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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 government entity authorized 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.
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Barton Springs Discharge (cubic feet per second) Previous: 17 cfs on 11/7/24 |
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Lovelady Monitor Well Water Elevation (msl) Previous: 460.3 msl on 11/7/24 |
Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5pm
The next meeting is a Regular Board Meeting. The District holds Board Meetings on the second Thursday of each month. The meeting will be held at the District’s office at 1124 Regal Row, Austin, TX 78748.
October 2024 was one for the record books, but not for any records we want to break. In Austin, October 13 reached 101°F, which is the hottest October day on record. Last month also brought
The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing at its regular meeting on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at the District office, 1124 Regal Row, Austin, Texas,
The District declared Stage III Critical Drought today, October 3. This is a result of the Lovelady monitor well’s 10-day groundwater level reaching 462.6 feet mean sea level (ft-msl), which is below the District’s Stage
Cooler mornings are a welcome reminder that we’re transitioning from the extreme heat of summer to enjoyable fall temperatures. If only such optimism translated to the state of our life-sustaining aquifers. As I write, the
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