Search results for: “Water Wells in Floodplains”

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    A raingarden is an artifical depression in the landscape that collects and stores rainfall-runoff until it can infiltrate the soil. Raingardens help conserves water and protect it from surface pollution....
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    Open lots and holding pens for feeding or holding livestock contain animal manure and process-generated wastewater, which contain nitrate and bacteria. These materials can contaminate your well water. This publication...
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    ...permanent off-stream water supplies such as troughs or ponds. This publication lists the benefits, estimated costs, lifespans, and cost-share programs for the installation of these water supply systems. (2 Pages)...
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    Soil storage and infiltration system collects rainfall runoff from the roofs of buildings and directs it underground where it infiltrates the soil. Such a system conserves water and protects it...
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    ...your property. A photo guide in this publication helps you determine the stability of stream banks and spot problems that might cause erosion and other water quality problems. (2 pages)...
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    Well water can become contaminated by the constituents in fertilizers used on agricultural crops and home lawns and gardens. This publication explains how to identify potential risks associated with fertilizers...
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    ...hazardous materials that can contaminate your well water if not managed properly. It also lists simple management principles to use to protect the quality of your well water. (6 pages)...
  • 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...
  • We address water quality issues through a statewide network of professional educators, research partners and community collaborators. Through a variety of resources and programs related to water quality, we equip...
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    ...wood that has been submerged in water has likely absorbed a large amount of water. Rebuilding too quickly after a flood can cause continuing problems such as mold growth, insect...
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