Highland Village hurricane guide¶

Highland Village is an inland city in Denton County on Lake Lewisville. The city says flooding comes mostly from Lake Lewisville and small creeks, that flash floods are most common in May and June, and that flooding is possible all year. It has seven outdoor warning sirens and sends alerts through Hyper-Reach. For county agencies, see the Denton County page.

Official website: highlandvillage.org

What to know in Highland Village¶

• The city says flooding mostly comes from Lake Lewisville and several small tributaries, and that heavy rain in spring 2015 pushed the lake above the 1 percent annual chance flood stage and closed roads.
• The city has seven outdoor warning sirens, tested the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm weather permitting. They are meant for people outdoors. If you hear one, go inside and follow instructions from local officials.
• Turn Around, Don't Drown: never drive through flooded roads or around barriers. The city also publishes flood insurance information and notes that the city is a member of the National Flood Insurance Program.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Highland Village Hyper-Reach: Free alerts by email, text, or phone for severe weather and evacuations. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Highland Village Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.
• Highland Village Floodplain Administration: Local flood hazard, flood maps, and flood insurance help. Website.
• Highland Village Flood Safety Tips: Flood safety advice from the city. Website.

County services that cover Highland Village¶

Denton County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Highland Village. The Denton County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Official list of open evacuation centers
• Denton County Alerts (Everbridge): Free alerts. If you signed up before for CodeRED, Nixle, or Reverse 911, you must create a new account. The county also asks you to check with your city or town to see what notification systems it offers. Website.
• Denton County Emergency Management: The county's emergency management page. Website.

Related guides¶

• Should I evacuate?
• What to expect at a hurricane shelter
• Hurricane supply list
• After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
• Insurance claims and disaster aid

Sources¶

Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://www.highlandvillage.org/448/Floodplain-Administration
• https://www.highlandvillage.org/198/Emergency-Management
• https://www.highlandvillage.org/451/Flood-Safety-Tips
• https://www.highlandvillage.org/directory.aspx
• https://www.highlandvillage.org/1000/Stay-Notified