‘The aquifer is not in a great place’ | Hays County aquifer nears historic lows as drought conditions persist | kvue.com Posted on February 5, 2026 by Alan Day Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer officials warn Stage 4 emergency restrictions may soon be triggered. Source: ‘The aquifer is not in a great place’ | Hays County aquifer nears historic lows as drought conditions persist | kvue.com