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Frozen pipes

If you're not careful, holiday cleanup could cost you thousands

A burst pipe can cost you thousands and turn your winter into a disaster. Are you prepared for the next hard freeze hitting the Brazos River Basin? Click here to learn how to protect your home, avoid costly repairs, and conserve water with these essential winterization tips.


Somerville

Adding aquatic plants to Somerville Lake boosts water quality and fishing success

With a shared vision for lake restoration and sustainable fishing, TPWD and the BRA are working together to restore aquatic plants in Somerville Lake, providing a better habitat for fish and better fishing. Click here to learn more.


Crystal Wilde

BRA's new HR Chief: A story of hard work, honesty, and Sci-Fi escapes

Crystal Wilde's story at the Brazos River Authority is a great example of what hard work and good mentors can do. Starting as an HR assistant 17 years ago, she's now the new Chief Human Resources Officer. It's a journey built on dedication and a strong belief in honesty. Now, she's ready to lead with empathy and a real focus on her team. Click here to learn more.


golden-cheeked-warbler

The Golden-cheeked Warbler: A Texas Treasure in Trouble

Picture a tiny bird with cheeks that look like they've been dipped in gold. The Golden-cheeked Warbler is a Texas original and sadly, these little beauties are in trouble, threatened with extinction because their woodland home is disappearing. Click here to learn more.


weather

What type of weather should we expect this winter and how will it affect our water supply?

Winter weather finally arrived in Texas and with increasing drought conditions forecasted, what does that mean for the reservoirs in the Brazos River Basin? Click here to learn more.


Coming Up

January 27, 2025
Board of Directors meeting

The next Brazos River Authority bimonthly Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m., Monday, January 27, 2025 at the BRA’s Lt. Gen. Phillip J. Ford Central Office, 4600 Cobbs Drive in Waco. Click here to see the meeting agenda.


February 6, 2025
Brown Bag on the Brazos

Interested in touring the Morris Sheppard Dam at Possum Kingdom Lake? Join us for the next Brown Bag on the Brazos at noon, Thursday, February 6, 2025, for a virtual tour of the 84-year-old dam with Reservoir Manager Troy Weatherhead. We'll also talk about what to expect with the weather and the water supply in our lakes this spring.



The Brazos River at Fulshear, Texas

By Layne Muegge
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