Water Wells

A Groundwater District Regulates Wells Over the Ogallala Aquifer

All of Lamb County sits over the Ogallala Aquifer, and a state-authorized water district controls who can drill a well and how much they can pump.

Lamb County Home & Property

The Ogallala is the main underground water source under Lamb County. It supplies irrigation and drinking water for much of the High Plains. The High Plains Underground Water Conservation District No. 1 (HPWD) manages this water in Lamb County. You need a permit from HPWD before drilling a new well.

The aquifer is slowly declining across the region. HPWD tracks usage and sets pumping rules. If you are buying land or a home that uses a private well, ask the seller about the well permit and current water levels. Visit the HPWD website for permit applications and their interactive map.

Source to confirm: High Plains Underground Water Conservation District No. 1

More Lamb County notes

Property Tax

Property Tax Has Two Separate Offices in Lamb County

Lamb County splits property tax work between an appraisal district and a separate tax assessor-collector — and the tax office does not collect taxes itself.

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Homestead Exemption

File Your Homestead Exemption With the Appraisal District

If your home in Lamb County is your primary residence, you may qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces your taxable value.

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Wildlife & Hunting

Playa Lakes Are the Main Public Outdoor Resource on the High Plains

Shallow playa lakes dot the Lamb County landscape and attract migratory waterfowl, making them a key hunting and wildlife-watching feature in this flat, treeless county.

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County Seat History

Littlefield Was Built on a Ranch Sale and a Railroad Stop

Littlefield grew from a single railroad station on a giant cattle ranch into the county seat and commercial center of Lamb County.

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