How can subsidence be stopped?
HGSD was created by the Texas Legislature in 1975 to prevent further subsidence. HGSD applies a science-based Regulatory Plan that establishes guidelines for [...]
What are the consequences of subsidence?
Our area has experienced the following consequences of subsidence: Permanent elevation loss Increased flooding Damage to infrastructure like roads, bridges, homes, pipelines, and [...]
How will I know when to renew my permit?
Approximately four months prior to the expiration of your permit, the District will mail you a permit renewal application form. This form must [...]
How much groundwater will be authorized for my permit?
The District is required to consider many different factors when establishing the groundwater allocation for each permittee. Some considerations include the following: The [...]
I’ve had a well for many years. Why am I just now being required to get a permit?
After the 1993 legislative session, changes were adopted regarding which wells must be permitted by the District, resulting in an increase in the number of wells subject to permitting.
When does a groundwater well need a permit?
If a well serves anything other than one house, a permit is required. However, a permit may be required for a well that [...]