Water / Wells
Groundwater and water wells in Garza County
Garza County has its own Underground Water Conservation District that oversees well drilling and groundwater use in this dry West Texas region.
Most of Garza County sits above the Ogallala Aquifer. It is one of the largest underground water supplies in the country. But the Ogallala is declining across West Texas. Heavy pumping over many decades has lowered the water level. Rainfall here averages under 20 inches a year. That makes groundwater very important for farms and rural homes.
The Garza County Underground Water Conservation District is in charge of wells here. It sets the rules for how wells are drilled and how much water can be pumped. If you plan to drill a new water well, you may need a permit from the district before work starts. Rules vary by how the water will be used. Large farm wells face more oversight than small home wells. Contact the district or the Texas Water Development Board for current permit rules and maps of water availability in your area.
Source to confirm: Texas Water Development Board — Garza County Underground Water Conservation District Management Plan