The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (the District) was founded in 1987 by the Texas legislature. As a groundwater conservation district, we’re a local entity authorized by the state to work with well owners to protect aquifers and manage the use of groundwater throughout our territory.
The District is in Stage 3 Exceptional Drought, which took effect October 1, 2025. We have been in continuous drought since July 2022. The District’s drought status is based on two determinants: Barton Springs flow and Lovelady monitor well groundwater levels. With Texas Hill Country aquifers at severe lows, it’s essential for all community members in the District to meet their groundwater restrictions and continue to conserve this precious resource.
Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5pm
The next meeting is a Regular Board Meeting, which is held on the second Thursday of each month unless otherwise noted. This meeting will take place at the District’s office, located at 1124 Regal Row, Austin, TX 78748. Board Meetings will also be accessible virtually via Microsoft Teams.
District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought The District remains in Stage 3 Exceptional Drought as long-term rainfall deficits continue to affect groundwater conditions across Central Texas. The region is currently about 9 inches
During the October 16, 2026, Board meeting, the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District Board of Directors adopted Resolution No. 101626, approving amendments to the District’s Rules and Bylaws. Click here to review the adopted resolution
District’s Current Drought Status: Stage 3 Exceptional Drought Figure 1. Monthly deviation from average and monthly total rainfall in District’s territory for 2026. Rainfall Recap September was exceptionally dry across Central Texas. Camp Mabry recorded
The Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District (District) has been awarded $298,000 through the Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB) Groundwater Science, Research, and Data Collection Grants Program to develop a local numerical groundwater model that will