• EAA Board Appoints New Directors

    The EAA Board of Directors, at its meeting Tuesday, May 8, appointed two new members to positions on the board to fill unexpired terms. Chairman Luana Buckner (middle) administered the oath of office to new district 8 director Craig Massouh (left) and new district 14 director Dr. Juan Sanchez (right).

  • Uvalde Pool in Stage 3, SA Pool in Stage 2

    The EAA declared Stage 3 mandatory pumping reductions for Edwards Aquifer users in the Uvalde Pool on May 10, 2012, and Stage 2 in the San Antonio Pool on May 3, 2012. Critical period reductions remain in effect despite recent rains based on water levels measured at the region's two primary index wells.

  • Final Public Hearing on Redistricting Plan

    The EAA will hold one final public hearing on its proposed 2012 redistricting plan Wednesday, May 16, at 6:00 p.m. at the EAA Conference Center located at 1615 North St. Mary's Street in San Antonio.

  • Download Our Aquifer Readings Widget Now!

    Display official Edwards Aquifer daily water readings on your site or blog.

  • Budget, Fees Support HCP

    The 2012 EAA budget is supported by a program aquifer management fee in addition to its regular aquifer management fee in order to fund the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan.

  • HCP an Effort to Protect EAA Region

    The Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan ( HCP) seeks to resolve the longstanding conflict between the federal mandate to protect threatened and endangered species associated with the Edwards Aquifer and the region's dependence on the same aquifer as a primary water resource.



EAA Declares Stage 3 for Uvalde Pool; SA Pool in Stage 2

EAA has declared Stage 3 for the Uvalde Pool and the San Antonio Pool remains under Stage 2. Check your with your local water utilities to see how local water restrictions may affect you.
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Monthly Use Reports

During Critical Period, all municipal, industrial, and irrigation users are required to submit withdrawal reports on a monthly basis.
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Display Water Readings on Your Site

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Conservation Tips

We can all be an important part of water conservation. Read more about steps that you can take to conserve water.
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Order Educational Materials Now!

A wide range of programs and resources are available free of charge for educators and students to explore and understand the Edwards Aquifer system and related issues.
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Schedule a Presentation

Schedule a presentation with a member of the Edwards Aquifer team, or invite Doc Edwards to come to your organization or school to talk about the importance of the Aquifer.
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Doc Edwards(TM) Amazing Aquifer Adventure

Dive on in to the award winning Doc Edwards (TM) Amazing Aquifer Adventure program, which raises awareness of the Edwards Aquifer through fun and interactive programs.
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Comal Springs and River Program

A community outreach program of the Edwards Aquifer Authority combines art and empirical observation to help students learn about their natural environment. These colorful, bilingual workbooks bring the aquifer to life through the study of springs and rivers.
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Groundwater Monthly Use Reports

During Critical Period, all municipal, industrial, and irrigation users are required to submit withdrawal reports on a monthly basis.
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Permit Holder Tools

Calculate and forecast your groundwater use, view a detailed list of current EAA issued permits, and see our Seller/Lessors list.
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Well Construction Permit

Anyone who intends to drill a well into or through the Edwards Aquifer must apply for a permit with the Authority.
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Well Plugging Permits

A plugging permit must be obtained before plugging procedures begin.
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Public Hearings

The EAA may periodically hold public hearings pertaining to proposed changes to rules and budget matters. The most recently held hearings related to the implementation of a Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).
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Board Meetings Held 2nd Tuesdays

The EAA board meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 3:00 PM. Click here for minutes and agendas.
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Committees of the Board

Members of the EAA board serve on various committees that meet on a regular basis.
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HCP Implementing Committee

The Implementing Committee of the Edwards Aquifer Habitat Conservation Plan meets to discuss and consider matters regarding implemntation fo the various components of the HCP.
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Thu May 10 2012 01:36 PM
EAA Declares Stage 3 for Uvalde Pool...
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Tue May 8 2012 05:17 PM
EAA Board Appoints Two New Directors...
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Thu May 3 2012 04:29 PM
EAA Declares Stage 2...
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Wed Apr 18 2012 04:02 PM
EAA Declares Stage I for San Antonio Pool...
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Thu Mar 29 2012 03:16 PM
EAA Seeks Applicants for District 8 and 14 Vacancies...
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Fri Mar 16 2012 03:39 PM
9th Annual Water: A Living Lesson Conference ...
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Tue Mar 13 2012 05:12 PM
EAA Seeks Applicants for Potential Board Vacancies...
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Fri Mar 9 2012 10:31 AM
National Groundwater Awareness Week...
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Fri Feb 24 2012 04:04 PM
Statement: Texas Supreme Court Opinion in EAA v. Day ...
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Tue Feb 14 2012 06:26 PM
EAA Board Approves Aquifer Management Fee for HCP...
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Mon Feb 13 2012 03:57 PM
EAA Lifts Stage I for SA Pool...
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Wed Jan 25 2012 05:10 PM
Rain Helpful, But Not Enough to End Drought...
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Wed Dec 28 2011 11:50 AM
EAA Board Approves Funding Agreement for Habitat Cons...
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Fri Dec 23 2011 12:03 PM
EAA Declares San Antonio Pool Out of Stage II, Back i...
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Wed Dec 14 2011 05:13 PM
EAA Board Approves HCP, Postpones Decision on Funding...
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Tue Nov 8 2011 05:55 PM
EAA BOARD ADOPTS $13.8 MILLION OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2...
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Tue Oct 4 2011 04:37 PM
EAA Board Meetings Temporarily Moved Off Site...
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Tue Oct 4 2011 01:13 PM
EAA to Hold Public Hearings on Budget, Fee Rate...
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Tue Sep 13 2011 05:39 PM
EAA Keeps Aquifer Management Fee Rebate Program, For ...
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Tue Aug 9 2011 06:03 PM
EAA Grant Program to Aid Conservation Efforts...
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Tue Aug 9 2011 01:48 PM
EAA Aug. 11 Public Meeting Moved...
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Mon Aug 1 2011 02:01 PM
EAA Public Meetings on Potential Fee Increase...
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Mon Jun 27 2011 03:06 PM
Drought Prompts EAA Stage II in Uvalde...
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Wed Jun 22 2011 02:00 PM
Rains Delay Need for Stage III...
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Tue Jun 14 2011 05:33 PM
EAA Says Stage III Imminent...
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Thu Jun 2 2011 10:45 AM
EAA Declares Stage II Critical Period...
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Thu May 12 2011 04:23 PM
Rain Brings Relief But Not End to Drought...
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Tue May 10 2011 05:36 PM
New EAA Rules Simplify Well Capping Process...
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Mon Apr 18 2011 02:03 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY DECLARES STAGE I ...
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Tue Apr 12 2011 05:33 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY UPDATES AGENDA FOR 82ND SE...
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Tue Apr 12 2011 12:04 PM
STAGE I WATER RESTRICTIONS IMMINENT FOR REGION...
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Thu Mar 17 2011 09:33 AM
Authority Urges Voluntary Water Conservation...
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Mon Mar 14 2011 10:48 AM
Celebrate the Springs Month Runs March 19-April 16...
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Wed Mar 9 2011 08:54 AM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY TO CONDUCT TRACER TESTING I...
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Tue Mar 8 2011 06:48 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY FOCUSES ON WATER QUALITY PR...
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Thu Jan 20 2011 04:51 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY SETS PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PRO...
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Tue Dec 14 2010 05:44 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY 2011 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA SEE...
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Thu Dec 9 2010 08:52 AM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY DIRECTORS OFFICIALLY TAKE ...
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Wed Nov 10 2010 06:43 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY ADOPTS 2011 BUDGET, KEEPS A...
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Thu Nov 4 2010 02:27 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES ELECTION RESULTS...
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Tue Oct 12 2010 05:41 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY MOVES TO FURTHER PROTECT W...
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Thu Sep 30 2010 04:24 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETINGS ON ...
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Tue Sep 14 2010 05:47 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY DECLARES FOUR UNOPPOSED DIR...
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Tue Sep 7 2010 03:24 PM
13 File for Edwards Aquifer Authority Board...
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Sun Aug 15 2010 10:46 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY URGES VOLUNTARY WATER CONSE...
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Tue Aug 10 2010 05:26 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY AWARDS GRANTS TO HELP FUND ...
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Tue Jul 13 2010 05:17 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY CALLS FOR ELECTION OF EIGHT...
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Wed Jun 9 2010 08:48 AM
NEW EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY RULES HELP PROTECT AQU...
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Wed Apr 14 2010 01:57 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY BOARD HEARS OF DROUGHT IMPA...
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Wed Mar 10 2010 03:08 PM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY BOARD HIRES KARL J. DREHER ...
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Wed Feb 10 2010 09:52 AM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY SELECTS KARL J. DREHER AS N...
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Tue Jan 12 2010 07:59 AM
EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY BOARD NAMES FINALISTS FOR ...
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Wed May 16 2012 06:00 PM
Public Hearing on EAA Redistricting Plan
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Mon Jun 4 2012 08:00 AM
Field Science for Educators 1
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Mon Jun 4 2012 08:00 AM
Field Science for Educators 1
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Tue Jun 12 2012 02:00 PM
Board Technical Briefing
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Tue Jun 12 2012 03:00 PM
Board Meeting
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Wed Jul 11 2012 07:30 AM
9th Annual Summer Water Conference for Educators
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Wed Jul 11 2012 07:30 AM
9th Annual Summer Water Conference for Educators
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Sat Oct 13 2012 09:00 AM
Fall Festival Medina River
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Sat Oct 13 2012 09:00 AM
Fall Festival Medina River
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Thu Nov 8 2012 08:00 AM
Government Canyon State Natural Area
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Thu Nov 8 2012 08:00 AM
Government Canyon State Natural Area
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Aquifer Conditions
Index
Daily Readings
Ten Day Average
Bexar (J-17)
661.0
655.3
Uvalde (J-27)
N/A
N/A
Comal Springs
239
229
San Marcos Springs
208
195

Provisional Daily water readings as of
9:00 AM Wednesday May 16, 2012

Understanding the readings
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San Antonio STAGE 2 30%

Uvalde STAGE 3 20%

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