Corpus Christi is facing a serious water shortage, and the city's water is being heavily used by the oil and gas industry. This is making it tough for residents to get enough water.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 4 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
No direct financial impact was noted, but the plan could influence future water usage and related costs.
All residents benefit from responsible water management.
The community may be at greater risk if the Packery Channel experiences damage and the maintenance fund is insufficient for immediate repairs.
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State Rep. Denise Villalobos seeks to replace Corpus Christi Groundwater District kiiitv.com
Why Do Texas Cities Welcome New Construction Amid Water Crises? Houston Press
Corpus Christi's groundwater authority could be eliminated under new proposal kiiitv.com
Rep. Villalobos says CCASRCD has a conflict of interest and is drafting a bill to shut it down KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi
Last Year, a Corpus Christi Cryptomine Guzzled over 11 Million Gallons. Now, Its Water Usage Is Being Kept Secret. The Texas Observer
City of Corpus Christi launches new online water usage tracker for residents kiiitv.com
Worried about water usage? Corpus Christi leaders say new tracking tools are on the way kiiitv.com
Drought loophole raises questions over industrial water exemptions kiiitv.com
The city's Drought Contingency Plan was updated to reflect current water resource management strategies.
A Texas City Faces Water Crisis as Big Oil and Gas Use Most of It Truthout
The board discussed the significant reduction in the Packery Channel Maintenance Fund, with concerns about its adequacy for future emergencies and the timeline for replenishment.