Amended contract updates how cities share cost of regional water system WYLIE, TX – Oct. 29, 2020: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) and the 13 Member Cities that partner in the regional water system have announced their agreement... more
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News Stream – September 2020
This month we highlight how the District worked diligently to adjust plans, projects and programs to minimize the financial impacts on our cities dealing with economic challenges from the pandemic. You can read more about it in our Proposed FY21... more
The Need for Water Grows with Our Economy
The North Texas economy has weathered the COVID-19 storm better than most, and it highlights how the services provided by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) are more critical than ever. The region continues to attract businesses and residents... more
Restoring Streams & Connecting the Dam at Bois d’Arc
The Bois d’Arc Lake project has really taken shape this summer. For a project of such massive proportions, Bois d’Arc Lake is well on its way to meeting the goal of water delivery by spring of 2022. The past several... more
NTMWD secures low-cost renewable energy from new solar plant in South Texas
Agreement projected to save $14-million in energy costs over next 15 years The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) signed an agreement with Direct Energy Business to purchase power produced at a new solar energy plant being built in the... more
New Road & Bridge Over Future Bois d’Arc Lake Open To Traffic
FM 897 will provide north, south access across the lake and connect US 82 to FM 1396 The new FM 897 road and bridge over the future Bois d’Arc Lake is now open to traffic. Construction crews opened the 6.2-mile-long... more
News Stream – August 2020
In this month’s News Stream, we share ways we work to keep water reliable, safe and a good value around the clock. There’s information about resources available to help conserve water during the remaining hot, dry summer, how to protect... more
Lavon Lake watershed to receive federal protection funds
One of only two in the state selected as priority watersheds to receive funding The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) has been notified the Lavon Lake watershed has been selected as one of two priority watersheds in Texas by... more
Regional Collaboration Keeps Water Flowing at Lower Cost Compared to Other Utilities
Water has been one thing during the COVID-19 pandemic that our communities have not needed to worry about. Thanks to our dedicated team of employees, water keeps flowing to taps 24/7 and remains our first line of defense for public... more
Bois d’Arc Lake Big Enough to Ensure Water for Growing Population
When complete, Bois d’Arc Lake will ensure a reliable water supply today and tomorrow, a big ongoing boost to the local economy and big-time recreation to the entire region. This month’s update also includes information about the nearly complete FM897... more