Buda ASR Pilot Test Permit Application Approved
In 2016, the City of Buda completed an ASR feasibility study looking at injecting freshwater Edwards Aquifer water into the Middle Trinity Aquifer. The study evaluated the geology, hydrogeology, and water quality data of the Trinity Aquifer to be used in model and evaluate ASR feasibility. And they reviewed the results of an ASR system […]
Drought and Aquifer Status Update – Oct. 22, 2021
The 2021 Central Texas summer has been noticeably mild, with temperatures in the Hill Country cooled by rainy and overcast days. This summer, Camp Mabry in Austin counted 31 days with measurable rain. That makes it the third rainiest summer when it comes to days of rainfall in the 123 years of record keeping. Between […]
Imagine a Day Without Water – Oct. 21, 2021
Today (Oct. 21) is “Imagine a Day Without Water.” It reminds us that water is essential, invaluable, and in need of investment. The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District is tasked with protecting, recharging, and preventing waste of groundwater and preserving all aquifers in the District. We serve the groundwater community by monitoring groundwater levels and […]
The Aquifer Zone Newsletter – Fall 2021
Check out “The Aquifer Zone” Newsletter for Fall 2021. In this issue: Drought and Aquifer Status Update Weather Station Buda ASR Pilot Test Permit General Manager Opening BSEACD Seeking Interim Director for Precinct 3 How the District Protects Groundwater Science in 60 Seconds Snapshots District Meetings New Instagram Channel Social Media Channels BSEACD Newsroom
Barton Springs and Lovelady Well Level Check – Oct. 20, 2021
Barton Springs and the Loveday Well are the district’s two drought triggers. Thanks to our recent rain event, both saw a bump in levels. Still, conservation is key. Without additional rain for a prolonged amount of time we could return to Stage II Drought Restrictions. La Niña conditions have developed in the Pacific and are […]
General Manager Opening – Job Closing Date: October 22, 2021
Employment Opportunity POSITION: General Manager COMPENSATION: $110,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience) BENEFITS: Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, and paid leave POSTING DATE: August 13, 2021 CLOSING DATE: Oct. 22, 2021 JOB SUMMARY The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (District) is a Groundwater Conservation District with jurisdictional area including parts of […]
BSEACD Interim Director Opening for Precinct 3
Interested in serving on the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors? The Board is currently seeking candidates to serve as an interim Director for Precinct 3 for the unexpired term until the general election in November 2022. Precinct 3 includes service areas for Creedmoor Water Supply, Goforth Special Utility District, and Monarch Utilities. […]
Barton Springs and Lovelady Level Check – Oct. 5, 2021
Barton Springs and the Loveday Well are the district’s two drought triggers. Thanks to last week’s rain, both saw a bit of a bump in levels. While both remain above the Stage II drought threshold, we could return to Stage II Drought Restrictions by mid-December, if not sooner, if we do not see any additional […]
Science in 60 Seconds: Downhole Camera Video
In our latest Science in 60 Seconds we discuss the importance of using downhole video cameras in district wells. Science in 60 Seconds: Downhole Video Cameras VIDEO LINK
Drought Update – Oct. 1, 2021
The rain this week has been a welcome relief, but will it be enough to keep the district out of drought? Hydrogeologist Technician Justin Camp has an update on the latest conditions in the video link below. Drought Update – Oct. 1, 2021