Spring Trails is so close to The Woodlands it might as well be part of it. It's just on the other side of the highway. I have friends living there and they love it. It's a quiet suburban community close to all the ammenities. There are many established and new subdivisions just east of Spring Trails. Go to
www.har.com and look in the 77386 zip code. Within this zip code, Imperial Oaks is an established neighborhood, Legends Ranch is new (gated with security guards posted at entrance), KB Homes has a development with prices starting under $100k. There are many others as well. I haven't heard of any flooding problems in these areas, but a realtor can look up any property/area and give you that information (I know a terrific one that specializes in this area. If you want her info write me back).