US EditionCorpus Christi Could Run Out of Water. How Would It Impact San Antonio?
Despite $1 billion in projects and $750 million state funding, Corpus Christi faces water shortages within a year due to drought and rising industrial demand, officials say.
- On Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott warned the state may intervene in the City of Corpus Christi if local leaders do not act, noting the state provided $750 million to help.
- Low reservoir levels and stalled projects have left Lake Corpus Christi and Choke Canyon Reservoir at 8.7%, driven by drought, industrial demand, and canceled seawater desalination plans.
- City officials point to groundwater wells and desalination initiatives including the "Evangeline Groundwater Project: 24 MGD" in their $1 billion portfolio of water initiatives.
- Abbott's warning has increased pressure on Corpus Christi leaders, and the city responded on Wednesday by thanking Gov. Greg Abbott, TCEQ, and TWDB while pledging continued partnership.
- Models show supplies could drop as soon as June, while many projects won't be online until later this year or next year, risking shortages for residents and industries within a year.
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Governor blasts Corpus Christi leaders over looming water shortage, threatens a state takeover
Gov. Greg Abbott criticized Corpus Christi leadership Tuesday over its looming water crisis and warned that if local leaders do not take immediate action, the state may need to intervene to ensure residents and businesses have enough. “Corpus Christi is a victim not because of lack of water. They're a victim because of a lack [...]
Corpus Christi could run out of water. How would it impact San Antonio?
A growing water crisis in Corpus Christi is now drawing threats of a state takeover, as leaders warn the coastal city is running out of time to secure a long-term water supply.When asked Tuesday about the situation, Gov. Greg Abbott delivered a sharp response, saying the state may have to step in if local leaders do not act fast enough.“We can only give them a little time more before the State of Texas has to take over, micromanage that city and…
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