Summary
Three Rivers, Texas, announced that its primary water supply from Choke Canyon Reservoir was unexpectedly cut off by nearby Corpus Christi due to different water needs. Corpus Christi claims there have been no changes in their operations and that the water management complies with state rights. Three Rivers is now looking for new water sources.
Key Facts
- Three Rivers' main water source was cut off by Corpus Christi due to water reallocation.
- Corpus Christi stated there have been no operational changes and that they follow Texas state water rights.
- Three Rivers relied on previously different information about their water access.
- Three Rivers plans to develop groundwater wells as new water sources.
- Corpus Christi is facing severe drought, leading to water restrictions.
- Corpus Christi has offered help to Three Rivers, but the latter has not yet followed up.
- Three Rivers has around 2,000 residents; Corpus Christi has over 316,000.
- Choke Canyon Reservoir is crucial for both cities' water supply.
