Recent Rain Gives Corpus Christi a 9-Month Reprieve on Projected Water Crisis
Emergency restrictions are now expected to hit in September 2027, so the coastal city still faces a challenging future.
Corpus Christi’s Delayed Water Response Bubbles up to Texas Governor’s Race
Frustrated by a lack of progress, Gov. Greg Abbott threatened state action. Gina Hinojosa, his Democratic opponent, accused him of backing industry over people.
How Bad will the Drought be in South Texas?
As of Monday, nearly 50% of the state was experiencing some level of drought conditions according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
City Council Gives Final Approval of Level 1 Water Emergency Policies
These measures will only go into effect if and when the City officially declares a Level One Water Emergency, which is currently projected for December 2026.
Corpus Christi Delays Decision on Water Plant Despite Impending Crisis
The City Council rejected the treatment plant last year over cost and environmental concerns, but plans resurfaced as the city’s water woes continued.
Corpus Christi Reconsiders Desalination Plant
The almost billion-dollar plant, praised as a drought-resistant option, wouldn’t provide water until 2029. Opponents cite cost and environmental concerns.
Recent Rain Gives Two Corpus Christi Reservoirs a Much-Needed Boost
With one main reservoir almost at capacity, the city may be on pace to delay an emergency declaration from December to early 2027.
City of Corpus Christi Focuses on Delaying its Water Crisis
The city is looking into emergency conservation measures as most options for additional water have been tapped or are years from completion.
Rain Gives Corpus Christi a Small Break, Delaying Projected Water Crisis
Without additional rain, the coastal city expects to impose mandatory water restrictions around December, new data shows.
City of Corpus Christi Launches Online Water Usage Portal
As the region continues to face persistent drought, this tool serves as a critical resource for proactive conservation.
City of Corpus Christi Awards Contract for Reclaimed Water Project
As the pump station and reclaimed water line are constructed, Valero will build its own infrastructure to collect reclaimed water for its own use, reducing demand on potable water reserves.
Corpus Christi Moves Toward Mandatory 25% Cut in Water Use if Emergency is Declared
Final approval of the curtailment plan is expected at a future City Council meeting. Experts predict that, without significant rainfall, a water emergency could arrive by September.
A State Fund to Boost Water Projects Falls Almost $3 Billion Short
Ten water projects received initial approval to split $1.28 billion in state money this year, but 13 others didn’t make the cut — including one that may supply drought-stricken Corpus Christi.
Corpus Christi to Begin Talks on Privately Built Desalinization Plant
A new Houston company hopes to build a $1.3 billion facility in the area and wants the city, which is on the brink of a water crisis, to commit to 30 years of purchases.
Corpus Christi Refutes National Reports on Water “Blackouts,” Evacuations
City leaders say none of those measures are part of Corpus Christi’s Drought Contingency Plan and have never been proposed or considered by current leadership.
Judge Holds Preliminary Hearing on Evangeline Groundwater Project
As of late April, more than 35,000 linear feet of water line piping had been delivered to the site.
Disaster Declarations Ripple Through South Texas Amid Water Crisis
Small towns around Corpus Christi worry where they’ll fall on the pecking order if the region’s water runs out.
Corpus Christi Delays Action on Plan to Cut Water Use by 25%
A Level 1 emergency, which could arrive in September, would limit households to 5,250 gallons a month under proposed restrictions. About 30% of residential customers use more.
Corpus Christi Leaders Weigh How Much to Reduce Customers’ Water Use
A proposal the city council is expected to vote on next week includes requiring customers to cut their water use by 25% and imposing additional fees on water used beyond certain limits.
Corpus Christi Water Crises Raise Concern Among TAMUCC Students
For students at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, the water crisis in Corpus Christi isn’t really something far away anymore. It’s becoming part of their everyday lives and affecting how they think about their routines and even their future in the city.