NEW Aquifer In-Sight episode is live!🎥

EAA GM Roland Ruiz dives into how we are actively managing the Edwards Aquifer through drought, and the conservation measures in place to help aquifer conditions. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the many ways we protect this vital resource every... day, from regulatory management initiatives to innovative, non-regulatory programs. Through this ongoing work, we remain committed to safeguarding this vital resource for future generations.💧

Tune in to the full episode to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFveHHZnKEA

EAA Lifts Stage 4 and Returns to Stage 3 Permit Reductions for the San Antonio Pool

San Antonio, TX – The Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA) has declared the lifting of Stage 4 and a return to Stage 3 Critical Period Management for Edwards groundwater permit holders in the San Antonio Pool ...of the EAA’s jurisdiction (Medina, Bexar, and parts of Atascosa, Caldwell, Guadalupe, Comal, and Hays counties) based on improved aquifer conditions effective Sunday, April 26, 2026. Yesterday, the ten-day average at Comal Springs was 100 cubic feet per second (cfs), and the ten-day average at the J-17 index well is 632.7 feet above mean sea level (ft. amsl), which are each above the Stage 4 threshold for the EAA Critical Period Management Plan (CPM). The San Antonio Pool had been in Stage 4 since August 12, 2025.

As shown below, CPM Stage 3 for the San Antonio Pool reduces the annual authorized withdrawal amounts available to affected Edwards groundwater permit holders by 35 percent of their withdrawal amounts based on the number of days CPM is in effect for the indicated stage reduction. These reductions apply to all Edwards Aquifer groundwater permit holders authorized to pump more than three acre-feet annually. This includes industrial and agricultural users, as well as water utilities authorized to pump water from the Edwards Aquifer for delivery to their respective customers. All affected permit holders must also report their pumping totals to the EAA on a monthly basis.

Residents and businesses within those counties who receive their water from a public water system should follow their respective water providers’ directives regarding water use practices. It should be noted that the EAA does not enforce lawn watering activities or other general water limitations beyond the curtailment of withdrawals from the Edwards Aquifer. Any enforcement of such activities or limitations is enforced by a municipality. The EAA does not regulate the general public but instead regulates Edwards well owners with withdrawal permits authorizing their right to pump from the aquifer.

The EAA is a groundwater conservation district that manages, enhances and protects the Edwards Aquifer, a major groundwater system serving approximately two-and-one-half million South Central Texans. The EAA jurisdiction spans across 8 counties including Uvalde, Medina, Bexar, and parts of Atascosa, Caldwell, Guadalupe, Comal and Hays counties.

Tune in to Texas Public Radio's "The Source" to hear from host David Martin Davies as he chats with EAA General Manager, Roland Ruiz, and Steve Cargil, Edwards Aquifer Authority Board Member, Uvalde farmer, and owner of Cargil Produce as they discuss how the recent rains may have ...elevated aquifer levels but managing through drought is still top of mind.

This interview will be recorded live today, Monday, April 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Edwards Aquifer rises after April rain, but drought remains for South Texas farmers

Because of the ongoing drought water levels in the Edwards Aquifer have been dipping to some of the lowest in history. Yet development growth...

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Do you know the history behind the Battle of Flowers? DYK? The Battle of Flowers parade is the second oldest parade in the nation and the largest run entirely by women volunteers. 🌺

In observance of this holiday all EAA offices are closed Friday, April 24, 2026.

Thank you, Bill Taylor from KENS 5 & Kens5.com, for this week’s weather update! 🌧️ We’ve been seeing some much-needed rain lately, with portions even reaching the contributing zone of the Edwards Aquifer system.

While every drop counts, it’s important to remember that ...we’re still in extreme drought conditions. Let’s continue doing our part by staying mindful of water conservation every day. 💧🌎