Notice: Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments Effective January 1, 2024
Article Source: Woodlands Water Learn more about Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments Effective January 1, 2024
USGS Annual Groundwater Table Data
Article Source: Woodlands Water (recording now available) A summary of the annual study of aquifer water table levels in our region was recently presented by Mr. Jason Ramage of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as part of the Going GREEN Lecture Series by The Woodlands GREEN. The USGS has been monitoring groundwater table levels in […]
Flawed Fabric: The Folly of Weed Barriers
6 reasons to avoid it and some worthy alternatives By John Geiger Landscape fabric. The concept seems great: a barrier that prevents weed growth while still allowing water through to plant roots. Unfortunately, it’s too good to be true. Here are 6 reasons why…. 1. It doesn’t prevent weeds Not for long at least. It […]
Winter Sewer Averaging
Article Source: Woodlands Water The key to controlling your sewer costs all year long. by John Geiger Woodlands Water rates are amongst the lowest in the region. But that still doesn’t mean we enjoy paying the bill. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to lower your monthly bill now AND throughout the following year. It’s called “Winter […]
Water and Sewer Service FAQs
How do I check for a leak? Water meters have a built-in leak indicator. If all faucets are turned off and the indicator blinks or remains on, there is a leak. What should I do if I have a leak? Leaks after the meter are the homeowners’ responsibility. Under certain circumstances, a one-time leak adjustment […]
What is the GRP and How Does it Affect Your Water Bill?
Article Source: Woodlands Water Woodlands Community Magazine Article – October 2023 Did you know it takes thousands of years for rainwater to replenish many of the water wells in The Woodlands? In fact, the water you’re drinking now could’ve been enjoyed by mammoths and giant sloths. The exceedingly slow “recharge rate” makes our groundwater supplies […]
Testing the Waters: A Look at Water Quality in The Woodlands
Article Source: Woodlands Water Quality water is vital to our quality of life – something we should never take for granted. Read on for answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about our water quality. Where does our drinking water come from? Woodlands Water Agency purchases our water from the San Jacinto River […]
San Jacinto River Authority approves 2023-24 wholesale water rates
Article Source: Community IMPACT By Vanessa Holt Groundwater and surface water rates for Groundwater Reduction Plan customers will see no increase in the 2023-24 fiscal year, according to the San Jacinto River Authority. At an Aug. 24 meeting, the SJRA’s board of directors approved the 2023-24 operating budget and rates for GRP customers. The wholesale water rates apply to […]
The Woodlands-area governmental agencies eye long-term effects of drought
Article Source: Community IMPACT By Vanessa Holt For the second summer in a row, drought levels in Montgomery County reached the highest category measured by the Texas Drought Monitor, resulting in several governmental agencies evaluating policy changes relating to water usage. Chief Operating Officer Chris Nunes said The Woodlands Township has seen an increase in watering and […]
Water Stewardship in The Woodlands
By Bob Dailey Single-family water usage in The Woodlands for 2020 was approximately 3.5 billion gallons, a far cry from the 2011 usage of 5.7 billion gallons – a decrease of over two billion gallons. Of course, 2011 was a drought year. But even with that consideration, the reduction is significant. The decrease from 2009 […]