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Each year the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB), and the Association of Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts (ATSWCD), recognizes and honors the individuals who dedicate themselves to the conservation of natural resources through the Texas Conservation... 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
In our latest WFAA segment, water expert Denise Hickey and horticulturalist Patrick Dickinson shared how Earth Day is a great time of year for everyone to celebrate our environment. It’s also a great time to take a more “green” view... 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
We know there are questions about the recent reports of odor and materials found in a small cove about 2000 yards north of the Highland Park boat ramp at Lavon Lake. Here’s what we know as of today: NTMWD has... more
Recently, an online publication issued a list of “The 25 U.S. Cities with the Worst Drinking Water.” This report is being circulated online and four NTMWD Member Cities are included. In fact, 16 of the cities listed are from Texas,... more
Lab employee Kristen Suprobo’s job is far more to her than just a source of income. It channels her knack for scientific problem-solving in a way that cares for her family, friends, and community in Plano, Texas. That’s why we are... more
Clean drinking water is critical to public health and safety. We can’t live without this essential resource that is delivered to north Texas homes and businesses for about a penny per gallon. That cost pays for much more than the... more
August is National Water Quality Month and making sure we deliver the best water possible is our top priority at NTMWD. It’s the reason our employees collect over 250,000 water samples annually and run numerous tests to ensure that your... more