Here are some links to more information about drought conditions by region, as well as weather info, etc. Find out more about water conditions and availability in your region. To download a report in PDF format, click here . The Lower Colorado River Authority's Lake and River Data provides information on lake level data, rainfall data, and streamflow data, including a full watershed image. The Lower Colorado River Authority's Daily River Report provides information on weather forecasts for the LCRA service area, stream inflow data, combined storage capacity of Highland Lakes reservoirs and other useful information.
Droughts affect everyone.
Depending on the severity of the drought, utilities may have to implement mandatory water use restrictions. Typically, lawn watering and other outdoor water uses are among the first restrictions employed. The statewide drought of 1996 brought water issues to the forefront in Texas. In 1997, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 1 which required that all public utilities prepare a drought contingency plan. In addition, a Drought Preparedness Council concerned with the effects of drought and fire on the citizens of Texas has been formed.