The Harris-Galveston Subsidence District (HGSD) held a public hearing at 9:00 AM (CDT) on April 30, 2026, located at 1660 W. Bay Area Blvd., Friendswood, TX 77546, to present the 2025 Annual Groundwater Report.
Each year, HGSD publishes an Annual Groundwater Report that includes the most recent subsidence, aquifer water-level, and groundwater-use data. This public hearing will present data collected in 2025, compare it with previous years, and provide context on the impact of changes in water use and water sources on the occurrence and magnitude of subsidence. It also provides key insights into preventing infrastructure damage and the potential flooding impacts of subsidence. With weather-related events and a growing population in our region, this type of data can better inform decision-makers and the public, helping build a more resilient community.
If you would like to provide testimony, evidence, exhibits, or other information, you may do so via email to info@subsidence.org before the record closes on May 8, 2026.
On May 13, 2026, the 2025 Annual Groundwater Report will be presented to the HGSD Board of Directors for approval during their monthly meeting. Once approved, the report, along with an updated interactive subsidence map, will be published on HGSD’s website.