Agrilife Extension Resources
Water is one of Texas’ most critical natural resources, so maintaining the health and sustainability of the Texas water sources and aquifers is vitally important. Our educational resources and regional experts teach Texans about water conservation, management and quality while protecting the state’s rivers, streams, lakes, bays and oceans.
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This publication outlines the responsibilities of a homeowner whose wastewater is treated by an aerobic treatment unit and spray field.
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This publication explains how to inspect a home aerobic treatment unit, disinfection unit, and spray field in order to complete reports Texas.
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This publication describes how to plan, design and install various types of soil storage and infiltration systems.
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This publication explains how aerobic units work, what their design requirements are, and how to maintain them.
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If your home or business uses a septic system, you need to know how to use and maintain it properly to prevent sewage from backing up into your house and contaminating groundwater, including your water well.
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This palm-sized flip deck features photographs and line drawings of 61 aquatic plants commonly found in Texas.
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This publication explains how filter strips work and details soil types, dimensions, and vegetation options.
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This publication explains wildlife water sources, management considerations, rainfall catchment areas and wildlife tax valuation.
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This case study discusses the Cris Quinn Memorial Soccer Complex in Beaumont, Texas, where a detention basin functions as dry-day soccer fields for community use.
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This curriculum is for participants in the Texas Watershed Steward program.