Texas’ elongated drought has done nothing to benefit the states many popular swimming holes.
Source: Drought and demand see Jacob’s Well halting swimming since 2022 (mySA)
Texas must invest in water to meet population growth, state demographer says | Community Impact
Texas’ population surpassed 31 million in 2024, state demographer Lloyd Potter told attendees of the Water for Texas conference Jan. 28 in Austin. He stressed the importance of investing in infrastructure as people and businesses move to the state
Source: Texas must invest in water to meet population growth, state demographer says | Community Impact
Texas must invest in water to meet population growth, state demographer says | Community Impact
Texas’ population surpassed 31 million in 2024, state demographer Lloyd Potter told attendees of the Water for Texas conference Jan. 28 in Austin. He stressed the importance of investing in infrastructure as people and businesses move to the state
Source: Texas must invest in water to meet population growth, state demographer says | Community Impact
Burnet County residents worry about proposed rock crusher plan
A proposed rock crusher in Burnet County, Texas, is causing concerns among thousands of landowners due to the potential impact on water quality and air quality.
Source: Burnet County residents worry about proposed rock crusher plan (KXAN)
Sandow Lakes Ranch takes Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation to court
The Sandow Lakes Ranch developers are taking the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District to court over new rules adopted in October, claiming it “targets” their development project.
Source: Sandow Lakes Ranch takes Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation to court (KXXV)
Texas struggles to plug old oil wells leaking tainted water | The Texas Tribune
Two years after lawmakers created a $10 million program to address leaking wells in rural counties, none of the money has been distributed.
Source: Texas struggles to plug old oil wells leaking tainted water | The Texas Tribune
State takes steps to save groundwater for future use – CBS Sacramento
Marlee Ginter reports on California expanding efforts to capture runoff from winter storms.
Source: State takes steps to save groundwater for future use – CBS Sacramento
State of Texas: Water Demand
The Texas Water Development Board addressed concerns this past week in Austin. State Sen. Charles Perry gave the closing remarks and highlighted priority legislation as part of the 2025 session.
Nueces River Authority discusses long-term water supply strategies
The Nueces River Authority is working on long-term water solutions, including a voluntary 15% reduction in water use and exploring new sources like the Inner Harbor desalination plant.
Source: Nueces River Authority discusses long-term water supply strategies (kristv)
Texas water infrastructure in need of major updates; plans being put forward
SAN ANTONIO – Water is such a crucial resource, but Texas water infrastructure needs a major overhaul, or it could cost the state.
Source: Texas water infrastructure in need of major updates; plans being put forward (Fox SA)