Save Water

Save Water
Using water wisely benefits us all

Saving water helps everyone. Find out how and get information on specific topics by following the links below:

LCRA has programs to replace inefficient toilets and showerheads in partnership with several of its retail water utility customers. Visit www.watersmart.org to learn more about the program and for a list of current and past customer participants. This program has been extended to commercial and institutional customers such as schools and hotels following an on-site water audit (see www.watersmart.org for details).

HB 1437 Agricultural Water Conservation Programs

Canal gates with actuators in Gulf Coast Irrigation Division

The HB 1437 Agricultural Water Conservation Program provides funds to LCRA's irrigation operations and grants to agriculture producers to implement agricultural water conservation projects. For more information on this program, visit the Water for Williamson County page

Videos and simple tip to save water around your home and keep your landscape looking good

Water conservation tips video

Watch videos offering tips to help Central Texans conserve water. Learn about the use of mulch,
native plants, efficient irrigation and more. Follow these simple tips to save precious water.

Efficient landscape irrigation

Learn ways to water efficiently to improve the health of your yard and help conserve water.

Video how-tos: Improving your automated system.

Texas Hill Country Landscapes

Builders and homeowners alike can use these guidelines to create beautiful landscapes, protect the environment and save time and money.

Gardening

Learn how water conservation is a key to success for Texas Hill Country gardening.

Rainwater harvesting

How you can collect rainwater to use on your plants — or provide water for your entire houseshold.

What happens in a drought?

To help guide the use of water during periods of shortages, LCRA relies on a state-approved water management plan. Learn more. Read about current drought conditions.

Customers with LCRA water contracts are required to develop drought contingency plans.

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Incentives Program Review Committee

Read more about the Water Conservation Incentives Program Review Committee. This group was formed to provide direction on LCRA water conservation incentives programs, assist with meeting the goals established in LCRA's 2009 Water Conservation Plan and provide oversight of cost-sharing arrangements with customers for conservation pruposes.

Raw Water Conservation Plan

The latest official water conservation plan was completed in 2009.

WaterSense

Purchasing WaterSense labeled products can help you protect the environment and help you save money on utility bills. Learn more at www.epa.gov/watersense.

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Water icon Saving water is always the smart thing to do. See recommended watering schedule.