Even with 3-4″ of rain in the last week, area Middle Trinity springs have almost returned pre-rain flow conditions. Pleasant Valley and Park Springs on the Blanco River upstream of … Continue reading Rain brings temporary increases in spring flow and groundwater levels — 2021 Oct. Hydro Report
Thousands of visitors flock to the Wimberley Valley each year to swim at Jacob’s Well or Blue Hole, stroll along Cypress Creek, relax at bed and breakfasts, and visit shops, … Continue reading Swim Season ends Sept. 30
With above average rainfall for Central Texas, surface vegetation is thriving, rainwater catchment systems are full, but aquifer conditions aren’t doing as well. Water levels in monitor wells rose after … Continue reading Water levels and spring flow on the decline (again) – 2021 Sept Hydro Report
Aquatic species, like freshwater mussels, are particularly useful as indicators of water quality. They have limited range and rely heavily on the surrounding aquatic community to reproduce. Since they’re largely … Continue reading US FWS Proposed Listing for Six Texas Mussel Species
As part of the Deep in the Karst of Texas education initiative, WVWA and TESPA hosted a lunchtime webinar on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Presenters discussed the International Year of … Continue reading Diving Deep into Karst webinar