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Conservation/Drought Questions:

Conservation/Drought Questions:

Why are we still in a drought if it's raining?
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Although rainfall can provide some drought relief, a single rainstorm typically does not break the drought because water supplies must be replenished in the aquifers and lakes. 

Learn more: USGS website

What are ways I can conserve water outdoors?
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Visit our Outdoor Conservation Tips page!

What are ways I can conserve indoors?
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Visit our Indoor Conservation Tips page!

What are the drought stage triggers?
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Texas Water Company (TWC) serves multiple counties with different water systems and water supplies. These differences result in varying drought stage triggers for each county. Please visit our Drought Management page for specific triggers for your area. Examples of triggers include state well levels, groundwater conservation district declarations, U.S. Drought Monitor, rates of precipitation, etc. 

What is Texas Water Company doing about construction watering?
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All Texas Water Company (TWC) customers must follow the requirements of the Drought Contingency Plan. The TWC provides contractors with treated effluent from our Wastewater Treatment Plant. 

What is Texas Water Company doing to conserve water?
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Texas Water Company (TWC) is committed to conserving water through several key initiatives:

  • Rainwater & Condensate Collection: We have installed rainwater harvesting cisterns at our facilities and are evaluating condensate collection from HVAC systems. This reclaimed water may be used for operating toilets and other non-potable purposes.
  • Water Recycling & Reuse: A 600-gallon water reclaim system allows us to reuse water from washing trucks and equipment, saving approximately 90,000 gallons per year.
  • Drought-Tolerant Landscaping: We are transitioning to native, drought-resistant plants at all TWC campuses, eliminating the need for irrigation systems.
  • Efficiency Upgrades: High-efficiency toilets, urinals, and faucet aerators are being installed to reduce water usage by up to 20%.
  • On-Demand Water Heaters: These reduce water waste by providing hot water instantly, eliminating the need to run taps while waiting for warm water.

Water conservation is a shared responsibility, and we remain dedicated to reducing water use while providing reliable service to our customers.