Aquifer Conditions
2.5
millionTexans served across eight Texas counties
90,000
gallons of rainwater collected at EAA headquarters in 2024
1,940
permit holders help us manage this vital resource
10,000
students have enjoyed free field trips to the EAA EOC
2,000
native plants given free to residents in Oct 2024
The Edwards Aquifer is more than a water source — it’s a living story that connects our past, present and future. It’s the reason settlers came to this area, and it’s the lifeblood of our growth. Our aquifer is a resource we can study and learn from. It’s an incredible wonder, and it’s why we’re here.
Dive into deeper discovery through education.
There’s so much to explore at the EAA Education Outreach Center. We’ve got a hub of interactive exhibits and hands-on activities designed to inspire a deeper connection to the water that sustains our region.
Tap into the latest
research here at the EAA
The Edwards Aquifer Authority’s Environmental Data Portal is your gateway to today’s research, insights, and discoveries driving sustainability and innovation for the region.
Stay Connected to Us
This afternoon EAA GM Roland Ruiz participated in a panel discussion covering the topic of Data Centers in the Medina River Watershed with Medina River Watershed Protection.
This panel discussion was a public meeting featuring the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance (GEAA), Keith Lutz, ...Medina County Judge; Medina County Commissioner Larry Sittre, Yancey Water Supply Corporation, East Medina County Special Utility District, Medina Electric Cooperative, and Director of Public Citizen Texas Adrian Shelley.
➡️To watch the recorded panel discussion head over to the Medina River Watershed Protection page to watch Part 1 & 2.
💧 Did you know?
Some water in the Edwards Aquifer may spend days to years traveling underground before that water discharges through wells and springs.
The aquifer connects the past, present, and future of South-Central Texas.
#30YearsOfRippleEffects #EdwardsAquifer
THEN VS. NOW: Over the years, technology, conservation efforts, and public awareness have evolved, but the EAA's core mission remains the same - manage, enhance, and protect the Edwards Aquifer.
#30YearsOfRippleEffects #EdwardsAquifer
In loving remembrance of Omar Garcia🕊️
On behalf of the Edwards Aquifer Authority, we remember our colleague and friend Omar Garcia. He took pride in his work helping Edwards Aquifer permit holders as the Senior Director of Water Resources, and he showed great leadership throughout his ...nearly 18-year career in the External and Regulatory Affairs Department at our agency. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in everlasting peace.
📸💧 WIN UP TO $500! 💧📸
Do you have a beautiful native garden, rain barrel, drought-smart yard, or a creative water-saving idea? Show us!
The Rooted in Saving Water Photo Contest is your chance to share your conservation efforts and win up to $500! 🏆
How to ...Enter:
📷 Take a photo,
📝 Complete the application,
⬆️ Upload your entry.
Visit the EAA Newsroom: https://www.edwardsaquifer.org/news/
Inspire others, showcase your efforts, and win prizes! Tag a friend who should enter!
#RootedInSavingWater #WaterWise #Win500 #EdwardsAquifer #TexasWater #WaterConservation
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