Aquifer Update – Jan. 3, 2022
Edwards: Lovelady turned the corner downwards beginning on 12/11/21. It’s been a subtle decline until 1/2/22 which coincides with the weather change/temp drop (weird instrumentation effects). None the less Lovelady has begun it’s decline. Barton Springs too has been dropping since the last substantial rain (2.2” on 11/3/21). USGS is currently reporting 70 cubic feet […]
District Office Closed on Friday, Dec. 31
Our office will be closed on Friday, Dec. 31 in observance of the New Years holiday.
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Dec. 29, 2021
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 slowly dropping. Please continue to conserve. Dec. 29, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 cfs (cubic feet per second). […]
Barton Springs and Lovelady Well Level Check – Dec. 22, 2021
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 have leveled out. Please continue to conserve. Dec. 22, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 cfs (cubic feet per second). […]
Christmas Holidays – Dec. 23, 24, and 27
The District office will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 23, Friday, Dec. 24, and Monday, Dec. 27 in observance of Christmas. We hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Edwards Aquifer Signs
WHAT’S IN A SIGN? You’ve probably seen those Edwards Aquifer signs as you’re driving around Austin. But what do they mean and why should you care? Principal Hydrogeologist Brian Smith explains how recharge works and why we all need to do our part to protect the Edwards Aquifer. Watch video here: Edwards Aquifer Signs VIDEO
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Dec. 14, 2021
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 have both dropped a little. Please continue to conserve. Dec. 14, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 cfs (cubic feet […]
2022 Summer Aquatic Science Adventure Camp Scholarship Essay/Art Contest
2022 Summer Aquatic Science Adventure Camp Scholarship Essay/Art Contest Application Deadline: March 23, 2022 The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District will offer several scholarships (overnight and day-camp options) to attend the 2022 Edwards Aquifer Research and Data Center’s Aquatic Science Adventure Camp at Texas State University in San Marcos. Scholarships are open to children ages […]
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Dec. 8, 2021
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 holding steady. But as always, please continue to conserve. Dec. 8, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 cfs (cubic […]
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Dec. 2, 2021
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 holding steady for now. But as always, please continue to conserve. Dec. 2, 2021 – Barton Springs remains above the Stage II Alarm Drought Threshold of 38 […]