Water

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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Rainwater Harvesting

This program educates the public about rainwater harvesting and other water-related issues so that we can have a sustainable water supply for generations to come.

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Publications

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In this publication you will learn how to maintain all the components of a septic system.

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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 aerobic units work, what their design requirements are, and how to maintain them.

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Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
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The Healthy Lawns Healthy Waters program aims to improve and protect surface water quality by enhancing awareness and knowledge of best management practices for residential landscapes.

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In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Texas Community Watershed Partners (TCWP) has the resources to facilitate Partnerships, Planning, and Conservation.

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The Texas Watershed Steward (TWS) program is a statewide educational program designed to improve the quality of Texas’ water resources. The program educates and informs locals about their watershed, its potential problems, and steps people can take to improve and protect surface water quality in their area.

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Courses

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An aerobic septic system, or aerobic treatment unit (ATU), uses oxygen to breakdown both dissolved and solid constituents into gases, cell mass, and non-degradable material contained in wastewater. This online course will teach you how to properly maintain and operate your ATU. You will have 30 days from the day you register to complete this program. If you do not complete the program within this limit, your registration will expire, and you will need to pay the registration fees again to start over.

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This online course is the second in a series of three developed to introduce homeowners, DIY hobbyists, or future commercial farm operators to the world of aquaponics.

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This course aims to help beef cattle producers protect Texas waterways from contamination that is linked with the production of livestock. These contaminations may also pose a health risk to Texas citizens.

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Water My Yard

WaterMyYard is a science-based tool that helps take the guesswork out of determining when and exactly how much to water.

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  • Publication

    In this publication you will learn how to maintain all the components of a septic system.

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    Do you want to continue your professional career in wastewater management? This online series was developed to address challenges facing the onsite wastewater industry in Texas.

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    Welcome to the Texas Watershed Steward online course! Here you will learn about watersheds, water quality, and watershed management and gain access to all of the information supplied in the face-to-face workshops we hold around the state.

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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 four-course aquatic vegetation series provides landowners and pesticide applicators biological information for submerged, algae, floating, and emergent species of problematic aquatic plants found in Texas.

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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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    The Texas Watershed Steward (TWS) online program is a statewide educational program designed to improve the quality of Texas’ water resources by educating and informing local stakeholders about their watershed, potential impairments, and steps that can be taken to help improve and protect water quality in their watershed.

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    This 1-hour course exposes learners to information regarding The Texas Watershed Steward (TWS) Program. Students will learn about the importance of water, the role of watersheds in the water cycle, and much more. Students have the option of obtaining school credit for this course.

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    This self-paced course provides a complete guide to center pivot irrigation systems and covers important details on their selection, operation, and management. Test your knowledge of the material in each section through interactive quizzes.

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    Going to the Texas coast? Whether you’re fishing, swimming, or just enjoying the Texas sun, our Vibrio Awareness factsheet can help keep you safe! Learn how to prevent, spot, and treat a Vibrio infection so your trip is memorable for the right reasons!

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