Tina Peterson, GCPD team member working to safeguard Gulf Coast communities and ecosystems
Director

Tina Petersen

Appointment:
Harris County Commissioners Court Appointee
Term:
Expires June 16, 2027

Dr. Tina Petersen is the Executive Director of the Harris County Flood Control District, where she leads efforts to reduce flood risks across one of the nation’s largest and most flood-prone counties. A licensed Professional Engineer, she brings extensive experience in environmental engineering and regional water management.

Board & Committee Service:

  • San Jacinto Regional Flood Planning Group, Member
  • National Association of Floodplain & Stormwater Management Agencies, Executive Committee
  • Texas Water Conservation Association, Board Member

Career Highlights:

  • Executive Director, Harris County Flood Control District
  • Deputy General Manager, Harris-Galveston Subsidence District

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, University of Houston
  • M.S. in Environmental Engineering, University of Houston
  • B.S. in Biology & Environmental Studies, Baylor University

Residence:

Houston, Texas