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Data from the backyard: Texas State University joins the TexMesonet network October 20, 2026

A new TexMesonet station at Texas State University in Round Rock is giving students hands-on access to real-time weather and soil data, helping connect classroom lessons to conditions in their own backyard. The partnership with the Texas Water Development Board also creates opportunities for research and workforce development while expanding Texas' statewide weather monitoring network.

Smart meters are helping conserve water in Amarillo (and across Texas) October 21, 2026

Smart water meters can collect and communicate detailed water consumption data, which utilities can use to monitor usage, identify potential leaks, and manage meters remotely. With almost $30 million in financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board, the City of Amarillo undertook a major upgrade of its water-metering system by replacing more than 70,000 meters with advanced metering infrastructure.

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Comal County is working to protect the land that protects their water September 15, 2026

Comal County recieved financing from the Texas Water Development Board through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to acquire and protect key recharge lands that help replenish local aquifers, safeguard water quality, and preserve the springs and rivers that sustain the region.

Texas flood planning gets a helpful new tool for working with nature September 16, 2026

The TWDB has released Nature-Based Solutions for Flood Resilience in Texas, a statewide manual developed to provide communities with guidance on these flood mitigation solutions and how they can perform across Texas' varied geographic regions.

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Water + Weather for September 2026 October 20, 2026

In the latest Water + Weather report, Dr. Mark Wentzel notes that September was Texas’ hottest September on record and significantly drier than normal, fueling an expansion of drought across much of the state. Looking ahead, forecasts point to improving drought conditions, with developing El Niño conditions expected to bring cooler, wetter weather to Texas.

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.

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