District Office Closed Thursday, February 3
Due to inclement weather, our District office is closed on Thursday, Feb. 3
Latest Drought Update – Jan. 27, 2022
Below is the District’s latest drought update. You can also find it in our newsletter: January 2022 Newsletter. The newsletter article also includes graphics. As of January 2022, La Niña is likely near its “peak strength” according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This is likely to cause continued warm and dry climactic […]
The Aquifer Zone Newsletter – Winter 2022
Check out the latest “Aquifer Zone” Newsletter for Winter 2022! The Aquifer Zone Newsletter – Winter 2022 Drought and Aquifer Status Update New General Manager Tim Loftus Precinct 3 Interim Director Lily Lucas Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report Aquatic Science Adventure Camp Scholarships – Essay/Art Contest 2022 Kent S. Butler Groundwater Stewardship Scholarship Essay Contest […]
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Jan. 24, 2022
Here are the latest level checks for Barton Springs and the Lovelady Well. Both are the District’s drought triggers. Remember, conservation is key. Barton Springs and Lovelady are on a steady decline, as the weather forecast remains dry. We are expecting rain today (Jan. 24), but according to the National Weather Service, rain amounts will […]
BSEACD Board of Directors Names Tim Loftus General Manager
The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (District) is pleased to announce Tim Loftus has been named General Manager. Dr. Loftus comes to the District with a wealth of experience in regional water supply planning, water-use conservation, and extensive knowledge in water resource management issues. He will also serve as the Chief Operating Officer of the […]
What is an Aquifer Test?
What is an Aquifer Test? – VIDEO What is an Aquifer Test? An aquifer test is a controlled field experiment made to determine the hydraulic properties of water-bearing and associated rocks. At the BSEACD, we focus these tests on the Edwards and Trinity aquifers. One type of Aquifer Test is a pumping test, which involves […]
2022 Kent S. Butler Memorial Groundwater Stewardship Scholarship Essay Contest
2022 Kent S. Butler Memorial Groundwater Stewardship Scholarship Groundwater Essay Contest Application Deadline: April 20, 2022 Each year essays are scored by an independent judging panel, and the highest-scoring authors are selected to receive a $2,500 scholarship to the college, community college, or training institution of their choice. Essays must generally discuss groundwater issues, which may include but […]
Drought Update – Jan. 14, 2022
Both Barton Springs and Lovelady, the District’s two drought triggers, are seeing a steady decline. It’s been a dry couple of months. Hydrogeologist Technician Justin Camp has the latest drought update and talks about WHEN we could return to Stage II Alarm Drought. Click on video link below. VIDEO UPDATE: Drought Update – Jan. 14, 2022
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Jan. 12, 2022
Here are the latest level checks for Barton Springs and the Lovelady Well. Both are the District’s drought triggers. Remember, conservation is key. Barton Springs and Lovelady are on a steady decline, as the weather forecast remains dry. Jan. 12, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 cfs […]
Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report
The District’s Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report is now posted on our website. It contains information on the District’s programs, a financial report, highlights of District accomplishments in Fiscal Year 2021, and more! Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report