Cooler temperatures mean water customers served by NTMWD can turn their automatic sprinklers off and prepare their lawns and landscaping for the winter. November is when lawns typically start to transition into dormancy and annual hibernation. During this period, green... more
In North Texas, wasting water is the scariest part of Halloween, so the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is using the holiday to remind homeowners to reduce outdoor watering during the winter months. NTMWD is asking homeowners to turn... more
While North Texas has experienced wetter than normal conditions the past few years, water utilities must stay the course to support conservation as a critical component of water resource planning. According to the most recent state water plan, nearly one-quarter... more
“Love Lavon Lake” is a new conservation campaign designed to help North Texans know their primary water source. As North Texans get set to dive into longer days and 100 degree-plus temperatures, the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) has... more
The May edition of News Stream kicks off Drinking Water Week, May 6-12, with a recap of our recent Lavon Lake Watershed Tour that showed participants how we work together to Protect the Source. National Infrastructure Week, May 14-21 reminds... more
Water for our main water source, Lavon Lake, doesn’t just come from rain falling directly into the lake. Water also enters Lavon as it flows across its watershed – an area of about 492,095 acres that drains runoff into creeks,... more
In this month’s edition of News Stream, find out when our annual chlorine maintenance begins, why it is done and how it protects water quality. Learn wintering water tips that can help your winter landscaping survive the cold temperatures. Watch... more
How has your yard handled the recent cold snap? Proper watering, as well other simple methods for plant choice and protection can help your winter landscaping survive when the temperatures tumble. Check out these tips from Patrick Dickinson from Texas... more
This holiday season you can give green while spending your green on those last couple of presents. On our last WFAA segment, Texas A&M AgriLife horticulturalist Patrick Dickinson offered some helpful tips for picking gifts that save water, are sustainable,... more