EAA Divisions

Provides all organizational support activities with supplies, equipment, facilities and technology available; meets the EAA’s financial, technological, and human resource needs to keep the organization operating efficiently
The Aquifer Management Services Division houses the scientific and sustainability services of the EAA. This is accomplished through the Aquifer Science and Research, Modeling, Environmental Data Management, and Sustainability programs. The division is also responsible for the EAA Field Research Park.
Determines EAA policies and hires the General Manager to manage all EAA operations.
Takes an intentional and strategic approach to communication across all EAA operations to enhance greater cohesion, collaboration, and consistency in public information dissemination; responsible for the administration of the Edwards Aquifer Conservancy (EAC), including planning and execution of activities focused on building awareness and financial support of the EAA and its mission.
Consists of the General Manager, Deputy General Manager, and the Executive Assistant who manage all organizational operations and oversee the activities of the EAA’s outside counsel.
Administers and enforces the EAA’s rules; manages production from the aquifer through a comprehensive permitting, metering, and drought management system; serves as a resource to the regulated community and area stakeholders; and effectively communicates with all levels of government.
The Threatened & Endangered Species Department manages the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan (EAHCP) which defines how we protect federally listed species that live in the Edwards Aquifer and the Comal and San Marcos springs. Our program’s Incidental Take Permit was granted to the Edwards Aquifer Authority, City of San Marcos, City of New Braunfels, Texas State University, and the City of San Antonio acting by and through the San Antonio Water System (collectively known as the EAHCP Permittees) to protect federally listed species from specific activities. The EAHCP implements the following measures to protect the Covered Species and their habitat: