Senate Bill 7, which won unanimous approval, is among legislation that seeks to avert a looming water crisis as the state’s population booms.
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Update on Recent Reservoir Readings
Corpus Christi Water is providing clarification regarding recent water level readings at Lake Corpus Christi following beneficial rainfall last week.
How Texas can Save its Water Supply
State lawmakers are poised to devote billions to save the state’s water supply.
Texas Cities Square off Over Aquifer Pipeline Plans
Georgetown plans to pump 89 million gallons a day from the Carrizo Wilcox Aquifer but the project is being fought by Bryan, College Station and Texas A&M University, which depend on the same water.
Lawmakers Hope to Save Texas’ Water Supply
Most lawmakers — as well as Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick — want to invest big in water. Here are the proposals that would do it.
Potential Water Overflow at Saltwater Dam
CCW is informing residents that the Mary Rhodes Pipeline was temporarily shut off Monday as part of planned system adjustments.
City Seeking Long-Term Solution for Low Water Levels
The City cannot refill the detention pond while under Stage 3 water restrictions.
Lawmakers Push to Spend Billions for Water Projects
Lawmakers will debate whether to invest more into new water supplies or repairing old, leaking pipes around Texas.
Drought Status Stage 3 Continues
The City of Corpus Christi reminds all residents that Stage 3 drought restrictions remain in effect until further notice.
Texas is Running out of Water
By one estimate, the state’s municipal supply will not meet demand by 2030 if there’s a severe drought and no water solutions are implemented.
CCW Testifies Before House Natural Resource Committee
Molly detailed the severity of the drought currently impacting the region, noting that the City is under Stage 3 water restrictions and facing the possibility of advancing to Stage 4 restrictions this summer if conditions do not improve.
Below Average Rainfall Predicted Though April
The City continues to investigate potential groundwater sources to supplement reservoir supplies.
Due to Drought, City of Corpus Christi Updates Reclaimed Water Distribution Service
Corpus Christi Water is providing essential updates to its Reclaimed Water Distribution Service to streamline the process for residents and businesses.
Drought Resilience Program Aims to Support Small Businesses
Eligible businesses may receive up to $50,000 to cover payroll and retain existing employees and contractors.
Corpus Christi to Hold Listening Session on Proposed Updates to the Drought Contingency Plan
The DCP Listening Session will provide residents with an additional form of communication prior to the upcoming DCP vote taking place on February 11.
Updates to Drought Contingency Plan
The Corpus Christi City Council approved proposed updates to the City’s Drought Contingency Plan.