The Hill Country is growing. Population is booming and communities are trying to keep up with soaring demand. The State of the Hill Country Report helps give a snapshot of conditions and policies that effect land, water, and communities in our area. Informed decisions are a more sustainable way to manage the delicate resources of … Continue reading State of the Hill Country Report Now Available
The Wimberley Valley and Texas Hill Country benefit from conservation successes made possible because of passionate individuals like Joe Day. Last week, we lost this water protector, land steward, and champion for groundwater conservation to complications caused by cancer. From the mid-1990s, Joe focused his insight and expertise to further sustainable economic development and environmental … Continue reading Tribute to Joe Day
February 2022 Hydro Report The last significant rainfall was nearly three months ago. During the dry winter months, spring flow at Middle Trinity springs–Jacob’s Well, Pleasant Valley, and Park Springs–have been on the decline. Despite frigid temperatures, the January 31 and February 3 rains have boosted streamflow in Cypress Creek and the Blanco River and … Continue reading Three-month Dry Spell Ends with Icy Precipitation
In the Hill Country, groundwater and surface water are connected. Clear springs feed our iconic creeks and rivers. Water recharges aquifers (our groundwater supply) through caves and fractures in creek and riverbeds. Groundwater and surface water are managed differently. Groundwater is considered a private property right and managed through local groundwater conservation districts. Surface water … Continue reading Groundwater and Surface Water 3D Animation
The scientific report documenting the summer 2021 well visits is now available. The Lower Trinity and Middle Trinity Aquifer potentiometric surface maps presented in this report are indices for aquifer health and characterize Trinity Aquifer flow regimes in-depth. The maps provided are compared to previous studies and will be valuable timestamps for future studies. Additionally, … Continue reading Results from Well Visits – Trinity Aquifers