LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) – The water levels and river flow of the Rio Grande have significantly decreased since the 1970s, according to the United States International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC).
Source: Water levels in Rio Grande reservoirs drop, raising concerns in south Texas
Irrigated agriculture is the key to the food, economy and future Texas needs.
Source: Farmers Grow More with Less… Because Water – Texas Monthly
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is extending the decision on whether to list the toothless blindcat and widemouth blindcat as endangered species by six months. Additionally,
Groundwater professionals shared data on statewide trends, permitting, legislative updates and a discussion on property rights versus regulation in a Thursday, July 18, summit. The annual summit was held by the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District (POSGCD)at the Caldwell Civic Center.
Source: Annual summit addresses area groundwater issues | Burleson County Tribune
Sen. Charles Perry said Texas must find ways to address a dwindling water supply in its next legislative session.
Source: Sen. Perry says State needs to address water before its too late
COMAL COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Milann Guckian has one well on her property just north of New Braunfels. “This is all … my only source of water. That’s it,” Guckian said about the small pump and the nearby reservoir.
Source: Water contamination concerns spark pushback against quarry construction above Edwards Aquifer
Federal funding meant for the Lone Star State is being diverted to other states
Source: Washington is eroding Texas’ investment in water infrastructure