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Pilot project is desalinating seawater in South Texas April 15, 2026

Laguna Madre Water District’s pilot project in Port Isabel is demonstrating that seawater desalination is a sustainable water supply for the region amid prolonged drought and declining reservoir levels. By using reverse osmosis and existing infrastructure near the Laguna Madre Bay, the project seeks to diversify water sources, minimize environmental impacts, and provide long-term water security.

Despite drought, new water supplies are developing in the Rio Grande Valley April 15, 2026

Prolonged drought has stressed the Rio Grande Valley's primary source of water, but communities across the Valley are developing new sources of water to overcome the challenge.

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Water + Weather for March 2026 April 15, 2026

In the latest Water + Weather report, Dr. Wentzel notes that March was significantly warmer and drier than normal, setting a new record for hottest March. Early April brought some improvement, and the outlook suggests potential drought reduction in parts of Central and Northeast Texas.

TxGIO and DIR StratMap contracts: A strategic asset for Texas communities March 19, 2026

The Texas Geographic Information Office administers and promotes the StratMap contracts, which are designed to streamline the procurement of geospacial data, services, software, and equipment for Texas state, regional, and local government offices.

TWDB dashboards are a gateway to essential statewide water data March 18, 2026

The Texas Water Development Board provides public access to water-related data through interactive dashboards that are easy to use and understand. These powerful tools allow users to explore trends, compare results, and gain insights, supporting informed decision‑making.

Base Level Engineering: A practical foundation for understanding flood risk in Texas February 12, 2026

BLE is a scientifically grounded baseline of flood hazard information that helps decisionmakers understand where stormwater is most likely to flow and where depth and elevation information exists or is needed.

The Water Utilities Technical Assistance Program: An on-ramp to TWDB financial assistance February 12, 2026

The Texas Water Development Board Water Utilities Technical Assistance Program provides support to program participants by helping build the capabilities that systems need before applying for financial assistance.

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City of Taylor breaks ground on flood mitigation project February 11, 2026

In January, the City of Taylor broke ground on the long‑awaited Donna Channel project, aimed at preventing severe flooding that has repeatedly damaged homes and businesses. Supported by state partners, including the Texas Water Development Board and the General Land Office, the project will protect residents and resolve decades‑old flooding issues.

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