Texas Water Development Board

Happy first day of spring from the @TWDB!🌹 🐦 🌸

The @TWDB is considering an ad hoc tech committee to improve collaboration among major water providers & includes creating a new “Region T” coordination layer to help advance water supply projects that serve multiple regions. Survey is due by March 25: bit.ly/4sIGOYo

#TBT: Identifying water leaks is critical for conserving water and reducing utility bills. During #FixALeakWeek, take action to repair leaks as quickly as possible. Read more about fixing leaks & other ways to commit to a water-wise home this spring at bit.ly/TWDB_EveryDrop….

💧Did you know that the @TWDB offers tools and support to help manage our state's water resources? Check out the Drought Dashboard for drought conditions, forecasts, and data to help Texans stay informed and prepared 👉 waterdatafortexas.org/drought.

The @TWDB is holding a public comment period before the approval & adoption of the draft SFY 2025 DWSRF Lead Service Line Replacement Amended IUP: twdb.texas.gov/financial/prog…. Submit comments at bit.ly/4s05SKm or email to DWSRF@twdb.texas.gov by March 23, at 5:00 p.m.

#ICYMI: The @TWDB Water Utilities Technical Assistance Program (WUTAP) provides support to program participants by helping build the capabilities that systems need before applying for financial assistance. Read more on the Texas Water Newsroom at bit.ly/WUTAP_Explainer.

⏰ Reminder: The @TWDB is accepting applications for FY 2026 Agricultural Water Conservation Grants until Wednesday, March 18, at 2:00 p.m. CST. Learn more at bit.ly/TWDB_Requests.

Discover how @TWDB Executive Administrator Bryan McMath is securing Texas' water future in the @CEOMagazineGL profile!

💧It’s #FixALeakWeek! Every year, 10% of homes 🏠 experience a leak, and a leaky toilet 🚽 is a common culprit that can waste hundreds of gallons a day. Learning how to identify and fix toilet leaks can save you water & 💵 money. Learn more at 🔗 apps.saws.org/leak/

The latest map for conditions as of 3/10 shows a small contraction in drought from the prev. week. That’s the first contraction in 6 weeks & only the second weekly contraction since late Nov. 2025. Recent rain may allow for further improvements next week. bit.ly/TexasWaterWeek…

The @TWDB is hosting a webinar to provide instructions for the SB 3 online mapping tool & to demonstrate its features. 📣 SB 3 Mapping Tool Orientation Webinar 🗓 March 18 ⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m. 💻 bit.ly/4sfgfdC 💬 Questions? Email: flood_sirens_program@twdb.texas.gov

#ICYMI: The @cityoftaylor broke ground on the Donna Channel project, aimed at preventing flooding that has repeatedly damaged homes and businesses. The project will protect residents and resolve decades-old flooding issues. youtu.be/QBHtPU-Dp8s?si…

Hundreds of geospatial experts have taken the Texas GIS Forum stage over the last 35+ years. In 2026, it's your turn! Submit a presentation abstract before May 1st. Enter now: geographic.texas.gov/texas-gis-foru…

Our newest poster, Anatomy of a Compost Pile, is here! Use this resource to learn about the best items to put in your compost pile and turn scraps into garden gold. 🌱🍂 Download or order free copies 👉 takecareoftexas.org/resources/anat…

The @TWDB is considering an ad hoc tech committee to improve collaboration among major water providers & includes creating a new “Region T” coordination layer to help advance water supply projects that serve multiple regions. Survey is due by March 25: bit.ly/4sIGOYo

It’s National Groundwater Awareness Week! #DYK that in Texas, 9 major aquifers and 22 minor aquifers supply approximately 55% of all the water 💧 used in the state? Learn more about groundwater in Texas at bit.ly/TexasAquifers.

Don't miss the latest scoop on Texas water conditions! The February report is out and includes great information on selected reservoirs, streamflow sites, and groundwater wells. Check it out at bit.ly/TexasWaterCond….

Mark your calendars for Fix a Leak Week, March 16-22! With household leaks wasting nearly 1 trillion gallons of water yearly, it's essential to track down drips. Need help finding & fixing them? Check out the @EPA WaterSense site for useful resources: epa.gov/watersense/fix…

Discover new career prospects at the @TWDB! We currently have a range of job openings, such as the role of assistant general counsel, information technology contract specialist, and many others. Explore these exciting opportunities at bit.ly/TWDB_Careers.

#ICYMI: Base Level Engineering is a practical foundation for understanding flood risk in Texas. BLE helps decision-makers understand where stormwater is most likely to flow & where depth & elevation information exists or is needed. 📖 Learn more at bit.ly/BLE_Explainer.