A future without water is no future at all

Fresh water is the lifeblood of Texas. That’s why Texas Living Waters exists – to ensure that Texas has the water it needs for thriving communities and healthy fish and wildlife.

We are a collaboration of conservation groups working since 2001 to transform the way we manage water.

WATER POLICY & PLANNING

We advance water planning for long-term resilience and reliability. We seek policies that conserve water and improve water efficiency.

WATER EQUITY & INFRASTRUCTURE

We advocate for investments that allow traditionally underserved communities to secure reliable flood protection and water supply.

CLIMATE RESILIENCE

We strive for water management frameworks that comprehensively address climate change and ensure a resilient Texas for future generations.

WATER FOR WILDLIFE

We work to ensure Texas has the water it needs for healthy fish and wildlife.

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Texas Observer: Dow’s River

“As with most Texas rivers, the water flowing between the Brazos’ banks is already spoken for. In the late 1800s, Texas began selling off surface water rights to the first

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MEET THE EXPERTS

The Texas Living Waters Project is a collaboration of conservation group experts working together to advance enduring water solutions that support people and wildlife across Texas — in the face of climate change, rapid population growth, and economic development.