It’s no secret that we live in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. All that growth and expansion means lots of construction and digging in the communities we serve. But do you know what’s underground? NTMWD has more... more
Category: Water
Safe Drinking Water is Top Priority
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
National Chemistry Week: Inside the life of a water quality expert
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
Project Pipeline Newsletter – 2017 Q3 issue
Our focus continues to be on meeting our region’s needs today and tomorrow. It is our job to be forward-thinking, planning decades ahead to make sure that future generations have the essential services they need. We pride ourselves on meeting... more
Applying Pre-Emergents for a Healthy Lawn (WFAA Channel 8)
As summer comes to a close and the days get shorter and cooler, it’s a good idea to apply pre-emergent herbicides to your lawn to prevent the germination of weed seeds. Combined with fertilizer, you can keep your lawn healthy... more
Save money and water by fixing leaky toilets
Leaky faucets and showerheads are easy to spot when they drip, but how do you know when a toilet is leaking? Toilet leaks are silent water wasters – often going unnoticed for months or even years. October is Toilet Repair... more
Energy in the Water World
Did you know that transporting and treating water and wastewater uses a lot of energy? It takes massive pumps that require a lot of power to keep water moving through our nearly 600 miles of water and over 150 miles... more
Microplastics in Water: What we know
Recent national media coverage has highlighted the issue of microfibers and microplastics found in some water samples. Because of these stories, the public may have questions regarding the possible presence of microplastics in local water supplies. This is an emerging... more
How to save water and still grow an enviable landscape (WFAA Channel 8)
Conserving water doesn’t mean your yard has to be a barren display of stones and cacti. Denise Hickey from NTMWD and Patrick Dickinson from Texas A&M AgriLife were back on our WFAA-TV “Green Segment” August 19 to discuss how water-wise... more
Water rates pay for #MoreThanWater
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