2.5

million

Texans served across eight Texas counties

90,000

gallons of rainwater collected at EAA headquarters in 2024

1,940

permit holders help us manage this vital resource

10,000

students have enjoyed free field trips to the EAA EOC

2,000

native plants given free to residents in Oct 2024

Our Purpose Runs Deep

The Edwards Aquifer is more than a water source — it’s a living story that connects our past, present and future. It’s the reason settlers came to this area, and it’s the lifeblood of our growth. Our aquifer is a resource we can study and learn from. It’s an incredible wonder, and it’s why we’re here.

Tap into the latest
research here at the EAA

The Edwards Aquifer Authority’s Environmental Data Portal is your gateway to today’s research, insights, and discoveries driving sustainability and innovation for the region.

What can you expect when you visit the EAA Education Outreach Center? 💧✨

In the latest episode of Aquifer In-Sight, Sarah Valdez, EAA Senior STEAM Outreach Educator, shares an inside look at the EOC, where the aquifer comes to life through hands-on, interactive STEAM learning ...experiences designed for students, families, and lifelong learners alike.

From engaging exhibits to immersive programs rooted in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, the EOC was created to connect our community to the story of the Edwards Aquifer in a way that’s both educational and inspiring. What began as a vision to expand outreach has grown into a dynamic space where curiosity is sparked, questions are encouraged, and aquifer science feels accessible to everyone.

Whether you’re a teacher planning a field trip, a homeschool group looking for enrichment, or a family wanting to explore, the EOC welcomes you.

🎥 Watch the full Aquifer In-Sight episode to learn more.
📅 Interested in visiting or scheduling a free field trip? Visit the EOC website to plan your experience.

Come see how water connects us all. 💙

Thank you to Bill Taylor from KENS 5 & Kens5.com for this week’s weather report and for keeping our community informed. As he shared, we are currently in extreme drought conditions, which makes water conservation more important than ever! Visit the EAA EOC to learn simple steps you can start ...today.💧

Introducing, Sara Beesley 🌱

The Edwards Aquifer Authority recently welcomed Sara Beesley into the role of Chief Development Officer. In her role, she will act as the Executive Director of the Edwards Aquifer Conservancy guiding the organization towards their mission to enhance, protect,... and conserve the Edwards Aquifer System by supporting the Edwards Aquifer Authority. Sara was most recently the Director at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center and brings more than a decade of conservation program and nonprofit management to the EAA and EAC.

💧Did you know the Edwards Aquifer Conservancy (EAC) owns the Edwards Aquifer Authority Field Research Park (EAA FRP) Property?

In 2019, the city of San Antonio donated the $5.5 million piece of land located over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone to help protect the aquifer and our ...agency holds the lease for the property. The FRP is a hub for groundwater-related sustainability and aquifer behavior research where our staff are demonstrating and evaluating various land management practices and their potential effects on aquifer sustainability.

But that's not all, the EAC also administers transportation grants for schools to visit the EAA Education Outreach Center, and provides groundwater conservation grant matching funds for installation of improved irrigation efficiency equipment.

Read more about the mission of the Edwards Aquifer Conservancy and more in our latest NewsDrop issue at https://user-qzm76pf.cld.bz/NewsDrop-Jan-Feb-2026

What sparked their love for science? 🔬✨

We’re sharing quotes from some inspiring women of the Edwards Aquifer Authority as they reflect on what first drew them into the world of science. From childhood curiosity to a calling to make a difference, their words are a powerful reminder ...of why representation and opportunity matter.

Head to our full blog to read more about these incredible women and the paths that led them to the Edwards Aquifer Authority. 💙 Read the full blog here: https://eaaeoc.org/the-eoc-celebrates-international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/

Our latest Aquifer In-Sight is here!

Hear from EAA GM Roland Ruiz as he reflects on how the last decade has been transformative for our agency, guided by three core principles: Inclusion. Imagination. Innovation.

These values continue to shape how we protect the aquifer and serve ...our community.

▶️ Watch the full episode now on our YouTube channel to hear the full story at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcwTpXqY56A

Thank you to Bill Taylor at KENS 5 & Kens5.com for this week’s weather update! With low chances of rain this weekend, it’s a good reminder to keep water conservation in mind. 💧

At the EOC, don’t miss the Micro Eye Station, where you can get an up-close look at species like the... Comal Springs Riffle beetle, Peck’s cave amphipod, and San Marcos salamander. 🔬✨

🇺🇸 Our EAA offices are closed tomorrow, Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday. We will return to our normal business hours on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.