Current News

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.

Customers can now make payments for annual lakeside water permits through a free, online site. But be aware, online payment sites not affiliated with the BRA could charge you a fee and cause you to miss the due date. For more, click the photo.

Learn to become a Spotter for the National Weather Service by reporting weather events where you live. Click the photo to learn more.

Climb to your own personal peak this New Year’s Day, so the rest of the year is all downhill. First Day Hikes are a growingly popular way to kick off new beginnings. Click the photo to learn more.

There are a lot of things to do to celebrate and ring in the New Year. Don’t let fireworks ruin those plans. Click the photo to learn more.

For those who live on a river or reservoir, decorating a dock can be a fun holiday tradition. Be sure to take these safety precautions around the water. Click the photo for more.

Water safety is probably not going to be your first concern throughout the holiday season. But, for families with young children, water safety must be a concern even during the colder months, especially if your visits will occur near water of any type. For more, click the photo.

Newly built wood duck nesting boxes are appearing at a Brazos River Authority reservoir as part of one man’s journey to achieving his Eagle Scout Merit Badge. Enjoy, but from a distance. Click the photo to learn more.

Winterizing your boat can sometimes be overlooked in Texas due to mild winters. Cold snaps can cost you money and time. Click the photo to learn more.

Water conservation efforts at home don’t have to break the bank, and shouldn't come to a halt during the winter. Innovation may be the answer to securing our future. To learn more, click the photo.

As the holiday season quickly approaches, avoid a costly sewage disaster by keeping fats, oil and grease out of your pipes. Click the photo to learn more.

Don’t be the last to know. This word originated roughly a decade ago and due to people’s continued bad habits of flushing the wrong things, the word has now found itself in the dictionary. Click the photo to learn what that word is.

Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed eight members to the Brazos River Authority Board of Directors. Click the photo to learn more.

At its quarterly meeting, the Brazos River Authority Board of Directors elected members into leadership roles, approved two dam inspection projects, discussed dissolved oxygen and more. Click the photo to learn more.

The Brazos River Authority works to protect, develop and manage the water resources of the Brazos River basin. Get to know some of the BRAs customers and learn what they do with their contracted water. Click the photo to learn more.

The Hood County Citizens Litter Initiative scheduled its first cleanup, encouraging others to help keep the community clean. Every small effort goes a long way toward improving this place we call home. Click the photo for more.

If you were to ever become stranded while out on the water, would you know what to do? How would you let law enforcement know where you were located? Click the photo to learn more about how you can prepare for an emergency on the water.

You're facing an emergency and want to be sure you’re prepared. How much water should you store? There are some standard practices and tips to consider. Click the photo to learn more.

Extraordinary migration occurs in Texas as monarch butterflies travel South. There’s a way to help the small, majestic beauties from your own yard in the Brazos River basin. With the help of native plants, efforts don’t drain our water resources either. Click the photo to learn more.

Water safety isn’t just for humans…be sure to check out getting a life jacket for your pet if you’re heading to the water. Click the photo to learn more.

If you’re visiting the Brazos River basin this year, make sure you aren’t spreading an invasive plant hitchhiker. Click the photo to learn more.

The level of oxygen in a body of water has multiple effects on the aquatic life that call the area home. The heat of summer can make a normally cozy fish home less than welcoming. To read more, click the photo.

Are you ready if disaster strikes? September is National Preparedness Month. Learn how you can prepare for the worst by clicking the photo.

The Inland Divers Association will again venture to Possum Kingdom Lake as volunteer divers removing trash and lost items littering the reservoir’s floor. The nonprofit, helped by area sponsors, has recovered thousands of pounds of trash over the years. Click the photo to learn more.

Concerns over blue-green algae are spreading throughout the country. To learn about how it affects the Brazos River basin, click the photo.

Do you have questions for the Brazos River Authority? Our staff is happy to speak to your community group! Learn more about the Speakers Bureau by clicking on the photo.

A non-native Texas plant, dubbed a “game-changer,” has spread across millions of acres, including the upper Brazos basin, hurting wildlife and aquatic species. A joint effort is working toward addressing Saltcedar near Possum Kingdom Lake. Click the photo to learn more.

They may seem small, but do you know how big of an impact the freshwater mussel population has on our creeks, rivers and reservoirs? Click the photo for more.

Heat and booze don’t mix. Under the hot Texas sun, your body struggles with dehydration. Drinking alcohol can add to the damage. Play it safe on Texas waterways. Click the photo to learn more.

Dumping your aquatic pets into lakes and reservoirs can do more harm than good. Click the photo to learn more.

Naegleria fowleri - commonly referred to as the “brain-eating amoeba” – thrives in hotter weather and stagnant bodies of water. Take precautions this summer while enjoying the Brazos River to avoid primary amebic meningoencephalitis. To learn more, click the photo.

Sunny days are driving boaters out to the reservoirs to enjoy the area, but some wakeboarders aren’t following the law, causing property damage that they may be responsible for repairing. To learn more, click the photo.

Americans continue to use sinks and toilets to flush food, which results in costly damages. It’s not just grease that needs to be kept out of the sink. To read more, click the photo.

GM/CEO recognizes local hero, more water to be available to those on waiting list, added revenue to help provide funding for future supply projects, all at recent Board meeting. To learn more, click the photo.

Protecting our water resources throughout the Brazos River basin takes many forms, including steps you take at home. To read more, click the photo.

Texas weather conditions change quickly and as storms and tornados threaten portions of the Lone Star State, safe practices while fishing or enjoying a reservoir are vital. To read more, click the photo.

The Brazos River Authority's Annual Customer Water Use and Reservoir Accounting Summary for 2018 explains the amount of water supply used from the System each year versus the amount of water lost to evaporation. For more on the 2018 report, click the photo.

GM/CEO David Collinsworth hosted his first State of the Basin meeting sharing insights on struggles with planning a new reservoir, ensuring adequate water supply to the lower basin, how the BRA is taking a new approach to risk, and how a mussel may be safe after all. For more, click the photo

If you’re one of the many that relish the relaxation found in pier fishing, get ready to drop a line at Lake Granbury. The reservoir has three new piers with state-of-the-art amenities that will make even the fussiest anglers sigh. For more, click the photo.

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Director Cynthia Flores as presiding officer of the Brazos River Authority Board of Directors. Governor Abbott reappointed Jarrod Smith and named six new appointees to the Board. For more, click the photo.

The BRA recently completed its annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the Fiscal Year ended August 31, 2018. For more, click the photo.

In 1929, the 41st Texas Legislature voted to create the first agency in the nation tasked with developing and managing the water resources for an entire watershed. This year, the Brazos River Authority celebrates 90 years of serving the people of Texas. For more, click the photo.

Although winter deep freezes aren’t common in Texas, when they do happen they can result in burst water pipes and hefty repair bills. Fortunately, there are things you can do to avoid such disasters. For more, click the photo.

Cold spells usually don’t last long in Texas, but they can cause plenty of damage to your boat. Fortunately, there are options to protect your boat during the winter.

Discolored water in the Brazos River basin after heavy rains is common. This condition, known as turbidity, is a temporary occurrence, but it can have an effect on water quality.

They’re often labeled as bulky, uncomfortable and unnecessary. But lifejackets really can SAVE YOUR LIFE. And, newer styles provide options to the standard orange pillows.

Some may consider vegetation growing along riverbanks to be a nuisance or an eyesore, but it plays an important role in helping to maintain the ecological health of the river while reducing soil erosion.

Homeowners who live in dry areas can help protect their property by using fire-prevention landscaping around their house. Here’s how planting, placement and maintenance can help you avert the spread of fire to your home.

Make sure you do not become an all-you-can-eat buffet for mosquitoes by following these suggestions – and help stop the spread of diseases like the West Nile and Zika viruses in the process.

Microbes in the water – whether at a lake or swimming pool – can make you sick. But there are steps you can take to help make sure everyone stays healthy while keeping cool.

Swimming can seem a perfect remedy for hot days and warm evenings, but there are a few things to keep in mind that will help keep everyone safe and help ensure the experience is fun.

For nearly 25 years, David Collinsworth has worked or managed practically every aspect of business at the Brazos River Authority. On April 1, he became the eighth general manager of the 89-year-old organization.

Whether you’re heading out for a day on the river or watching water rise following a heavy storm, having the information you need is vital. BrazosBasinNOW brings together streamflow, reservoir levels, rainfall, and river forecasts in one, easy to use site. For more, click the photo.

Whether you are a newcomer to boating, an experienced boater who wants to be more confident operating in difficult circumstances, or someone who would just like to save money on insurance, boater education classes can help you meet each goal.

Could a silent leak be costing you money? A simple in-home test that could help you see if your money and water are going down the drain.

Cities, water supply corporations, water districts and industry accounted for more than 90 percent of water use by Brazos River Authority customers in 2017, as water needs, flood control and evaporation each had an impact on the basin’s water supply.

Looking for a low-cost product to help your lawn and garden thrive without the addition of chemicals to your yard? Tri-Gro, produced at the Temple-Belton wastewater treatment plant, fits the bill.

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.