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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.

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.

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.

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.

A malfunctioning septic tank can take a chunk out of your budget, but it can also cause problems for your drinking water. Sept. 16–20 is SepticSmart Week, an excellent time to look into the health of your system. 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.

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.

BRA Board of Directors tackled budgets, bond refunding and capital projects including the Lake Limestone gate rehab project the at their quarterly meeting. To learn more, click 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.

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.

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.

Doing the right thing with yard waste, such as falling leaves, helps protect water quality, keeps you in compliance with the law and can also benefit your yard.

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.

Whenever you flush, you probably don’t give a second thought to whether or not your septic system is working correctly. Even those who don’t have septic systems should be aware of why this is a vital issue for public health.

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.

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.

Preventing sewage from contaminating our reservoirs is a major focus of the Texas’ Clean Water Certification Program, which helps ensure that boats do not dump contaminated water.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Seasonal changes are underway, and one of the results is the turnover of water in Brazos basin reservoirs, which can also result in a peculiar odor. For more, click the photo.

For those blessed with trees on their property, mounds of fallen leaves are an inevitable sign of the autumn season. Fortunately, there are ways to address this abundance as well as other types of yard waste that could help save you a little money while protecting our water quality.

Other than Hollywood screenwriters or novelists, few want to imagine the tragedy that would follow the catastrophic failure of a dam. But preventing the worst case scenario is something that Brazos River Authority staff work continually.

When it comes to staying safe around the water, one of the most important things that can protect you or your loved ones is knowing how to swim. The American Red Cross describes drowning as a “global public health problem,” but one that people can greatly reduce.

Before you take your boat out, make sure you have all the necessary equipment to help keep you and others safe and in compliance with state law (and federal, if you plan to go on ocean waters).

Ever get water up your nose when swimming? Be careful -- a rare disease is caused by an amoeba that thrives in warm surface water. If that water is inhaled into your nose, the results can be fatal. But there are ways to greatly reduce the risk.

They’re fast, maneuverable and fun, but personal watercraft are definitely not toys. They can be dangerous and require added skill from those riding them. Here’s why.

The Brazos River Authority’s three reservoirs hold numerous record catches providing you a chance to reel in a record.