Water managers brace for another scorching summer as more communities turn to water reuse as a conservation strategy
Some communities are turning to water reuse, and state data shows more agencies are also turning to direct potable reuse.
The Texas Tribune4d
These are the proposals lawmakers hope will save Texas’ water supply. Track them here.
Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick — want to invest big in water. Here are the proposals that would do it. Texas lawmakers are expected to debate dozens of bills to help save the state's water ...
The Repository2d
Canal Fulton worried about receiving promised federal funding for new water tower
Construction of a new water tower in Canal Fulton is complete, but officials are waiting to hear about $500,000 in federal funding. The $4.3 million project was funded through state grants and ...
KBTX4d
Texas lawmakers push for billions in water Infrastructure funding
AUSTIN, Texas (KBTX) -A billion dollars a year. That’s how much Texas lawmakers want to pour into water infrastructure, setting the stage for high-stakes discussions on securing the state’s ...
WFIU4d
The Physics of Water Towers
D: On my way into work this morning I must have passed five different water towers. Do those towers serve an important purpose these days? Y: Well, Don, when is the ...
Austin American-Statesman3d
Central Texas town, counties prepare for future water demand as growth continues
Central Texas is among the fastest-growing places in the country. Along with the growing population, water-intensive businesses in Central Texas such as artificial intelligence, data centers and ...
KSAT4d
These are the proposals lawmakers hope will save Texas’ water supply. Track them here.
This article is part of Running Out, an occasional series about Texas’ water crisis. Read more stories about the threats facing Texas’ water supply here. It will also be updated through the ...
KERA News2d
Demand for water in North Texas is soaring. Tarrant agency is finding new ways to meet it
Tarrant Regional Water District officials are exploring new water sources to meet the booming demand for water in the western half of North Texas. The Marty Leonard wetlands, formerly known as the ...
Community Impact1d
Leander approves $19.97M contract to increase water flow into city
Leander City Council approved a contract with Joe Bland Construction for infrastructure projects to increase water flow to ...
Adelaide Now6d
First look: Inside Semaphore Water Tower’s redevelopment into luxury apartment and short-stay accommodation
The tower was once used to maintain water supply to the surrounding area when the Jervois Bridge across the Port River would open for ships, shutting off water mains. Work has begun on the inside ...
KLTV3d
East Texas lawmakers plan to protect water supply as demand grows in big cities
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - As Texas’ population continues to grow, so grows an increased need for water. In the 2022 State Water Plan, the Texas Water Development Board estimated that the state’s existing ...
KLTV4d
Gilmer Airport Game Fence
Michael Richardson speaks with State Rep. Cody Harris (R-Palestine) about Texas' water infrastructure and his goals regarding the topic during the 89th legislative session. Michael Richardson speaks ...