EAA Board Meeting today at 1 p.m. ➡️Tune in here or at https://edwardsaquifer-org.zoom.us/j/97723163101

Why are conservation easements so important to aquifer protection?

In this video Casey, EAA Aquifer Sustainability Supervisor, breaks down how a conservation easement works, how it helps protect the Edwards Aquifer, and why landowners choose this path for their property.

A ...conservation easement allows landowners to preserve the natural landscape of the property while still maintaining ownership. This in turn, helps protect critical lands within the 3 zones of the Edwards Aquifer System, and ultimately positively impacts the quality and quantity of water that enters and is withdrawn from the aquifer for generations to come.

It’s about stewardship, legacy, and protecting the resources we all depend on.

Follow along to watch and to learn more about how conservation easements support both landowners and long-term aquifer protection. 💧

Wells play an important role in withdrawing water from the aquifer, but they can also pose a threat to groundwater if they are not properly maintained since they span hundreds of feet below ground surface.

🤝That’s where our Groundwater Regulations Team comes in, because for the past ...8 years they have been working with well owners and their contractors to address abandoned wells. This initiative has resulted in 449 abandoned well issues being resolved. This team also documents and inspects registered wells, monitors the jurisdiction for unregistered wells, and searches for abandoned wells.

💧This National Groundwater Awareness Week, we encourage you to learn more about well ownership by reading our guide to responsible well ownership here:
https://www.edwardsaquifer.org/groundwater-users/wells/

Spring forward tomorrow as daylight savings time begins! Here are some things to consider later this month as we enter the spring season.💧

As part of the Edward’s Aquifer Authority’s Next Generation Initiative, we continue to explore and promote innovative tools designed to make life easier for our permit holders.

One major advancement is the deployment of Automated Meter Reading (AMR) technology, which streamlines the ...entire meter reading process.

Traditionally, permit holders submit their meter readings to the EAA once per year – and during Critical Periods, most permit holders are required to report monthly. These reports are essential to effective aquifer management and monitoring.

With AMR, manual readings are a thing of the past. The equipment reduces the need for multiple monthly visits by the user but also provides near real-time and conservation. Additionally, the data supports our science teams in modeling and managing the Edwards Aquifer more efficiently.

The AMR station is a self contained unit featuring a transceiver (transmitter and receiver), batteries, and a solar panel, all housed in a secure cabinet mounted on a pole next to the meter. Installation and maintenance of the AMR equipment come at no cost to permit holders. Because readings are automated, accuracy is guaranteed. Our team only performs occasional inspections to ensure everything operates as expected.

If you are an EAA permit holder, learn more about this technology at https://www.edwardsaquifer.org/groundwater-users/groundwater-use-reporting/automated-meter-reading/

Meet Jewell Cozort, one of the passionate scientists keeping our region’s water resources safe and thriving! 💧

From monitoring conversation easements to analyzing data and working directly in the field, Jewell’s day-to-day is all about protecting the environment and ensuring a ...sustainable future for our communities. Her favorite part? Seeing the real-world impact of her work and inspiring others to care about our natural resources. 🌿

At the EAA, every day is a chance to learn, explore, and make a difference — and Jewell’s dedication is a perfect example of why our mission matters. Stay tuned and follow along for more videos featuring Jewell and the rest of our team here at the EAA!

ICYMI: Welcome back to another season of the Recharge Zone Podcast! Hosts Brent, Logan, and Ann-Margaret gather together to discuss aquifer facts, myths, and everything in between.

Listen at the link below or everywhere podcasts are available to follow along as they shed light on the ...fascinating characteristics of the Edwards Aquifer! https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PEvP48PI3DuyOysiWR5lp?si=vG4UBbs1Sa6u6xEK0nU7ng