATION DATA As of the 2010 Census, the population was 278,831 in Lubbock County. This represents the population data used in the hazard analyses. ASSET INVENTORY Parcel -level information for Lubbock County is summarized in Table A-1 below. The full data set is based on location (street address and spatial coordinates) of total estimated number of parcels with structures and their dollar values. This data is further introduced and explained within the discussion of individual hazards. It is important to note that some discrepancies may exist in portions of the analyses, in that some parcels may intersect two different jurisdictional boundaries or may intersect more than one hazard boundary. As stated previously, the intent is to use this data to produce relative approximations and estimations of risk and is not necessarily expected to be 100 percent accurate when compared with real- world conditions. Table A-1. Parcel Information 90,614 $12,446,174,477 METHODOLOGY A GIS -based analysis was conducted for hazardous materials release from fixed and mobile sites, and oil and gas pipeline failure. A statistical analysis and summary of potential impact was performed for the hazards terrorism and pandemic. A GIS -based assessment was performed for pipeline failure and hazardous materials release from fixed and mobile sites. Geospatial data was collected from local, regional, state, and national sources, with local data being used to the maximum extent possible. ESRI° ArcGIS"' 9.3.1 was used to assess risk utilizing digital data such as parcel data and demographic data, along with known hazard boundaries and buffers. Using these types of data layers, exposure and associated risk was approximated by estimating the assessed building value associated with developed parcels determined to be located in identified hazard areas. Census 2010 data (at the census block level) was used to estimate potentially exposed populations in hazard areas. The objective of the GIS -based analysis was to determine the estimated vulnerability of people and buildings to the identified hazards, using the best available data. In so doing, local databases, such as local tax assessor records, parcel boundaries, and building footprints, were used in combination with digital hazard data. The results of the analysis provided an estimated number of people, as well as the numbers Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 APPENDIX A and values of buildings determined to be potentially at risk to those hazards with delineable geographic hazard boundaries, i.e., the technological hazards. A more specific description of the GIS -based analysis for each natural hazard is provided in the discussion of each individual hazard. For the hazards terrorism and pandemic, loss would have been based on observed historical losses. However, having no reported loss within Lubbock County for these hazards places all assets vulnerable to this impact. HAZARD PROFILES, VULNERABILITY, AND IMPACT For each of the four technological hazards, a description of the hazard and Lubbock County's overall vulnerability to that hazard was developed. Annualized loss data is provided where available and impact is addressed looking at the warning time or potential speed of onset of the hazard. Impact statements are defined in Table A-2 below. Table A-2. Impact Statements Multiple deaths. Complete shutdown of facilities for 30 days or Substantial more. More than 50 percent of property destroyed or with major damage. Injuries and/or illnesses do not result in permanent disability. Minor Complete shutdown of critical facilities for more than one week. More than 10 percent of property destroyed or with major damage. The term, "technological hazards," refers to the origins of incidents that can arise from human activities such as (for the purposes of this risk assessment) the use of gas and oil pipeline and their manufacture, transportation, and storage. The use of hazardous materials across all industries is a technological hazard, as well as pandemic and acts of terrorism. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 APPENDIX A The scope of this risk assessment assumes that the technological events addressed in this section would be accidental in nature and that their consequences are unplanned and unintended. PIPELINE FAILURE HAZARD PROFILE Fuel pipeline breach or pipeline failure addresses the rare, but serious, hazard of an oil or natural gas pipeline. An estimated 2.2 million miles of pipelines in the United States carry hazardous materials. Natural gas pipelines transport natural gas, and oil or liquid petroleum pipelines transport crude oil and refined products from crude oils, such as gasoline, home heating oil, jet fuel and kerosene in addition to liquefied propane, ethylene, butane and some petrochemical products. Sometimes oil pipelines are also used to transport liquefied gases, such as carbon dioxide. Pipeline failure is a rare occurrence, but has the potential to cause extensive property damage and loss of life. Pipelines have caused fires and explosions which killed more than 200 people and injured more than 1,000 people nationwide, including 50 people in the state of Texas, in the last decade. LOCATION Figure A-2 shows the location of energy pipelines (gas and oil) in the South Plains region. If any of these energy pipelines, gas or oil, were to rupture, such an event could endanger property and lives in the immediate area (up to 500 meters for immediate [primary] impact and up to 2,500 meters for secondary impact). Figure A-2. Gas and Oil Pipelines in the South Plains Region Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 r. N Bailey ���U1 11 e Floyd Motley n V N e. Cochran iio'P qy y, o Crosby Udcens Ki V Terr} Lynn Population Densi 0 2848 Per Sqkm 9=' a.::10-25 Population Density �7' y9F Per Sqkm ''tiiN +•• Lessthan 10 10-25 MM25-50 =50200 —G -Pip , M Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 r. N Bailey le e Floyd Motley n N e. Cochran iio'P qy y, o Crosby Udcens Ki V Terr} Lynn arse 0 2848 88 Nilom Population Density Per Sqkm Lessthan 10 10-25 MM25-50 =50200 More than 200 Oilpipes Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 APPENDIX A EXTENT While many of the historical accidents presented in Table A-3 are relatively small in terms of the amount of property damage that was reported, and while some may not meet the conventional idea of a "pipeline failure," it is valuable to consider these events as part of the vulnerability assessment as they do provide some indication of the types of issues related to gas and oil in the County and the preventable nature of many of these occurrences. For example, several of the incidents reported to the Railroad Commission of Texas were the result of drivers hitting presumably unprotected facilities with their vehicles. Several incidents appeared to be the result of miscommunication, or lack of communication, regarding location prior to digging. Maintenance and possibly homeowner education could have been a contributing factor in two of the events. PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES Table A-3 summarizes the incident log of historical pipeline accidents (gas and oil combined) reported by the Railroad Commission of Texas for the Lubbock County planning area. The historical accidents presented below do not report the amount of injuries and property damage. Table A-3. Historical Pipeline Accidents (Gas and Oil Combined) (2005-2009)1 Lubbock County 06/29/2005 Lubbock County 10/03/2005 Lubbock County 01/19/2006 Lubbock County 01/25/2006 Lubbock County 01/25/2006 Lubbock County 02/13/2006 ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division ONEOK WEST EX Lubbock County 02/27/2006 WYLIE LP -GAS Lubbock County 02/27/2006 ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid -Tex Division 1 Source: Railroad Commission of Texas Not reported Not reported Not reported $10,249 $10,249 $60,000 >$5,000 >$5,000 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 Not Not Not reported reported reported Not Not Not reported reported reported Not Not Not reported reported reported Not Not Not reported reported reported Not Not Fire on Main Line reported reported Not Not Blocked Line reported reported Not Not Fire/Explosion reported reported Not Not Propane Fire reported reported Not reported Not reported Not reported $10,249 $10,249 $60,000 >$5,000 >$5,000 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 APPENDIX A ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 03/03/2006 Not reported Mid -Tex Division reported reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 04/28/2006 Not reported Mid -Tex Division reported reported reported Lubbock County 06/14/2006 MARKWEST PINNACLE Meter/Line Break Not Not <$50,000 reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Metering Station Not Not Lubbock County 06/19/2006 <$50,000 Mid -Tex Division Damaged reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 07/22/2006 Not reported Mid -Tex Division reported reported reported Lubbock County 07/25/2006 ATMOS Energy Corp., Line Fire Not Not >$5,000 Mid -Tex Division reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 09/06/2006 Not reported Mid -Tex Division reported reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 10/13/2006 Not reported Mid -Tex Division reported reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Lubbock County 10/13/2006 Cut Pipe <$5,000 Mid -Tex Division reported reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Lubbock County 12/08/2006 Poly -Main Cut <$5,000 Mid -Tex reported reported Lubbock County 01/19/2007 HOMEOWNER Gas Leak 1 Not >$5,000 INSTALLATION Reported Lubbock County 02/17/2007 ATMOS Energy Corp., Gas Fire Not Not <$5,000 Mid -Tex Division Reported Reported Underground Not Not Not Lubbock County 03/12/2007 UNKNOWN Pipeline Bust Reported Reported Reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Not Not Lubbock County 03/21/2007 Gas Leak/Fire Mid -Tex Division Reported Reported Reported ATMOS Energy Corp., Not Lubbock County 04/10/2007 Gas Leak 1 <$5,000 Mid -Tex Division Reported Not Not Not Lubbock County 05/16/2007 WTG FUELS Vapor Leak Reported Reported Reported Oil Tank Battery Not Not Not Lubbock County 09/09/2007 SOCORRO on Fire Reported Reported Reported Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 APPENDIX A Lubbock County 01/10/2008 ATMOS Energy Corp., Damaged Line 1 Not <$50,000 Mid -Tex Division Reported Lubbock County 01/10/2008 MARKWEST Damaged Line 1 Not <$50,000 POWER Reported Lubbock County 04/26/2008 N/A House Fire Not Not Not Reported Reported Reported Not Not Not Not Lubbock County 05/19/2008 Meter Break Reported Reported Reported Reported Not Not Not Lubbock County 06/03/2008 N/A Gas Fire Reported Reported Reported Lubbock County 09/24/2008 N/A Main Line Break Not Not Not Reported Reported Reported Lubbock County 10/01/2008 N/A Main Line Break Not Not Not Reported Reported Reported Natural Gas Line Not Not Lubbock County 10/02/2008 N/A <$50,000 Cut Reported Reported Lubbock County 12/01/2008 ATMOS Energy Corp., Electrical Impact 1 Not <$5,000 Mid -Tex Division Reported Lubbock County 07/10/2009 N/A House Burn Not Not Not Reported Reported Reported Lubbock County 07/16/2009 N/A Relief Valve Cut 1 Not Not Reported Reported Lubbock County 12/17/2009 AGRITEX GAS Coupling Leak 1 Not Not Reported Reported PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS According to the historical incident data, a pipeline incident for the County is highly likely, with an event occurring, on average, once or twice per year. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Tables A-4 and A-5 show total numbers of population and buildings potentially at risk from gas and oil pipeline accidents, respectively. The analysis for gas pipelines consists of natural gas, and the analysis for oil pipelines consists of natural gas liquids. The immediate (primary) area of impact for both types of pipeline accidents is a 500 -meter buffer. The secondary area of impact for both types of pipeline accidents is a 2,500 -meter buffer. Both types of impact can inflict substantial damage on the surrounding areas. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 APPENDIX A Pipeline breaches have the potential to cause multiple deaths and completely shut down facilities for 30 days or more. Table A-4. Potential Impact Due to Energy Pipeline Failure Lubbock 1,341,897 499,526 21,607 Potential dollar loss estimates for energy pipeline failures are not available. However, the historic average occurrence of pipeline failures in the County serves as the best predictor of future expected recurrence. Table A-5. Potential Impact Due to Oil Pipeline Failure' Lubbock 196,007 73,986 3,034 Pipeline failure can have a "substantial" impact. Such events can cause multiple deaths, completely shut down facilities for 30 days or more, and cause more than 50 percent of affected properties to be destroyed or suffer major damage. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT (FIXED AND MOBILE) HAZARD PROFILE In a hazardous materials incident, solid, liquid, and/or gaseous contaminants may be released from fixed or mobile containers, although this profile focuses on fixed sites. Weather conditions will directly affect how the hazard develops. The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) is a publicly available database from the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that contains information on toxic chemical releases and other waste management activities reported annually by certain covered industry groups, as well as federal facilities. This inventory was established under the Emergency Planning and Community Right -to -Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA) and expanded by the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990. Each year, facilities that meet certain activity thresholds must report their releases and other waste management activities for listed toxic chemicals to EPA and to their state or tribal entity. A facility must report if it meets the following three criteria: The facility falls within one of the following industrial categories: manufacturing; metal mining; coal mining; electric generating facilities that combust coal and/or oil; chemical wholesale z Source: GIS Analysis Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 APPENDIX A distributors; petroleum terminals and bulk storage facilities; RCRA Subtitle C treatment, storage and disposal (TSD) facilities; and solvent recovery services. Have 10 or more full-time employee equivalents. Manufactures or processes more than 25,000 pounds or otherwise uses more than 10,000 pounds of any listed chemical during the calendar year. Persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals are subject to different thresholds of 10 pounds, 100 pounds or 0.1 grams, depending on the chemical. Tier 2 data is a publicly available database from the Texas Department of State Health Services Tier 2 Chemical Reporting Program. Under the community right -to -know program laws upheld at the state and federal level, all facilities which store significant quantities of hazardous chemicals must share this information with state and local emergency responders and planners. Facilities in Texas share this information by filing annual hazardous chemical inventories with the state, with Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) and with local fire departments. The Texas Tier 2 Reports contain facility identification information and detailed chemical data about hazardous chemicals stored at the facility. A facility must report if it meets the following criteria: Any company using chemicals that could present a physical or health hazard must report them, according to Tier 2 requirements. If an industry has an OSHA deemed hazardous chemical that exceeds the appropriate threshold at a certain point in time, that chemical must be reported. These chemicals may be on the list of 356 Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) or could be one of the 650,000 reportable hazardous substances (not on the EHS list). This reporting format is for a "snapshot in time." EHS chemicals have to be reported if the quantity is either greater than 500 pounds, or if the Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) amount is less than 500 pounds. LOCATION The locations of available TRI and Tier 2 toxic sites in the Lubbock County planning area are shown below in Table A-6. Table A-6. Toxic Sites in Lubbock County' Eagle-Picher Ind. Inc. Construction Equipment Grinnell Flow Control Host Ice Co. Purina Mills Inc. 3 Source: EPA Toxic Release Inventory 1802 E. 50th St. Lubbock 5 2401 N.E. Loop 289 Lubbock 2 130 E. 42nd St. Lubbock 1 212 E. Harvard Lubbock 3 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 APPENDIX A X -Fab Texas Inc. Pyco Inds. Inc. Pyco Inds. Inc. Technical Coatings Inc. ITT Goulds Pumps Turbine Div. 2301 N. University Ave. Lubbock 1 2901 Ave. A Lubbock 2 3305 E. 50th St. Lubbock 2 4501 Bradley St. Lubbock 3 4608 Bradley Lubbock 1 EXTENT From a hazardous materials incident, the micro -meteorological effects of the buildings and terrain can alter travel and duration of agents. Shielding in the form of sheltering -in-place can protect people and property from harmful effects. Non-compliance with fire and building codes, as well as failure to maintain existing fire and containment features can substantially increase the damage from a hazardous materials release. The duration of a hazardous materials incident can range from hours to days. Warning time for hazardous materials incidents is minimal to none. PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES No record of previous hazardous materials incidents from mobile toxic release incidents were provided for Lubbock County from 2002 — 2012. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS Based on the historic incident records, the frequency of occurrence is unlikely, meaning an event every 10 years would be the maximum frequency to expect. Although, based on the location of mobile and fixed hazardous material sites, an incident is possible for Lubbock County. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT The ALOHA model was used to calculate maximum impact of an event should a toxic release occur. Table A-7 shows estimated toxic release exposure to people and buildings for Lubbock County. Table A-7. Estimated Exposure of People and Parcels to Hazardous Materials Releases Lubbock 36 1 123 Hazardous materials or toxic releases can have a "substantial" impact. Such events can cause multiple deaths, completely shut down facilities for 30 days or more, and cause more than 50 percent of affected properties to be destroyed or suffer major damage. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 APPENDIX A TERRORISM HAZARD PROFILE The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) categorizes terrorism in the United States as one of two types— domestic terrorism or international terrorism. Domestic terrorism involves groups or individuals whose terrorist activities are directed at elements of our government or population without foreign direction. International terrorism involves groups or individuals whose terrorist activities are foreign- based and/or directed by countries or groups outside of the United States, or whose activities transcend their national boundaries. A terrorist attack can take several forms, depending on the technological means available to the terrorist, the nature of issue motivating the attack, and the points of weakness of the terrorist's target. Bombings are the most frequently used terrorist method in the United States. A terrorist using a chemical or biological weapon is of particular concern to officials. Special training and equipment is needed in order to safely manage a WMD incident. Biological agents are infectious microbes or toxins used to produce illness or death in people, animals or plants. Biological agents can be dispersed as aerosols or airborne particles. Terrorists may use biological agents to contaminate food or water, as they are extremely difficult to detect. Chemical agents kill or incapacitate people, destroy livestock, or ravage crops. Some chemical agents are odorless and tasteless and are therefore difficult to detect. These chemical agents can have an immediate effect (a few seconds to a few minutes) or a delayed effect (several hours to several days). The Department of Defense estimates that as many as 26 nations may possess chemical agents and/or weapons, and an additional 12 may be seeking to develop them. The Central Intelligence Agency reports that at least 10 countries are believed to possess or are currently conducting research on biological agents for weaponization. Terrorist incidents – as with other natural and technological disasters – involve the application of one or more modes of harmful force to the built environment. These modes include contamination (as in the case of chemical, biological radiological or nuclear hazards), energy (explosives, arson, and even electromagnetic waves), or denial of service (sabotage, infrastructure breakdown, and transportation service disruption). LOCATION There is no distinct geographic boundary to the threat of terrorism. An event is possible throughout the Lubbock County planning area. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 APPENDIX A EXTENT The Homeland Security Advisory System, issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is a color - coded terrorism warning system that sets out five threat levels. Terrorism Warning Threat Levels are described in Table A-8. Table A-8. Terrorism Warning System Threat Levels4 Low: Green Low risk of attacks. Guarded: General risk of attacks. Elevated: Requires "protective measures," such as regularly assessing facilities for weaknesses and finding ways to reduce them, and making sure State and local government employees are trained to handle terrorism situations. Requires government agencies to review and update emergency response procedures and communications systems, as well as provide the public with necessary information. Includes increasing surveillance of critical locations, Yellow Significant coordinating emergency plans with nearby risk of jurisdictions, and implementing contingency and attacks. emergency response plans. Orange Requires coordinating necessary security efforts High: with armed forces or law enforcement agencies, taking additional precautions at public events, High risk of preparing to work at an alternative site or with a attacks. dispersed workforce, and restricting access to essential personnel. Includes assigning emergency response personnel Severe: and setting up specially trained teams; monitoring, redirecting, or constraining transportation systems; Severe risk of closing public and government facilities; and attacks. increasing or redirecting personnel to address emergency needs. 4 Department of Homeland Security s Current threat levels can be found at: http://www.dhs.gov/xinfoshare/programs/Copy_of_press_release_0046.shtm. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 APPENDIX A The Red Cross also issues Advisory System Recommendations for individuals, families, neighborhoods, schools and businesses for each alert level. These recommendations may be found at: www.redcross.org. There are heightened periods for terrorism risk based on intelligence and other information. A potential terrorist event could devastate the community physically, economically and psychologically for many years to come. Warning time for terrorism is minimal to none. PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES The history of terrorism on United States soil includes the attacks of September 11, 2001, on the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. and the ensuing anthrax attacks; the 1995 bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City; and the bombing of the World Trade Center in 1993. Lubbock County has not experienced a terrorist act. While complete prevention of an attack may not be attainable, the County can lessen the likelihood and/or the potential effects of an incident. The County continues to improve its readiness to respond to a terrorist incident through participation in state and federal programs that provide training and equipment for agencies that would respond to a local terrorist incident, and in exercises that help to improve agency coordination and test local response plans. PROBABILITY OF FUTURE EVENTS The types, frequencies, and locations of many natural hazards are identifiable and, even in some cases, predictable, as the laws of physics and nature govern them. Malevolence, however, cannot be forecast with any accuracy. There is, therefore, some potential for most, if not all, types of intentional terrorist acts to occur anywhere and at any time. VULNERA BILITY A ND IMPACT There is no defined geographic boundary for a terrorist event. All of the population, buildings, critical facilities, infrastructure and lifelines and hazardous materials facilities are considered exposed to the hazards of terrorism and could potentially be affected. There are no past local events. Therefore, all assets and facilities are potentially at risk to damages that may, for the most part, be secondary. Terrorist events can have a "substantial" severity of impact. They can cause multiple deaths, completely shut down facilities for 30 days or more, and cause more than 50 percent of affected properties to be destroyed or suffer major damage. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 APPENDIX A INFECTIOUS DISEASE / PANDEMIC HAZARD PROFILE An infectious disease is defined as a clinically evident disease resulting from the presence of pathogenic microbial agents. According to FEMA, infectious diseases are a major threat around the world, killing millions globally each year. Transmission of an infectious disease may occur through one or more means including physical contact with infected individuals. These infecting agents may also be transmitted through liquids, food, bodily fluids, contaminated objects, airborne inhalation, or through vector-borne dissemination. Three terms are commonly used to classify disease impacts: endemic, epidemic and pandemic. An endemic is present at all times at a low frequency (e.g., chicken pox in the United States). An epidemic is a sudden severe outbreak of disease (e.g., the bubonic plague during Medieval times) and a pandemic is an epidemic that becomes very widespread and affects a whole region, a continent, or the world (e.g., the 1957 flu pandemic caused at least 70,000 deaths in the United States and 1-2 million deaths worldwide). Fears of pandemic have risen in recent years as our globalized economy and growing population fosters large scale international travel and trade. Also, growing populations increase the vulnerability of all areas to disease as it can travel more quickly and creates difficulty in preventing the spread of infection. The top 11 infectious diseases according to the World Health Organization, based upon number of deaths, are presented in Table A-9. Table A-9. Worldwide Mortality Due to Infectious Disease' Lower Respiratory Infections 2 Diarrhoeal diseases 2.5 million 4.3% 3 HIV/AIDS 1.8 million 3.1% 4 Tuberculosis (TB) 1.3 million 2.4% 5 Malaria 827,000 1.5% 6 Meningitis 340,000 0.6% 7 Pertussis 195,000 0.3% 6 Source: World Health Organization Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 APPENDIX A 8 Measles 155,000 0.3% 9 Hepatitis B 128,000 0.2% 10 Syphilis 100,000 0.2% 11 Tetanus 88,000 0.2% LOCATION Pandemics are random, with a few happening every century. Wherever and whenever it starts, the disease impacts all areas of the world; all areas are vulnerable. Third world countries have fewer resources to fight disease and may be more vulnerable than industrialized nations. In the United States, the public health system works at the federal, state and local levels to monitor diseases, plan and prepare for outbreaks, and prevent epidemics, where possible. But, in the age of air travel and worldwide shipping, it is becoming increasingly difficult to contain localized outbreaks as infected or exposed people travel and work, sending the disease across the globe in a matter of hours. EXTENT The severity of a pandemic virus can be evaluated from two perspectives: that of the individual who has been infected and that of the general population — that is, how many complications and deaths might be expected as a whole. Measuring severity from either perspective in real time is a major challenge. The most common measure of severity is the case -fatality rate (CFR), as depicted in Figure A-3. The magnitude of a pandemic event is also evaluated from the population level in terms of warnings. Figure A-4 illustrates the various warning levels for pandemic. Dr. Margaret Chan, Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), announced in June of 2009 that H1N1 had reached Phase 6, Pandemic. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 APPENDIX A Figure A-3. Case -Fatality Rate for Severity Case Fatality Ratio X2_0% 0.6 -.1, Prop(,�vd N4 mbw of Do llh5, L_ US Population, .2006 X1,1100,000 940,040 -;11100,019 450.000 • <SOO.OU O m% Category 2 90,000 - <450,600 C13.1% Category 1 .� <90,000 'Assumeg 30% illness rate and unmitigated pandem1c without Interventions Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 17 APPENDIX A Figure A-4. Risk levels for Pandemic (World Health Organization) PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES Statewide, outbreaks of infectious diseases are recorded by the Texas Department of State Health Services, Infectious Disease Control Unit (ICDU). The IDCU tracks reported cases of all non -genetic diseases. Table A-10 below reports the infectious disease outbreaks in the State over 2004-2009. The total number of cases for these diseases range from one reported case to as many as 16,527 reported cases during the timeframe studied. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 18 APPENDIX A Table A-10. Infectious Disease cases in the State of Texas 2004-20097 AIDS 2,353 2,717 2,678 2,796 2,851 2,881 Aseptic Meningitis 1,858 1,747 2,126 1,740 1,878 2,521 Bacterial Meningitis 239 344 484 337 332 412 Campylobacteriosis 1,617 1,425 1,690 1,075 816 1,264 Chlamydia 103,829 98,707 84,784 75,319 71,621 70,186 Cryptosporidiosis 419 2,240 233 273 115 93 Diarrheal diseases NR NR NR NR NR NR Gonorrhea 28,782 31,569 31,761 30,270 26,016 24,339 Hepatitis A 184 259 264 330 461 6,224 Hepatitis B, acute 420 562 741 833 742 687 HIV/AIDS* 4,355 4,161 4,098 3,956 4,326 4,398 Lower Respiratory Infections NR NR NR NR NR NR Malaria 87 87 130 106 130 111 Measles 1 0 7 0 3 0 Meningococcal Disease 53 70 55 45 61 72 Mumps 40 20 21 58 25 23 Pertussis 3,358 2,046 1,051 954 2,224 1,184 Rubella 0 0 0 0 0 1 Salmonellosis 3,964 5,583 3,534 3,060 3,145 2,665 Shigellosis 2,295 4,665 2,358 2,065 3,100 3,336 Streptococcus Disease, invasive NR NR NR NR NR NR Source: Texas Department of State Health and Human Services, Infectious Disease Control Unit Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 19 APPENDIX A Syphilis 6,989 6,321 5,573 4,961 4,374 4,191 Tetanus 1 3 0 1 0 2 Tuberculosis 1,501 1,500 1,507 1,566 1,524 1,671 Varicella (Chicken Pox) 4,445 7,839 10,061 11,768 8,336 8,544 In March of 2009, a novel strain of Influenza A (H1N1 or "Swine Flu") virus was detected in Mexico and the United States. The virus has since spread worldwide. As of September 27, 2009, more than 340,000 cases of Swine Flu have been confirmed worldwide and approximately 4,100 deaths have been reported". The most commonly reported symptoms include cough, fever, sore throat and gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Most cases with H1N1 did not require hospitalization and had symptoms that lasted four days'. Figure A-5 illustrates the percentage of visits to Texas hospitals for influenza -like symptoms. Figure A-6 displays nationwide influenza activity. 8 World Health Organization 9 Carrat, F. et al. Timelines of Infection and Disease in Human Influenza: A Review of Volunteer Challenge Studies. American Journal of Epidemiology, 2008, 167: 77S -78S. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 20 APPENDIX A if Guan i Figure A-5. Percentage of Visits Due to Flu -Like Illness, Texas (2006-2010 Seasons) 8% 6% 496 2% 046 846 6% 4% r J 2% — � `-- � 7 u] W Q rr r r r�r �T14`INNNN NN NN Nt`?C]P'�M Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Fed Mar Ape May June July Aug MMWR week X2006-2007 —2G07-2008 2668-2009 —2009 -AM Figure A-6. Influenza Summary by State — Activity Estimates, Nov. 2009 ''� Alaska Hawaii US Virgin Islands Puerto Rica L Of Columbia Report Activity oradic cal -gional despread PROBABILITY OF FUTURE OCCURRENCES Disease impacts all areas of the world and all areas are vulnerable. Third world countries have fewer resources to fight disease and may be more vulnerable than more industrialized nations. In the United Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 21 APPENDIX A States, the public health system works at the Federal, state and local levels to monitor diseases, plan and prepare for outbreaks and prevent epidemics, where possible. But, in the age of air travel and worldwide shipping, it is becoming increasingly difficult to contain localized outbreaks as infected or exposed people travel and work, sending the disease across the globe in a matter of hours. The probability of an infectious disease outbreak in Lubbock County is unlikely; meaning event has the probability of occurring in the next 10 years. VULNERABILITY AND IMPACT Estimated potential losses are difficult to calculate because infectious disease causes little damage to the built environment and damages generally are experienced through public health response and medical costs as well as lost wages by patients. Therefore, it is assumed that all buildings and facilities are exposed to disease but would experience negligible damage in the occurrence of an outbreak. For example, upkeep and maintenance of buildings and facilities would fall behind due to the high absenteeism of employees or the closing of facilities. Even though a pandemic event would affect mainly people, critical infrastructure services, such as emergency services, utility services, water services and telecommunications can be limited by an event. With the H1N1 pandemic, most of the people affected had mild illness and did not require hospitalization. People at the highest risk for developing complications from H1N1 include children younger than 5, adults 65 year of age and older and pregnant women. People who have medical conditions such as: asthma, heart disease; chronic lung disease; blood, endocrine, kidney, liver or metabolic disorders; or a weakened immune system, can experience a worsening of existing conditions if they contract the H1N1 virus. The costs to the public health sector in terms of responding to an outbreak as well as impact to health as a whole could potentially be "substantial." Multiple deaths could occur; facilities could be shut down for 30 days or more. While indirect, it is possible that property damage would results from the high absenteeism of persons responsible for property management. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 22 APPENDIX B PlanningTeam Members..............................................................................................................................1 Stakeholders................................................................................................................................................. 2 PLANNING TEAM MEMBERS The Lubbock County Plan was organized using a direct representative model, as Lubbock County acted as the direct representative or Advisory Committee for participating jurisdictions in this effort. At the beginning of the process, Lubbock County sent notices to jurisdictions asking for input and participation in the process. The following organizations' responded to the request and participated throughout the planning process. Table B-1. Advisory Committee Planning Team Members — Organization and Title Lubbock County Staff Lubbock County Judge Planning Department/EMC County Judge and Staff Table B-2. Team Members — Organization and Title Lubbock County EMC City of Lubbock EMC Town of New Deal EMC City of Idalou EMC Town of Ransom Canyon EMC Village of Buffalo Springs EMC Lubbock County Water Control and EMC Improvement District #1 City of Slaton EMC City of Wolfforth EMC 1 Titles are given rather than names as the person holding the title in the respective organization will be responsible for continual maintenance of the Update, regardless of whether that same person initially held that role in 2008. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX B City of Shallowater New Deal ISD Idalou ISD Roosevelt ISD Slaton ISD Lubbock Cooper ISD Lubbock ISD Frenship ISD Shallowater ISD Texas Tech University System South Plains College South Plains Association of Governments Lubbock County Hospital District/ UMC University Medical Center EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC Superintendent, EMC EMC Emergency Management Team Emergency Management Team Emergency Management Liaison STAKEHOLDERS The following groups listed in Table B-3 were invited to stakeholder meetings, public meetings and workshops throughout the planning process and include: non-profit organizations; private businesses; hospitals; and school districts. For a list of attendance at meetings, please see Appendix E2. Table B-3. Businesses and Organizations LEPC/ARC Association of Hamm Operators SPCC/Fire Corps Wayland Baptist University West Carlisle VFD Woodrow VFD z Information contained in Appendix E is exempt from public release under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 APPENDIX B Roosevelt VFD South Plains Chapter American Red Cross Lubbock Salvation Army Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 APPENDIX C Overview.......................................................................................................................................................1 PublicSurvey Results.................................................................................................................................... 2 OVERVIEW Lubbock County prepared public surveys that asked a wide range of questions concerning the opinions of the public regarding natural and human -caused hazards. This 15 question survey was made available on the Lubbock County website. This survey link was also distributed at public meetings and stakeholder events throughout the planning process. A total of 77 surveys were collected, the results of which are analyzed in this Appendix. The purpose of the survey was twofold: 1) to solicit public input during the planning process, and 2) to help the jurisdictions to identify any potential actions or problem areas. Survey results are depicted on the following pages, showing the percentage of responses for each answer. For questions that did not provide a multiple-choice answer, or that required an explanation, comments are summarized where similar. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX C PUBLIC SURVEY RESULTS 1. Please state the jurisdiction (city and community) where you reside. 2% 1% 370 2. Have you ever experienced or been impacted by a disaster? City of Lubbock ■ Lubbock -Cooper ISD City of Idalou Lubbock County Town of Ransom Canyon City of Slaton City of Wolfforth -ii Other Yes Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 APPENDIX C 2. B. If "yes," please explain: Flood Tornado Wildfire ■ Extreme Weather Severe Thunderstorm Other 3. How concerned are you about the possibility of your community being impacted by a disaster? Extremely Concerned Somewhat Concerned Not Concerned Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 APPENDIX C 4. Please select the one hazard you think is the highest threat to your neighborhood: Extreme Heat Hail Thunderstorm ® Tornado Winter Storm Drought iI Flood Wildfire ■ Dam Failure 5. Please select the one hazard you think is the second highest threat to your neighborhood: Extreme Heat ® Hail ® Thunderstorm ■ Tornado Winter Storm Drought ■ Flood I I Wildfire Dam Failure Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 APPENDIX C 6. Are there hazards not listed above that you think is a wide -scale threat to your neighborhood? 6. B. If "Yes," please explain. Wind Sheer Electric Outages Pandemic ■ Water Shortage Other • Earthquake Hazardous Material Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 APPENDIX C 7. Is your home located in a floodplain? ® Yes 8. Do you have flood insurance? ® Yes No I don't know Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 APPENDIX C 9. If you do not have flood insurance, why not? ■ Not located in floodplain ■ Too expensive ■ Not necessary because it never floods ■ Not necessary because I'm elevated or otherwise protected ■ Never really considered it 10. Have you taken any actions to make your home or neighborhood more resistant to hazards? ■ Yes ■ No Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 APPENDIX C 10. B. What have you done? Emergency Supplies ■ Clear brush, landscaping Generators ■ Other Emergency planning and training Home improvement 11. Are you interested in making your home or neighborhood more resistant to hazards? Yes No Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 APPENDIX C 12. What is the most effective way for you to receive information about how to make your home and neighborhood more resistant to hazards? 45 - 39 40 - 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 - 19 19 18 2 4 4 6 �e�y ell oR\ o� otomy �r Q 12. B. If other, please specify. ■ Social Media ■ Email ■ Other Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 APPENDIX C 13. In your opinion, what are some steps your local government could take to reduce or eliminate the risk of future hazard damages in your neighborhood? ■ Dam Repair ■ Tornado sirens/early warning/shelters ■ Fire control ■ Communication/planning ■ Training and education ■ Other 14. Are there any other issues regarding the reduction of risk and loss associated with hazards or disasters in the community that you think are important? ® Dam repair ■ Tornado sirens/shelters ■ Communication and education ■ Other ■ Fire control ■ Flood reduction Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 APPENDIX C 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 15. A number of community -wide activities can reduce our risk from hazards. In general, these activities fall into one of the following six broad categories. Please tell us how important you think each one is for your community to consider pursuing. Prevention Property Natural Structural Emergency Public Protection Resource projects services education Protection and awareness ■ Very important ■ Somewhat important ■ Not impoortant Prevention - Administrative or regulatory actions that influence the way land is developed and buildings are built. Examples include planning and zoning, building codes, open space preservation, and floodplain regulations. Property Protection - Actions that involve the modification of existing buildings to protect them from a hazard or removal from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, relocation, elevation, structural retrofits, and storm shutters. Natural Resource Protection - Actions that, in addition to minimizing hazard losses, also preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. Examples include: floodplain protection, habitat preservation, slope stabilization, riparian buffers, and forest management. Structural Projects - Actions intended to lessen the impact of a hazard by modifying the natural progression of the hazard. Examples include dams, levees, seawalls detention / retention basins, channel modification, retaining walls and storm sewers. Emergency Services - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately after a hazard event. Examples include warning systems, evacuation planning, emergency response training, and protection of critical facilities or systems. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 APPENDIX C Public Education and Awareness - Actions to inform citizens about hazards and techniques they can use to protect themselves and their property. Examples include outreach projects, school education programs, library materials, and demonstration events. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 APPENDIX D This Appendix is For Official Use Only (FOLIO) and may be exempt from public release under FOIA. Figures D-1 through D-15 locates all critical facilities that were included in the risk assessment. Facilities mapped were provided by the Lubbock County Planning Team members. Figure D-1. Critical Facilities in Lubbock County' NEW DEAL SHALLOWATER WOLFFOR 1 Use Map Legend for all Critical Facilities Maps. M IDALOU I] EOC_Critical_Facilities TYPE Center Church E13 Clinic n Living Care ❑p FIRE -STATION -PT 117, ❑d Hospitals M ❑Q Hospital_District_pts ❑V SCHOOLS BUFFALO SPRINGS RANSOM CANYON SLATON PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX D Table D-1. Critical Facilities by Type in Lubbock County Assisted Livings Assisted Living Retirements Centers Churches Clinics Independent -Assisted Living Alzheimer's Cares Independent -Assisted Living Short Term Independent Livings Nursing Care Nursing Homes Nursing Home -Assisted Living Retirement Schools Senior Citizen Centers 24 2 3 24 101 1 1 1 4 15 1 2 73 4 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 APPENDIX D Figure D-2. Critical Facilities in the Village of Buffalo Springs and Town of Ransom Canyon Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 APPENDIX D IL Figure D-3. Critical Facilities in the City of Idalou, Idalou ISD Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 APPENDIX D Figure D-4. Critical Facilities in the City of Lubbock 43 5] EM Pm OIL ® -MIR �E IE13IU EE3 5] 5] cap EE3 EB to E F Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 APPENDIX D Figure D-5. Critical Facilities in the City of Lubbock, Lubbock ISD FR M � _ m =a _ D l _ + 1':� �4m _ �E13 _ m 4 CL - - El MJF N� EN._ES .E13 +d =E _ COOPER ISD Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 APPENDIX D Figure D-6. Critical Facilities in the City of Lubbock, Lubbock -Cooper ISD Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 APPENDIX D Figure D-7. Critical Facilities in the Town of New Deal, New Deal ISD NEW DEAL Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 A P P E N U I x D Figur D-8. CHd£a Facilities m the City of shal wat G shin bwaterl D LAI 2 / m Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action man e7 9 APPENDIX D Figure D-9. Critical Facilities in the City of Slaton, Slaton ISD m =� SLATON Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 10 APPENDIX D Figure D-10. Critical Facilities in the City of Wolfforth WOLEFORTH Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 APPENDIX D Figure D-11. Critical Facilities for South Plains College SPC REESE CENTER Nil — — `II� � p �1 l - 0 •.--.� �., IIS,: _ ± , III I�I� �, ILII ��11, �L—n � fl �OktS: ic. r;Il��i�STE Key to SPC Buildings ■ESTAl1CTIONALBWl1}NGs I. PC BArp i ?, PCB4 A�� � aiiisreeEr 4. S B�IdnQng r IfL.ii ACTCamar }j III -ff"naICrrrerTraring5&cd �J &slxG�rangs nfuufiufrr * AJiaiffwl�r �: Samn I usTE& G. SPC Bui{im 6 d. SPC Buffing 7 W 8. SRG Buifirp 6 Adnrmaerrs arni Retards Ofre Business Crfice Buofsfare n. ` T09'[FiW1't 1-0 rI nvr�na CNW Pblim - Cowming GErnwr i=msnad Aid Office Mainten SpedRl services Office Swdern Sande Of e Teeing and _earning Carter f �°. IID DESIGNATED STIJDEM PARKING f Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 12 APPENDIX D Figure D-12. Critical Facilities and Schools for Texas Tech University System �¶ e , " wi .�7'R I� : ✓ y F9 ., s sem. u k Student Government Assarsrinn- r Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 13 APPENDIX D Figure D-13. Critical Facilities for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center TEXAS HF_iLTIi 5C: 7 ";1 ti 1 '.\TFR ^xr--. sctiu , IE:FA5 7:111 L74VERWrY HEALTH BCRiR'CE>g 4gNf6R 2. IJKWERBFR' MECUGALCEhiRII FiNq 1. CJmc[ ;jmci Koo" a. FREBTOR BMnF, 14BS/,F! 5 UNC MEDICAL DDM E FE" 6. C&N7 ar HEOM W@ Caomme NMI[ 12 7.WRAW Mr.DWLP FKKM 8.ACADEMIC UALGR CK BUIW➢I 4. 9EXAE TECH HiM[tJL fB MEDI VI R01I.&K 3u. mmmmY,cRu. sai6 cKWmm 71. UMC- BC47F14EET OtNCER cENCEP 72. UMc-M'.BM7RFFEEh'rE0.J7lL CIrFT5ATJ8lR Cf:BBC 3a. cFexrr^7owrfimoim:.rstv'� N.H8rFR TAISCI LOTS 4f 36. UMC, F'017.m ]8. LIYC r1TIYIN7L wg1Kk1.'f{:µ'RR jamW mcfm�rRucftm S• 17.Hcn LOLLE 9B. UMC OZNERA70R BLOINM Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 14 APPENDIX D Figure D-14. Critical Facilities for Lubbock County Hospital District — University Medical Center n ° 17L Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 15 APPENDIX D Figure D-15. Property for Lubbock County Water Control District #1 ❑o W ater_C o retro I_Cli stri ct_1 Lubbock County Wate r' BUWALL RANSOM CANYON Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 16 APPENDIX E This Appendix is For Official Use Only (FOUO) and may be exempt from public release under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Listing of Dam Locations and Storage Capacities Lubbock 33.533582 -101.694824 76 8,280 Lubbock 33.524464 -101.678137 26 1,620 Lubbock 33.537022 -101.740176 30 156 Lubbock 33.528748 -101.753702 20 200 Lubbock 33.608096 -101.863158 12 50 Lubbock 33.600601 -101.848476 9 73 Lubbock 33.565537 -101.802297 18 345 Lubbock 33.673179 -101.802411 15 590 Lubbock 33.528609 -101.741097 17 243 PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX F WorkshopDocumentation............................................................................................................................1 Public Meeting Documentation....................................................................................................................6 PublicNotices................................................................................................................................................8 WORKSHOP DOCUMENTATION This Appendix is For Official Use Only (FOLIO) and may be exempt from public release under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Lubbock County held a series of planning team workshops: a Kickoff Workshop on August 1, 2012, a Risk Assessment Workshop on November 7, 2012, and a Mitigation Workshop on December 13, 2012. At each of these workshops, planners were informed of steps in the Risk Mitigation process and expressed opinions and volunteered information, as necessary. The sign -in sheets for each workshop are included below. Public (stakeholders) meetings preceded each of the workshops and sign in documentation is included in this section as well. For more details on the workshops and planning process, see Section 2. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX F Figure F-1. Kickoff Workshop, 08.01.12 ]urisdkYlon/Organlatim Name/Tltla Phone E-mail UMc� -- [ i},• 1 e<r vrrhe�ll 3 s#eM e�E� R}anr ee �r7" 77 7- �9x9 �CA1 Nk 44 (Lc flea l.Lcn Pa15JIA7Y��ctld/#vr�t� v:'FF-'4(_O bds:ver-© Slc�.�•or,i sc#..+� C i o •!ae-. ({'¢ r�r C the 5-3.<Z-2 Pmr[ -P y r 104114. C.. 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STS -4Y77 e— J t Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 APPENDIX F PUBLIC MEETING DOCUMENTATION As discussed in Section 2, a series of three public meetings were held in conjunction with each of the workshops. Documentation in the form of sign -in sheets for each of the meetings follows. Figure F-4. Kickoff Workshop, Public, 08.01.12 Organization Name/Title Phone E-mail ,,,7* OV - OffA R y M C GC_ —:36Y—K NJ -13 pA,'z_,2J yj j-,., A- "I"' i5r- LvLE�-_L_ Jilt 611 J L,0 v� ul C-, 7> - C.ILCY Con Cc EMC �5q oc^e 46s, C' L"'q AI, 'A C M TO 9"'3 N_ �i_ A& Y'7:2 August]. 2012 Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 APPENDIX F Figure F-5. Risk Assessment Workshop, Public, 11.06.12 LUBBOCK ctaunrr M20 PkRFWERS� RiiS A6St im nt WV kshop Publ��[ Netting HIZ JANfJE10-M { G'7 f�2 � (�'eJG+i[ESrrYyk�L�+:ir�rr. ll? -3 _-' 9610rrru -Csg 1 -%UL. Ar,i�t�iE_y - xi 4 r�7pL 7`>'F "3TC-�' ti..as�l.w,*r-.w•��E`y@YYsr.1'g1 P 110 7>� 47L 5_9b�- a. l i{. 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Figures F-10 and F-11 provide additional means of informing the public via radio broadcasts pertaining to Emergency Preparedness and development of the Plan. Figure F-7. Public Notice, Lubbock County, 08.01.12 Hazard mitigation meeting lets public, leaders consider threats to Lubbock County Posted: August 1, 2012 - 11:23pm I Updated: August 2, 2012 - 12:51 am 1, Wr By Adam D. Young AVALANCHE -JOURNAL Copyright 2012 Lubbock Online. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Droughts, floods, extreme heat, hail all of these threats and more are on the list for early consideration in Lubbock County's developing hazard mitigation plan. And county emergency management leaders continue to ask the public for help identifying potential hazards and ways to reduce them following the first of three meetings aimed to develop the county's five-year multi jurisdictional hazard mitigation action plan by February, said Clinton Thetford, Lubbock County's emergency management coordinator. "It really takes the entire community to be resilient in disasters and that starts with individuals and families and planning organizations and businesses all the way up to state and local governments," he said. About two dozen representatives from area organizations, Texas Tech and members of the public met with county officials for an initial brainstorm session. County planners already identified a list of nine hazards in Lubbock County, including drought, extreme heat, flooding, hail, thunderstorms, tornadoes, wildfires, winter storms and dam failure — the last spurred on by suspected vulnerabilities in the dam at Buffalo Springs Lake, Thetford said. Referencing last month's deadly movie theater shooting in Aurora, Colo., Texas Tech Assistant Professor Barent McCool asked organizers what, if any, plans area emergency management entities have to deal with situations with mass casualties or people affected by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. McCool, father of astronaut Willie McCool who died in the 2003 Challenger space shuttle crash, noted it's important to consider the psychological impacts of those directly and indirectly affected by a disasters. Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 APPENDIX F "I think you need to plan for that and make sure you have some way of dealing with it," he said. Jay Parchman, the city of Lubbock's emergency management coordinator, said his organization would utilize teams from Lubbock's Mental Health Mental Retardation facility and other state agencies to address psychological needs after a disaster. Ernst Kiesling, executive director of the National Storm Shelter Association, suggested power outages be added to the list following last month's pair of citywide blackouts prompted by failing lightening arrestors. Thetford said counties are required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Texas Division of Emergency Management to develop and submit hazard mitigation plans outlining known or expected hazards and how counties and jurisdictions plan to address them. Thetford said Lubbock County received about $100,000 in grant money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to prepare the plan, with Lubbock County increasing the budget to $130,000 when factoring in man hours from staff. Other public meetings are planned for yet -to -be -determined dates in October and November. To comment on this story: adam.young@lubbockonline.com • 766-8725 leesha.faulkner@lubbockonline.com • 766-8706 Figure F-8. Public Notice, Lubbock County, 11.01.12 MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to serve Lubbock County by providing public ,service with integrity, compassion and professionalism through innovative leadership - Public Notices Public Meeting - Emergency Managerrrent Published - Mufti -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Action Plan More IU Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 APPENDIX F Figure F-9. 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Broadcast Archives Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 11 APPENDIX G Overview.......................................................................................................................................................1 Community Capability Assessments............................................................................................................. 2 Incorporating Mitigation Actions Into Local Planning Mechanisms.............................................................7 OVERVIEW A Community Capability Assessment is an integral component of the Hazard Mitigation Planning Process. It is an invaluable tool in assessing a community's existing planning and regulatory capabilities to support implementation of mitigation strategy objectives. Beginning on Page 2, a completed Capability Assessment Checklist provides information on existing policies, plans and regulations in place for Planning Team members at the local level, or that may be provided by the County on an as -needed basis. Information is denoted with an "X" on the Checklist. For jurisdictions that do not have specific documents or programs in place, Lubbock County works with communities to provide essential service support to facilitate implementation of mitigation activities. Lubbock County services include: Emergency Management Services - maintains and administers an integrated Emergency Management program designed to assure a safe environment through training, prevention/mitigation, readiness, response, and recovery to natural and/or human -caused disasters. This office also currently oversees the administration of the County Homeland Security Program and Health and Safety Program. Real Property Tax Information — provides tax services and property valuation information. Geographic & Property Information — data resources include GIS/map inventory, geology, hazardous materials, infrastructure, managed lands, agricultural, wetland areas, hydrography, watersheds, and other GEOData inventory. PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX G COMMUNITY CAPABILITY ASSESSMENTS Master or comprehensive plan X X X X X X X X X X Smart Growth Initiative plan X Land use plan X Capital improvement plan X Economic development plan X Redevelopment plan Post -disaster recovery plan X X Open space plan X Flood mitigation plan Floodplain management plan (CRS/NFIP) X Local waterfront revitalization plan (LWRP) Watershed protection plan X College campus plan Comprehensive emergency X X X X X X X X X management plan X Emergency response/evacuation plan X X X X X X X X X X Policies/Ordinances Building codes X X X X X X X X Zoning ordinance/land use restrictions X Subdivision regulations X Steep slope ordinance Property set -back ordinance X (water/wildfire/other hazard) Watershed ordinance X Storm water ordinance X Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2 APPENDIX G Site plan review requirements X X X X X X X X Real estate disclosure requirements �I National Flood Insurance Program X X X X X X X X X participant NFIP Community Rating System X participant Property acquisition program X X X Public education/awareness programs X X X X X X X X Stream maintenance program X Storm drainage systems maintenance X program Mutual aid agreement X X X X X X X X X X Hazard analysis/risk assessment X Floodplain maps/flood insurance studies X X X X X X X X X Hydrological/hydraulic studies X NINE Development planner Building code official GIS and/or HAZUS specialist Engineer/public works official Local floodplain administrator Environmental conservation specialist Hazard knowledge Public information official iE IM1 ■N X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X iE IM1 ■N X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 3 APPENDIX G Master or comprehensive plan Smart Growth Initiative plan Land use plan Capital improvement plan Economic development plan Redevelopment plan Post -disaster recovery plan Open space plan Flood mitigation plan Floodplain management plan (CRS/NFIP) Local waterfront revitalization plan (LWRP) Watershed protection plan College campus plan Comprehensive emergency management plan Emergency response/evacuation plan Building codes Zoning ordinance/land use restrictions Subdivision regulations Steep slope ordinance Property set -back ordinance (water/wildfire/other hazard) Watershed ordinance Storm water ordinance Site plan review requirements K4 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 4 APPENDIX G Real estate disclosure requirements National Flood Insurance Program participant NFIP Community Rating System participant Property acquisition program Public education/awareness programs Stream maintenance program Storm drainage systems maintenance program Mutual aid agreement Hazard analysis/risk assessment Floodplain maps/flood insurance studies Hydrological/hydraulic studies Development planner Building code official GIS and/or HAZUS specialist Engineer/public works official Local floodplain administrator Environmental conservation specialist Hazard knowledge Public information official X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X a X X X X X X X X X X Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 5 APPENDIX G Master or comprehensive plan X X X X Land use plan X Capital improvement plan Economic development plan Redevelopment plan Post -disaster recovery plan X X X X Open space plan Flood mitigation plan Floodplain management plan (CRS/NFIP) Local waterfront revitalization plan (LWRP) Watershed protection plan College campus plan X X Comprehensive emergency X X X X management plan Emergency response/evacuation plan X X X X Policies/Ordinance� Building codes Zoning ordinance/land use restrictions Subdivision regulations Steep slope ordinance Property set -back ordinance (water/wildfire/other hazard) Watershed ordinance Storm water ordinance Site plan review requirements Real estate disclosure requirements Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 6 APPENDIX G INCORPORATING MITIGATION ACTIONS INTO LOCAL PLANNING MECHANISMS Table G-1 provides further analysis of how Planning Team members will incorporate identified mitigation actions in the Hazard Mitigation Plan into other planning mechanisms, and the point of contact for each entity. Table G-1. Incorporation of Mitigation Actions Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Lubbock County County Judge, EMC, Fire Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Storm Water Management Plan, Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, City of Lubbock EMC, City Engineer, FPM, Community Development Plan, Flood Damage Mayor Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan, Building Codes Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Town of New Deal EMC Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan, Building Codes City of Idalou EMC, Dir. Public Works Town of Ransom Canyon EMC, Police Chief Village of Buffalo Springs EMC, Police Chief Lubbock County Water Control and Chief of Police Improvement District #1 City of Slaton Mayor Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan, Evacuation Plan for McMillian Dam, Inter -local agreement Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan, Evacuation Plan for McMillian Dam, Inter -local agreement Annual budget review, Water Contingency Plan, Emergency Operations and Recovery Plan Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 7 APPENDIX G Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, City of Wolfforth EMC Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, City of Shallowater EMC, Police Chief Flood Damage Ordinance, Emergency Operations Plan Superintendent, Risk Annual budget review, Facilities Management New Deal ISD Manager Plan, Emergency Operations Plan, Evacuation Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Idalou ISD Superintendent Annual budget review, Emergency Operations Plan Roosevelt ISD Superintendent Annual budget review, Facilities Management Plan, Emergency Operations Plan Annual budget review, Emergency Operations Slaton ISD Superintendent Plan, Evacuation Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan Annual budget review, Risk Management Plan, Lubbock Cooper ISD Superintendent/Risk Emergency Operations Plan, Evacuations Plan, Manager Facilities Management Plan, Campus Improvement Plan Lubbock ISD Superintendent/Risk Annual budget review, Emergency Operations Manager Plan Frenship ISD Superintendent/Police Annual budget review, Emergency Operations Plan, Risk Management Plan Shallowater ISD Superintendent/Risk Annual budget review, Emergency Operations Manager Plan Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, Texas Tech University EMC Emergency Operations Plan, Risk Management System and Physical Plan Operations Plan, Continuity of Operations Plan, College Campus Plan Emergency Management Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, South Plains College Emergency Operations Plan, Continuity of Team Operations Plan, College Campus Plan Annual budget review, Council of South Plains Association Governments Planning, Emergency Operations of Governments Executive Director Plan, Disaster Response and Recovery Plan, Mass Emergency Notification Plan, Safe Shelter Program Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 8 APPENDIX G Lubbock County Hospital Emergency Management Annual budget review, Comprehensive Plan, District/ UMC University Liaison Emergency Operations Plan, Facility Medical Center Management Plan Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 9 APPENDIX H MITIGATING HAZARDS THROUGH THE I -INFO ALERT SYSTEM The I -Info Alert/Notification System for Lubbock County and participating jurisdictions and entities will allow optimal response time to notify both residents and businesses of all natural and human -caused disasters; reduce loss of lives and property; and ensure unified method of disseminating alerts by community officials and first responders. A user license may be obtained by a local jurisdiction, allowing for independent or local alerts or notifications; or, multiple users may connect to the system for county- wide or regional communications. As an "all -hazards" alert system, it has many additional features invaluable to a local community, or on a county -wide basis. Lubbock County and all Hazard Mitigation Action Plan (HMAP) participants may send out public education announcements to assist residents in understanding risk of natural hazards, announce watering restrictions during times of drought, and promote public education and awareness pertaining to natural and human -caused hazard risk in the planning area. The system allows users to target specific groups or residents at high risk. For instance, during extreme weather events, the system can alert elderly or infirm residents that do not have air-conditioning/heat in their homes to seek shelter at cooling/warming stations located throughout the county -wide area. This system is the most beneficial and economic method for reaching residents and businesses county- wide regarding severe weather alerts or notifications, human -caused disasters, public service announcements, general hazard information, and upcoming public meetings. System notification methods include cell phone, land line, email, and pager. These are just a few applications for community alert calls: Call for volunteers and workers Notify targeted community of health hazard Broadcast severe weather warnings i.e. tornado warning Issue Travel Warnings Warn community of natural disaster Blast alert calls for major accidents Request blood donations Hurricane warning and instructions Seek community donations for food, clothing, and shelter Advance notification of utility outages Forest fire alerts and fire alarms Emergency School Closings PREPARING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR HUMAN LIFE AND PROPERTY APPENDIX H Flood and high water warnings Civil unrest or disturbances Issue water conservation instructions during drought conditions Lubbock County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Page 2