The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (the District) was founded in 1987 by the Texas legislature. As a groundwater conservation district, we’re a local entity authorized by the state to work with well owners to protect aquifers and manage the use of groundwater throughout our territory.
The District is currently in Stage III Critical Drought and has been in various levels of drought since July 2022. District drought status is based on two determinants: Barton Springs flow and Lovelady monitor well groundwater levels, as seen on the right. With Texas Hill Country aquifers at severe lows, it’s essential for all community members in the District to meet their groundwater restrictions and continue to conserve this precious resource.
Barton Springs Discharge (cubic feet per second) Previous: 17 cfs on 3/6/25 |
Drought Status |
Lovelady Monitor Well Water Elevation (msl) Previous: 457.6 msl on 3/6/25 |
Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5pm
The next meeting is a Regular Board Meeting and Public Hearing, which is held on the second Thursday of each month unless otherwise noted. This meeting will take place at the District’s office, located at 1124 Regal Row, Austin, TX 78748. Board Meetings will also be accessible virtually via Microsoft Teams.
The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing at its regular meeting on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the District office, 1124 Regal Row, Austin, Texas,
The drought persists in the Texas Hill Country, with the District remaining in Stage III. While February saw slightly above-average rainfall, it wasn’t enough to make a significant impact on the prolonged rainfall deficit that
The District is offering a Well Water Checkup event this spring for well owners in our territory. To check if you’re located in the District, please visit this link. It’s recommended that well owners get
On average, January is the area’s coldest month of the year, which rang true for 2025. Camp Mabry recorded an average temperature of 46.9°F throughout the month—5.3° below normal. Last month tied for the 23rd
1124 Regal Row
Austin, Texas 78748
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