In 2011 central Texas experienced one of the driest years in recorded history. This episode marks a moment in time that we should all pay attention to. Water conservation will become one of the most important issues in Texas over the coming decades. Texas is experiencing explosive growth so we must be vigilant of one of our most important resources.

 

Follow this link to information about the drought in Texas: Central Texas Drought Information Here you will find detailed information from LCRA about the Highland Lakes reservoir system.

 

Here is a link to a low cost provider of water filtration systems, UV light systems and water storage tanks. Low cost water storage tanks.

 

I have uploaded the complete Texas Rainwater Harvesting Manual, this is a great starting point if you are considering rain water harvest. Rain water harvesting manual This guide was assembled on behalf of the Texas Water Development Board. This manual offers over 80 pages of detailed information and will give you a good, basic understanding of rain water capture techniques. (Give this a moment to download it is a big document!)

 

Onion Creek in Hays county.