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Massive pipeline provides water from three lakes to North Texas area June 07, 2022

Approximately 1.5 million feet of pipeline connecting three lakes is now providing water to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The Tarrant Regional Water District and City of Dallas Water Utilities partnered together for the Integrated Pipeline Project to meet growing water demands in their communities.

National Flood Insurance Program helps Texans recover from flood events

National Flood Insurance Program helps Texans recover from flood events June 07, 2022

The Texas Water Development Board coordinates FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program for the state. The program enables participating communities to purchase flood insurance and provides discounts for communities that implement new flood protection activities to help save lives and property when a flood occurs.

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Jefferson County Water District No. 10 rebuilds facility following flooding May 10, 2022

The heaviest rainfall recorded in U.S. history during a tropical weather event was 60.5 inches during Hurricane Harvey in Nederland, Texas. The city, located in Jefferson County, also experienced flooding during Tropical Storm Imelda. Now, the Jefferson County Water District No. 10 has built a new, elevated control facility and lab to keep staff safe and water operations online during flood events.

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Water + Weather for May 2022 June 06, 2022

May was drier and warmer than normal, and drought continues to expand across Texas. In the latest Water + Weather report, Dr. Mark Wentzel takes a look at current drought conditions and previews the drought outlook as we move into the driest and hottest stretch of the year.

Economically Distressed Areas Program helps fund critical water infrastructure projects

Economically Distressed Areas Program helps fund critical water infrastructure projects May 10, 2022

The Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) provides financial assistance for the construction of critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects in communities where services either do not exist or existing systems do not meet minimum state standards. Applications for financial assistance are being accepted by the TWDB through May 13, 2022.

Ask an expert: A newly identified aquifer could provide water supply for Texas

Ask an expert: A newly identified aquifer could provide water supply for Texas April 11, 2022

The Texas Water Development Board's Brackish Resources Aquifer Characterization System Team and Groundwater Technical Assistance Team are involved in assessing a newly-identified aquifer that has the potential to supply water in South Texas.

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