Liberty County residents are calling on local authorities to improve County Road 2167, which floods frequently during heavy rain and leaves residents stranded.
Mason Lake Estates residents raised concerns about being cut off from emergency services, workplaces, and essential supplies due to the road’s vulnerability to flooding.
In past incidents, water levels on the road reached as high as seven feet. Brenda Hubbard, who has lived in the neighborhood with her husband, Bluford, for nearly 20 years, said the community often relies on each other during emergencies.
She emphasized the need for a permanent solution to elevate the road instead of temporary fixes such as dirt that washes away.
Long-time resident Shirley Keenum, who has lived in the area for almost 30 years, described being rescued with her elderly mother-in-law using airboats during a flood.
Angie Morrow questioned whom to contact if the county commissioner is not accessible, citing ongoing delays in addressing road issues.
Margie Whitley, a 74-year-old disabled resident, stressed the urgent need to elevate the road to ensure emergency personnel can reach vulnerable residents.
Liberty County Commissioner Greg Arthur acknowledged the residents’ concerns, noting that raising County Road 2167 would require millions in funding. He advised residents to report road issues directly to their commissioner.
Residents can communicate concerns about County Road 2167 at the Liberty County Courthouse, located at 1923 Sam Houston Street, Liberty, Texas.
