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TWDB hydrographic surveys provide data needed to understand our water supply August 26, 2026

The Hydrographic Survey Program represents a long-running source of physical data describing some of Texas' most important water supply reservoirs.

Conservation is cool, y’all: Here’s how to start saving water at home August 24, 2026

Texas is baking under a stubborn heat dome, and with drought creeping back across the state, every drop counts. Water-wise habits—like turning off the tap and watering at dawn—can help your landscape and your wallet. Water conservation isn’t just responsible…it’s downright cool.

TWDB grants advance groundwater science and management July 15, 2026

The Texas Water Development Board awarded over $7 million in grants to groundwater conservation districts across Texas to enhance groundwater management in the state.

Ask an expert: Common questions about reservoir data July 15, 2026

In the second installment of this two‑part Ask an Expert series, hydrologist Dr. Mark Wentzel addresses some common questions about the reservoir data featured on the Water Data for Texas dashboard. The dashboard brings together real‑time information on reservoirs, aquifers, rainfall, and evaporation, giving Texans an accessible way to track water supplies and understand evolving water supply conditions.

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Water + Weather for July 2026 August 24, 2026

July brought warmer-than-normal temperatures and a reduction in statewide drought, though drought began to expand late in the month. In the latest Water and Weather report, Dr. Wentzel looks back at July precipitation and previews what might be ahead for the remainder of the summer.

Ask an expert: Reservoir data on Water Data for Texas June 23, 2026

In this Ask an Expert article, hydrologist Dr. Mark Wentzel explains the types of reservoir data available on Water Data for Texas and how they are collected and shared. The dashboard tracks 122 reservoirs across the state, offering detailed storage levels and historical trends for water supply and flood control.

Better data, better water planning: Deploying a Collison floating evaporation pan on Lake Buchanan June 23, 2026

The TWDB, in partnership with the Lower Colorado River Authority, is deploying new reservoir evaporation monitoring technology on Lake Buchanan to improve water supply management.

The Flood Infrastructure Fund: Helping communities advance critical flood risk reduction projects May 20, 2026

The Flood Infrastructure Fund is a financial assistance program administered by the TWDB that was created to fund drainage, flood mitigation, and flood control projects across planning, design, and construction phases for communities across Texas.

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