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Unfortunately, yes, that rotten egg smell lingering in the area near the lake is natural. Here’s what it means and why it’s not just your imagination.

The fall season is officially in full swing, meaning it’s the perfect time to go work on your lawn and garden before winter arrives. Instead of throwing your leaves in the trash or into the river or lake, reuse them to improve your outdoor landscape. Click the photo for more.

Maps can teach valuable skills to youth and keep a fun outing from becoming a disaster. While packing one is important, knowing how to read it comes first. Click the photo to learn more.

With cooler weather approaching quickly, the new season of autumn is the perfect time to revamp your lawn and garden. Tune-up your outdoor oasis and help your fall garden flourish with a few tricks and tips. Click the photo for more.

Recent rains have filled our reservoirs, leading to gate openings to pass water down the Brazos River. With those openings comes a certain distinct odor. Click the photo to read more.

As another SepticSmart Week rolls around, here are ways homeowners and communities can care for and maintain their septic systems and why it’s important. Click the photo to learn more.

Whether you are planning an end-of-summer outing or swimming at your own pool, enjoy safe Labor Day festivities. Here’s how. Click the photo for more.

From the Brazos Water snake to the Georgetown salamander, the Brazos River basin is home to a variety of animals. National Wildlife Day on Sept. 4 presents an opportunity to appreciate and learn about the wildlife that surrounds us. Click the photo for more.

A virtual meeting of the Brazos River Authority Board of Director’s Property Management Committee was held August 25 to hear proposals for a comprehensive management plan for all BRA-owned properties. Click the photo to learn more.

As youth begin their return to school, whether that be in-person or online, there are a vast array of water-related careers that could pique their interest by introducing them to these fun projects. Click the photo to learn more.

The Brazos River Authority’s Reservoir System Maintenance Unit, are in the midst of a capital improvement project, part of a larger effort to extend the useful life of the dam at Possum Kingdom Lake. Click the photo to learn more.

With a recent increase in drowning incidents reported by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, water safety is more important than ever. Simply putting on a life jacket can save your life. Click the photo for more.

Persistent dry conditions and high temperatures have increased the chances for wildfires in Texas. Fortunately, there are precautionary actions that you can take to help prevent wildfires and protect your property. Click the photo for more.

The forecasts for the Atlantic hurricane season has been increased to “extremely active” as additional named storms are predicted. Click the photo to learn more.

Clean, Drain, Dry isn’t just for boats. Help protect our Texas lakes with these tips. Click the photo to learn more.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will work again this summer to eradicate invasive saltcedar. Click the photo to learn more.

If you receive seeds in the mail that you didn’t order, don’t plant them, and don’t throw them away. Click the photo to learn more.

In its first-ever virtual-only meeting, the Brazos River Authority Board of Directors voted to keep its system water rate the same to help cities struggling economically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Click the photo to learn more.

High temperatures and drought conditions are expected across the Brazos River basin this summer. Before you venture outside, be sure to properly prepare for the heat. Click the photo for more.

Boating while intoxicated can have life-long repercussions and yet many continue to tempt fate. Potentially having your driver’s licenses suspended could be the least of the effects. Click the photo to learn more.

Evaporation plays a larger role than most realize in the amount of water available throughout the Brazos River basin. Learn how much here.

Keeping reservoirs full during the summer may seem like a nod to those seeking the great outdoors. In fact, ensuring water supply is really more for those seeking the comforts, and necessities, of the great indoors. You and your family can play a large role in making sure we continue to have the water we need. Click the photo for more.

In conjunction with the city of Granbury to make the reservoir safer, BRA has installed hazard buoys to identify a stump field near a high traffic area. Click the photo to learn more.

Check out this up-close view of how gates at the Brazos River Authority dams are operated. This video takes an in-depth look at a vital operation. For more, click the photo.

In the few days leading up to Memorial Day weekend, forecasters were predicting up to seven inches of rain in different areas. That didn’t happen. What would have occurred if the BRA released in advance of the storm? Click the photo to learn more.

Whether you are a seasoned angler or looking for a new outdoor activity to try, Free Fishing Day on June 6 presents the perfect opportunity to grab your fishing pole and get outdoors. Click the photo for more.

When enjoying freshwater activities, avoid getting water up your nose. A rare but usually fatal disease is caused by an amoeba that thrives in warm surface water and is contracted when water goes up the nose. There are ways to reduce your risk. Click the photo for more.

Plants, animals, and people congregate around rivers because of their essentialness to life. So, where did the Brazos River begin? Click the photo to learn more.

This video answers one of our most frequently asked questions: Why does the lake level fluctuate? Click the photo for more.

Rainwater harvesting is one of the most efficient ways to conserve water. Even if you live in an area with high levels of rainfall, installing a rainwater harvesting system can help you save money, and will be healthier for your plants. Click the photo for more.

As we continue to navigate the complications of COVID-19, many of us are looking forward to celebrating this upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Now, more than ever, it’s essential to take the necessary precautions to keep your family safe and healthy. Click the photo for more.

Already saturated soils can increase the risks for flooding. Strong weather patterns can bring quick storms, and it’s important to be prepared. Click the photo for more.

It’s that time again – and the best part is that you have time to plan ahead! The Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday is set for May 23-25. Purchase certain water-conserving products to help your wallet and our environment. Learn more here.

You probably have a different view of the Brazos River Authority based on where you live. What exactly does the BRA do? Click the photo to learn more.

As the temperatures continue to rise, more and more people are enjoying the water. It is so essential to understand life jacket regulations, not just because it’s the law, but because it saves lives. Click the photo for more.

Thinking of starting a garden while social distancing at home? Xeriscape landscaping is a great way to conserve water while creating beautiful scenery. Click the photo for more.

The BRA environmental lab has completed evaluation of water samples obtained from Lake Granbury. After reviewing well-collected samples and consulting with Texas Park and Wildlife Department, we’ve determined the cause of the recent fish kill at Lake Granbury is a moderate toxicity golden algae bloom.

As Texas parks reopen and people flock to local lakes, remember not to include small and highly invasive hitchhikers on the trips. Click the photo to learn more.

For those getting on their boat to get some much-needed fresh air out on Texas waters, it’s important to freshen up on boating laws, including those relatively new ones. Click the photo to learn more.

Nature provides a pause from reality during these trying times and the BRA’s reservoirs have the amenities to give you a much-needed break from the indoors. But it is our duty—and yours—to follow safety precautions. Click the photo for more.

The annual Brazos River Authority Customer Water Use and Reservoir Accounting Summary for 2019 is now offered for viewing. Click the photo for more.

Often misunderstood and underappreciated, wetlands play a vital role in keeping surface water clean and providing habitats for a variety of animals. Click the photo to learn more.

Spring is a great time to clean out the garage and dispose of those half-filled paint cans, unwanted pesticides or unused auto fluids. But, many products can cause serious environmental damage or even bodily injury if they are not handled correctly. Click the photo to learn more.

Tilapia are invading Texas. If you come across these invasive species, there are some recommended actions to take to help stop the infiltration. Click the photo to learn more.

It appears that nationwide during this COVID-19 pandemic, people are flushing items never meant for toilets. However, throwing anything but toilet paper down the drain can cause substantial problems for your home and the whole community. Learn more by clicking the photo.

The Brazos River Authority has expanded some of the options surrounding the public’s ability to receive different types of notifications whenever a large amount of water is released from any of its three reservoirs. Click the photo to learn more.

Don’t neglect your boat and dock as you start to spring clean. With a few tips and tricks, your boat and dock will be clean as a whistle and ready to take on the season. Click the photo for more.

The Brazos River Authority is taking proactive steps to ensure that the services we provide to those living in the Brazos River basin continue.  For more, click the photo.

In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released information as it relates to drinking water and wastewater. Click the photo to learn more.

Recent changes in the Brazos River have left visitors wondering what that foamy substance is on the waterway. Is it natural? Click the photo to learn more.

Preserving our future through water is a multi-facet and challenging task. The Brazos River Authority in it's latest meeting detailed how its working to manage the water in the Brazos River basin. Click the photo to learn more.

Enjoy an adventure-filled vacation with your family by taking advantage of all that the Brazos River basin has to offer. Click on the photo to learn more.

The Brazos River Authority and Safe Kids North Texas provided life jackets that allow residents to borrow the safety device when in need and return when finished. Click the photo to learn more.

Lake Granbury named in list of Spring Break getaways. While you’re looking for a day trip or weekend getaways, check out these amenities at other Brazos River Authority reservoirs. Click the photo for more.

Should watering practices change during winter months? Yes. But by how much depends on a lot of factors. Click the photo to learn more.

Burst pipes are the most common property damage during the wintertime. Avoid this expensive mishap by protecting and preventing frozen pipes. Click the photo to learn more.

Winter is a great time to fish across Texas as cooler weather makes many fish more active and bodies of water are stocked with thousands of the easy-to-catch rainbow trout, popular among Texas anglers. Click on the photo to learn more.

The Brazos River Authority Board of Directors approved funding for a project to help extend the life of the nearly 80-year-old dam at Possum Kingdom Lake. Click the photo to learn more.

A new reservoir manager and lake ranger sergeant joined the staff at the BRAs oldest reservoir bringing expertise, knowledge and a new outlook. Click the photo to learn more.

The Governor of Texas declared a State of Disaster for 17 counties as drought conditions have continued to worsen across the state. Burn bans are rampant across the state. Read more here.