Texas Construction Project

What is the nickname of the project to protect the Texas coastline?

• The Ike Dike

• The Texas Barrier

• The Galveston Project

• The Houston Protection

Which city in Texas became the largest in the 19th century due to its major port?

• Austin

• Dallas

• Houston

• Galveston

What natural disaster hit Galveston in 1900, causing thousands of deaths?

• Earthquake

• Tornado

• Hurricane

• Flood

Which hurricane in 2008 caused significant damage to Galveston and Southeast Texas?

• Hurricane Harvey

• Hurricane Ike

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Andrew

What is the estimated cost of the Ike Dike project?

• $10BN

• $20BN

• $30BN

• $40BN

What is the main purpose of the storm surge barrier system in the Ike Dike project?

• To prevent sediment and silt from entering the channel

• To protect the city of Galveston from hurricanes

• To improve the existing seawall in Galveston

• To allow ships to pass in and out of Galveston Bay

Which country's system inspired the gate system in the Ike Dike project?

• United Kingdom

• Germany

• France

• Netherlands

What will be included in the ring barrier to protect the city of Galveston?

• Flood walls and highway gates

• Highway and railroad gates

• A new drainage system with pump stations

• All of the above

How long is the main gate system of the Ike Dike project expected to take to complete?

• 6 years

• 10 years

• 18 years

• 20 years

What is the hope for Texas when the next big storm hits?

• To be prepared and ready

• To avoid any damage

• To rely on other states for help

• To evacuate the entire coastline