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Zebra mussels that have invaded Lake Travis can clog pipes that ultimately bring water to your home.

The hike-and-bike trail along Shoal Creek off North Lamar Boulevard will remain closed until further notice after being heavily damaged during Friday’s storms.

SAN ANTONIO -- Rushing water is now flowing through San Antonio's newest park. On Sunday, the first phase of the San Pedro Creek Culture Park opened. The segment comes two years after the San Antonio River Authority as well as city and county leaders teamed up to revitalize 2 miles of the creek. Renovations include murals and lights to brighten up the downtown spot.

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) - A group of divers who spend their weekends on Lake Travis is trying to raise public awareness about a dramatic increase in invasive zebra mussels they've seen in the lake over the past year.  The unwanted mollusks were first confirmed to be in Lake Travis in July 2017. At that time, Texas Parks and Wildlife declared the lake infested with a population that was reproducing because different sizes and ages of zebra mussels were found at two different sites on the lakes.

May 5, 2018: City of Katy voters overwhelmingly approved three bonds totaling $19.5 million Saturday. The bond package is broken down into three propositions that will pay for drainage and sewer system improvements throughout the city. All three propositions passed with about 88 percent of voters voting in favor of the bonds.

Following a state violation earlier this week, the Kempner Water Supply Corporation has issued an online alert on its website saying it recorded elevated chemical levels in its water supply

The Trinity River Authority of Texas attended seven Earth Day events last month. This allowed TRA to meet with the communities they serve to engage and educate stakeholders on water-related matters including, water pollution prevention, water conservation, zebra mussels, storm water pollution and so much more! Informational and educational materials included brochures and handouts for adults and activity books, bookmarks and crayons for kids. Additionally, engaging activities such as Water Wheel Trivia, Water Pollution Plunk and Peter Potty allowed kids (and adults) to test their water knowledge. Attendees were rewarded with special TRA stadium cups. Earth Day is great opportunity for TRA to talk with the public about the importance of our water supplies.

2018 events included, River Legacy Earth Day, DFW Airport Earth Day, Earth Day Texas, Cedar Hill EarthFest, BNSF Earth Day, UTA Earth Day and Mansfield Earth Day. 

A handful of projects earmarked for repairs from the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey just received a major influx of money from the federal government.

On April 27, 2018, city officials for Kilgore, Texas, approved a new industrial water pretreatment program. The approval was seven years in the making following an errant discharge from the city’s wastewater treatment plant, leaving the city in bad graces with the state, specifically the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

The Bruni Rural Water Supply Corporation says it is in the process of fixing the city's high arsenic levels. They say, once they get the approval from the TCEQ and the USDA, they will move forward with the bidding for installation of the equipment.

Three years after one of the worst droughts in Wichita Falls history, life is returning to normal. But as Texas creeps back into a drought, water experts say residents in the city and around the state can do more to conserve water and prepare for the next shortage, which is always on the horizon.

The city of Clarendon is investing in improving the quality of water it provides to customers by updating its infrastructure. The city has secured a $1.3 million grant from the USDA Rural Development and a $2.5 million low interest loan to pay for the project

The first phase of the San Pedro Creek project was opened to the public over the weekend and thousands came out to check out the new vamped-up waterway.

A spokesperson for Moore's Water System said petroleum products were found in water in Axtell.  They are advising not to boil or freeze water for any purpose.  They suggest bottled water should be used until further notice.  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is investigating the situation.  Customers of Moore’s Water System contacted the TCEQ Waco Region Office to report concerns about their drinking water.

HIGHLANDS, Texas (AP) — Evelyn and Jerome Matula were still polka-dancing newlyweds in 1950 when they spotted a half-finished cottage in the woods along the San Jacinto River east of Houston. It seemed idyllic, with panoramic views and a sandy path to the river, where their three children and later their grandchildren fished. Now, the retired refinery worker and former educator fear their kin were poisoned by carcinogenic dioxin in the fish and well water.

HIGHLANDS, Texas (AP) - Evelyn and Jerome Matula were still polka-dancing newlyweds in 1950 when they spotted a half-finished cottage in the woods along the San Jacinto River east of Houston. It seemed idyllic, with panoramic views and a sandy path to the river, where their three children and later their grandchildren fished. Now, the retired refinery worker and former educator fear their kin were poisoned by carcinogenic dioxin in the fish and well water.

The City of Corpus Christi may be fined more than $12,000 after 13 complaints against the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant led to an investigation.

The San Antonio River Authority, Bexar County and the City of San Antonio are almost ready to unveil the first completed segment of a 4-phase plan to improve San Pedro Creek.

The project aims to mitigate flooding, catalyze economic development and improve water quality. Public art in the park is curated to express San Antonio's "authentic" culture and the creek's historical significance. 

Victoria - Beginning at midnight tonight, the City of Victoria will switch its water disinfection back to a chloramine process after temporarily using a free chlorine treatment process during the month of April. The switch to a free chlorine system in April is recommended by TCEQ to all municipalities that use surface water for their water supply. This temporary change in disinfection helps maintain the high quality of water being served to our customers.Generally, there are no noticeable changes in the quality of the water as a result of this change back to a chloramine process. Some taste and odor