Groundwater Wells
Liberty County has a groundwater conservation district for private well users
If you plan to drill a water well in Liberty County, you must work with the Lower Trinity Groundwater Conservation District, which regulates well permits and use.
The Lower Trinity Groundwater Conservation District covers Liberty, Polk, and San Jacinto counties. It was created under Texas law to protect the groundwater supply. If you want to drill a new well or deepen an existing one, you typically need a permit from the district.
The district develops a management plan to balance water use over time. Rules can change, and permit requirements vary by the type and amount of water you want to use. Before you buy rural land and plan to rely on a well, contact the district to understand current rules. The district's website is waterwells.info.
Source to confirm: Texas Statutes — Lower Trinity Groundwater Conservation District