The lakes were last reported at full capacity in July 2019.
Source: Lake Travis, Buchanan levels strained by Texas drought | mySA
Central Texas drought tests farmers’ resilience | Running Dry | kvue.com
Central Texas is still experiencing a water shortage in area lakes and aquifers brought on by drought and demands on our water supply fueled by population growth.
Source: Central Texas drought tests farmers’ resilience | Running Dry | kvue.com
Hill Country growth endangers vital water supply | Community Impact
As the Hill Country continues to be developed, Annalisa Peace, executive director of the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance, said the groundwater entering the Edwards Aquifer is at greater risk of becoming contaminated.
Source: Hill Country growth endangers vital water supply | Community Impact
Legislature debates how to fix Texas’ water problems
The state’s water crisis is expected to get worse without more funding from the Legislature. Jed Murray with the Texas International Produce Association said that a burst pipe can lose over 9 million gallons of water in one month and even more if it isn’t patched quickly.
Source: Legislature debates how to fix Texas’ water problems | Spectrum News
Water deliveries to Mexico resume
The United States resumed water deliveries to Mexico after initially denying the request for the emergency transfer from the Colorado River, according to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins.
Valley farmer awaits Mexico water repayment | KVEO-TV
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Earlier this year, it was announced that $280 million in emergency funding had been approved by Congress to help farmers in the Rio Grande Valley. One Valley farm…
Source: Valley farmer awaits Mexico water repayment | KVEO-TV
Opinion: Texas must make a historic investment in water supply
The state faces a critical challenge in ensuring a sustainable water supply.
Source: Opinion: Texas must make a historic investment in water supply | SAEN
Texas Hill Country dire drought conditions have officials ‘hoping for a hurricane’
After a week of rainy weather blanketed parts of Kendall County, the Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District says the severe weather brought little change to aquifer levels, another blow in a cycle of disappointment and continued drought hitting the region over the last four to five years.
Source: Texas Hill Country dire drought conditions have officials ‘hoping for a hurricane’ | my SA
Welcoming Mexico’s Water Deliveries to the United States and Steps to Meet 1944 Water Treaty Requirements – United States Department of State
In a historic demonstration of leadership, President Trump prioritized ensuring Mexican water deliveries for Texas farmers under the 1944 Water Treaty. Through the direct engagement of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, we are now delivering on the President’s promise. Mexico has committed to make […]