Recently NTMWD partnered with the Plano Fire Department to hold a confined space rescue drill at one of our wastewater lift stations on Rowlett Creek. The drill brought together the best of Plano Fire Department’s rescue, recovery and hazmat crews... more
Preparing Your Lawn for Spring Planting
Spring is right around the corner. That means that it’s time to start preparing your lawn for spring planting. Recently, our own Denise Hickey and AgriLife Water University’s Patrick Dickinson were on WFAA Channel 8 giving tips on how to... more
Maintenance may affect taste and smell of Little Elm water
Starting on March 13 and continuing through April 10, some residents may detect a slight difference in the taste and smell of their water, said Public Works Director Kevin Mattingly. “Every year around this time, the town’s water supplier takes... more
Day Trips: JBS Wetland Center, Seagoville
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center sits on a hill outside of Seagoville overlooking one of the largest man-made wetlands in the U.S. On the other side of the 800-acre wetland two bald eagles and their two eggs have homesteaded on a large metal... more
News Stream Newsletter – Feb. 2017
While last month’s issue of the News Stream newsletter was a reflection on our accomplishments in 2016, this month’s issue is a look forward to what’s in store for 2017. Subscribe now to receive monthly updates from NTMWD and stay... more
Executive Director Message: Looking Ahead in 2017
Looking Ahead We made much progress last year in support of our mission to provide the essential services of water, wastewater and solid waste disposal that North Texans depend on 24/7. Fulfilling this mission requires well-maintained infrastructure, which includes pipes... more
Company plans to capture methane gas at Melissa landfill
The Melissa City Council approved a motion authorizing the city manager to finalize negotiations with Morrow Renewables at the Jan. 24 city council meeting. Morrow Renewables was awarded a contract by the North Texas Water District, the owners of the... more
News Stream Newsletter – Jan. 2017
2016 was a busy year for NTMWD and the January issue of the News Stream newsletter is packed full of recaps from last year and the latest information you need to know. In this issue: Updates on Trinity River Mainstem Pump... more
2017 State Water Plan: Tracking, Reducing, and Meeting the State’s Water Use Goals
In May 2016, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) adopted the 2017 State Water Plan. This comprehensive plan is designed to make the most of our existing water supplies, plan ahead for future growth, and preserve our natural resources. The... more
NTMWD experiences sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) in Plano
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) has experienced a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) of domestic wastewater from its 121 Force Main in Plano. The SSO occurred from a pipeline break in the 121 Force Main near White Rock Creek... more