Timing is everything. Turning your auto sprinkler system on too soon could mean a frozen lawn -- and burst pipes. But, there are ways to know when to turn your sprinkler system back on just in time for spring.

Long-time BRA employee, David Collinsworth, has been appointed to the position of general manager/chief executive officer. He will replace Phil Ford, who is retiring at the end of March following 17 years of service.

Work is expected to improve fishing opportunities at Lake Aquilla, Lake Georgetown and Lake Granger -- additional improvements are planned.

With dry conditions overtaking the Brazos River basin and throughout most of Texas, there is one option that can help offer some relief – rainwater harvesting. Even during times of drought, there is occasional rainfall, and saving this valuable resource for use later can help ensure a healthy lawn and garden.

Continuing dry conditions within the Brazos River basin have prompted BRA hydrologists to reinstate production of reservoir level projections to keep the public and water customers up-to-date on the potential for declining lake levels.