The Blanco-Pedernales Groundwater Conservation District has reduced the Drought Status in Blanco County from Stage 3 down to Stage 1. This decision was based on current weather conditions, recent rainfall events, and lower groundwater demand during the winter months.

General Manager Ron Fieseler says that Blanco County is still in a drought situation, but we have a few months during the winter where we can catch our breath and see what happens between now and spring. He reports that water levels in district monitor wells have shown modest increases. However, unless the county gets some extensive rain along with continued flow in local creeks and rivers, Fieseler says that we could again see falling water levels and find ourselves returning to a more severe drought condition by late spring or early summer.

Under Drought Stage 1, Blanco County residents are asked to voluntarily reduced groundwater usage by 5-10%. The district hopes that many residents will continue to incorporate the same water conservation habits they practiced during Stage 3 Drought.

District employees will continue to visit District monitor wells on a weekly basis and will be prepared to recommend future changes should the need arise. Questions may be directed to the District Office at 830-868-9196.