THCRR (Concan) reports water shortage due to unprecedented drought conditions
The Texas Hill County River Region (Uvalde County Visitor’s Center) board President Jamie Holmes sent out a statement to area lodge owners stating the demand for water and the exceptionally dry conditionals are causing water shortage in Concan and the surrounding Hill Country area in Uvalde County.
“Our area continues to struggle with producing enough water to meet our demand, driven largely by our unprecedented drought conditions. Concan Water Supply (CCWS) has taken some short term measures that include shutting down water supplies to residents and guests for extended periods of time to allow the supply to recover. As a result of generally low supply (low pressure and low volume) AND turning off/on the water in the evenings, the TCEQ is required to issue a ‘boil water notice.
It is important to understand that this notice was not driven by any concern over water quality or any existing contamination. If your guests are on a property that utilities a supply (private well) that is not tied to CCWS, this notice does not apply.
We are working closely with CCWS to address the supply issue and will be meeting with the City of Uvalde today, who has agreed to assist. However, we encourage all residents and guests to be very mindful with their water consumption and to be understanding of the challenges that we face in this unprecedented time across the State of Texas. The TCEQ is also in Concan assisting the CCWS team to find solutions. “
Holmes said in a statement released yesterday.
She ended the statement with:
“Pray for rain. “
The THCRR is a local governing body in charge with administering the area’s Hotel Occupancy Tax or (HOT) Tax monies collected by owners of lodging businesses in Uvalde County for use to promote tourism for the region.
Texas Hill Country River Region
Office: 830-232-4310
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