Wimberley Valley Watershed Assoc Inc

Watershed Protection & Conservation Science - The Watershed Association protects vital water resources through scientific monitoring, policy development, and collaborative watershed management. Since 2003, we have collected quality-assured water quality data for the Texas Clean Rivers Program, monitoring the Blanco River and Cypress Creek for Clean Water Act compliance. Our organization initiated the EPA-approved Cypress Creek Watershed Protection Plan in 2008, the first in Texas to proactively focus on groundwater protection supporting surface water quality. Our advocacy and technical expertise also supported the Pristine Streams Rulemaking Initiative at TCEQ, the Dye Trace Study in lower Cypress Creek, and watershed restoration following harmful flooding and drought impacts. In 2024, we achieved a significant milestone through an interlocal agreement with Hays County, the cities of Wimberley and Woodcreek, and the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. This innovative partnership funds water quality monitoring and implements watershed protection strategies through a dedicated County Watershed Coordinator position. The Association continues to serve on the Jacob's Well Groundwater Management Zone initiative, working with the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District and regional stakeholders to establish drought triggers and management practices. This comprehensive approach to watershed protection integrates scientific monitoring, policy development, and multi-jurisdictional collaboration to ensure sustainable water resources for future generations.