Drought Update: May 2026
A Trinity Aquifer spring along Hamilton Creek in Travis County. District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought Rainfall RecapTotal May rainfall averaged approximately 6.3 inches across the Camp Mabry and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) weather stations—about 1.2 inches above the long-term monthly average (Figure 1). This marks the second consecutive month of above-average rainfall […]
Dye Tracing: Mapping What’s Beneath Our Feet
Student researchers from The University of Texas pour eosine dye into a well adjacent to Hamilton Creek in Travis County. If you’ve ever swum at Barton Springs, you’ve felt the cool, constant water without ever seeing where it comes from. Every drop has traveled through an invisible path underground before rising to the surface. Figuring […]
Notice of Public Hearing – June 11, 2026
The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing at its regular meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the District office, 1124 Regal Row, Austin, Texas, 78748. Public Hearing Notice – Groundwater Management Area 10 Proposed Desired Future Conditions (DFCs) To view the full notice and […]
Drought Update: April 2026
Rainy photo of Onion Creek under Old San Antonio Road | April 2026District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought While April’s overall temperature was above average, it was also our first month with above average rainfall since July of 2025. April was 3.1°F hotter than normal and brought four days with a high of 90°F or above. April is normally our 10th wettest month, and this year it brought almost as much rain as our wettest month (May). This […]
Notice of Public Hearing – May 14, 2026
The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a continuation Public Hearing at its regular meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the District office, 1124 Regal Row, Austin, Texas, 78748. Public Hearing for New Permit (Continued from April 9, 2026) Will B Crenshaw and Beverly Crenshaw (3658 Stoneridge Rd, […]
Drought Update: March 2026
Photo of a dry Barton Creek | February 2026 District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought After delivering the warmest February on record, 2026 has now produced a record-breaking March as well. The month concluded with an average temperature of 70.8°F, which is nearly two degrees higher than the previous record set in 1907 when March averaged 68.9°F. Rainfall was […]
Well Owner Spotlight: Ruby Ranch Water Supply Corporation
Tim Young, General Manager of Operations at PGMS, beside a smart meter in the Ruby Ranch neighborhood. It might be surprising to hear Ruby Ranch Water Supply Corporation (Ruby Ranch WSC) had overpumping penalties with the District just over a year ago. Now, we’re featuring them as a shining example of water conservation in our […]
Rainwater Harvesting: A Viable Alternative Water Option
One household’s journey of transitioning to 100% rainwater harvesting.__________ Want to learn more about rainwater harvesting? Join us for ‘Introduction to Rainwater Harvesting Event’ on Tuesday, April 28 1:00-2:30pm at Dripping Springs Presbyterian. You’ll hear from experts about the basics and benefits of having a system of your own. Learn more and register for free […]
Notice of Public Hearing – April 9, 2026
The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing at its regular meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the District office, 1124 Regal Row, Austin, Texas, 78748. Public Hearing for New Permit Will B Crenshaw and Beverly Crenshaw (3658 Stoneridge Rd, Austin, TX 78746, filed a well […]
Drought Update: February 2026
Photo of Onion Creek under Old San Antonio Road | February 2026 District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought This February felt more like late spring than winter. KXAN reported, “There were 23 days in the month where the high temperature was above normal, topped by 88°F on the 28th. Only three days were below normal […]