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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.

Texas boat operators are now required to wear engine cutoff switches per a law named after 16-year-old Kali Gorzell, who died in a boating accident. Click the photo to learn more.

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.

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.

With the Fourth of July around the corner, many may be making plans for fireworks. Instead, consider enjoying a professional display. Here’s why and where you can go. For more, click the photo.

A lot of people enjoying the Brazos River, its tributaries and reservoirs are learning more than planned about turbidity as the waterways before them look more like chocolate milk than a source of drinking water. 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.

Brazos River Authority reservoirs provide many opportunities for adventure and relaxation. To learn 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.

“I only did it once,” times 327 million Americans equals a large amount of pharmaceutical pollution from flushing or throwing out. There’s a right way to dispose of medications and it’s happening this weekend. 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.

When you are preparing a Thanksgiving meal, one of the last things on your mind might be what is poured down your sink. But giving this a bit of thought can prevent expensive problems in your home on Black Friday, the busiest day of the year for plumbers.

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.

The flooding conditions in some areas and fluctuating water levels in other places during flood operations were frustrating enough for many Brazos River basin residents, but there’s another threat – debris that can be a hazard to navigation and watercraft, and property.

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.

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.

How prepared are you and those you care about to handle emergency situations based on natural disasters? Here are some ways make sure you’re ready.

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.

When extreme temperatures are involved, it doesn’t take long for the heat to be harmful. Here’s how to protect yourself and those you care about.

Dry conditions make the need to conserve water a hot topic – but there are numerous benefits to conservation (including saving you money), and it’s something everyone can easily do.

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.

July 4th is nearly here and firework sales about to skyrocket! Before you celebrate, it’s essential to know if your area is under a burn ban, how they work and how they are enforced in order to keep you and your family safe.

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.

Determining how frequently to water your yard doesn’t have to be difficult. It can help ensure your yard is in prime shape and save you money, all while using water wisely.

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.

Knowing how to extinguish a campfire before leaving the site is a precautionary measure, yet some aren’t fully aware of the possible danger if not done right. June is National Camping Month, a great time to learn how to protect yourself and your family while enjoying the outdoors!

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.

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.

Water may be plentiful on our planet – but it takes planning and effort to ensure it is safe to drink. Making sure we have a reliable and safe source of water is a goal of the Brazos River Authority and the emphasis of Drinking Water Week May 6-12.

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.

It is impossible to prevent severe weather, but you can at least increase your safety -- and decrease some of the impacts -- by staying aware of potential threats and preparing for what Mother Nature might send your way.

With spring here in the Brazos River basin, outdoor recreation is at its peak with many visitors maximizing their weekend. Being aware of weather conditions and having clean water on hand is key for hiking or camping enthusiasts.

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.

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.