Press Release: One Water Implementation: A Case Study of Blue Hole Primary School, Wimberley ISD, Hays County, Texas report available

For Immediate Release WIMBERLEY, TEXAS- July 10, 2023 – Using innovative One Water concepts to minimize water use and optimize onsite reuse, Wimberley Independent School District’s newest campus—Blue Hole Primary—was designed and constructed with strong support from the Watershed Association, Texas State’s Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, and the community.  One Water is … Continue reading Press Release: One Water Implementation: A Case Study of Blue Hole Primary School, Wimberley ISD, Hays County, Texas report available

Groundwater Workshop Recap

Western Hays County is a groundwater-dependent area.  All residents and businesses rely on groundwater or rainwater as their drinking water supply.  The springs that provide baseflow to Cypress Creek and the Blanco River come from the same water supply aquifer–the Middle Trinity.  With drought and increases in population, it is important to raise awareness about … Continue reading Groundwater Workshop Recap

Legislation Filed: Texas Land and Water Conservation Fund

The Watershed Association proudly supports the recently filed legislation (HB 3165, HJR 138, SB 2485) to create a much-needed statewide Land and Water Conservation Fund.  Staff joined dozens of partner organizations through Texas Land Trust Council’s Advocacy Day at the State Capital on March 1.  The partners were able to meet with Senators and Representatives … Continue reading Legislation Filed: Texas Land and Water Conservation Fund

2022 In Review: Rainfall, Spring Flow, Streamflow, and Groundwater Levels (Jan 2023 Hydro Report)

Rainfall 2022 was a dry year.  According to the Watershed Association weather station, the Jacob’s Well area received a total of 16.2 inches of rain for the year.  Historic monthly rainfall records for Blanco, Texas show an annual average of 34.87 inches, which would mean our area is experiencing a 16.3 inch rainfall deficit for … Continue reading 2022 In Review: Rainfall, Spring Flow, Streamflow, and Groundwater Levels (Jan 2023 Hydro Report)