Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District
2013
ANNUAL
REPORT
Contents
SECTION
1
District Information
2
Board of Directors and Staff
3
Statement from the General Manager
4
Goal 4.1 – Providing the Most Efficient Use of Groundwater
5
Goal 4.2 – Controlling and Preventing the Waste of Groundwater in the
District
6
Goal 4.3 – Controlling and Preventing Subsidence
7
Goal 4.4 – Addressing Conjunctive Surface Water Management Issues
8
Goal 4.5 – Natural Resource Issues Affecting the Use and Availability of
Groundwater or Affected by the Use of Groundwater
9
Goal 4.6 – Addressing Drought Conditions
10
Goal 4.7 – Addressing Conservation, Recharge Enhancement, Rainwater
Harvesting, Precipitation Enhancement, or Brush Control
11
Goal 4.8 – Addressing in a Quantitative Manner the Desired Future
Conditions
12
Appendix A
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
District Information
Creation of the District
In 2003, the creation of the District was authorized by the 78th
Texas Legislature through Senate Bill 1888. On November 2,
2004, the voters of Jasper and Newton Counties confirmed
creation of the District. In 2005, the Commissioner’s Courts
of Hardin and Tyler Counties adopted a resolution requesting
that Hardin and Tyler Counties be included in the District. On
November 8, 2005, the voters of Hardin and Tyler Counties
voted favorably to become members of the Southeast Texas
Groundwater Conservation District.
Purpose
The Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District was created to conserve,
preserve, protect, recharge, and prevent waste of groundwater, and control subsidence
caused by withdrawal of groundwater within its boundaries which are Jasper, Newton,
Hardin and Tyler Counties. As part of the process of accomplishing its purpose, the
District has adopted a Management Plan, which has been reviewed and approved by the
Texas Water Development Board.
District Information
The District encompasses in their entirety, Jasper, Newton, Hardin and Tyler Counties,
which comprise an area of approximately 3,685 square miles with an estimated
population of 126,550 people.
The District is included in two other water planning groups: Region I, Regional Water
Planning Group and Groundwater Management Area 14.
With the passage of Senate Bill 660 in 2011, the Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District was appointed by GMA 14 to serve as a voting representative on
the Region I Water Planning Group.
District Office
103 East Houston Street  P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, TX 75951
Phone: 409 383-1577  Fax: 409 383-0799
www.setgcd.org
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Board of Directors
Walter R. Glenn, President
Mr. Walter Glenn is a retired member of the Temple-Inland
team and is a multi-use landowner in Jasper County. Mr.
Glenn was one of the driving forces in the creation of the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District and
has been an active member of the District since its
inception in July of 2003. He was originally appointed by
the Commissioner’s Courts of Jasper and Newton
Counties to represent the interests of forestry, agriculture,
and landowners. Mr. Glenn has subsequently been
reappointed by the Commissioner’s Courts of all four
member counties to continue his guidance as the Board
President.
Roger Fussell, Vice President
Mr. Roger Fussell is the District Manager of the Lumberton
Municipal Utility District (“MUD”). He has been with the
MUD since 1999 and has seen it grow over 25 percent
during his tenure. He was appointed to the District by the
Hardin County Commissioner’s Court in January of 2006 to
represent the interests of large municipal users. In
September of 2009, the Board voted to appoint him Vice
President of the District. Mr. Fussell also holds multiple
professional licenses and is the President of Texas Water
Utility Association which has nearly 10,000 members.
Bobby Rogers, Secretary/Treasurer
Mr. Bobby Rogers has been the Manager of North Hardin
Water Supply Corporation since 2007. Prior to managing
the W.S.C. he was Director of Public Works for the City of
Silsbee. He also holds multiple professional licenses and is
an active member of the Texas Water Utility Association. In
2010 the TWUA awarded Bobby the “W.T. Doc” Ballard
Meritorious Award, the highest award given by the
organization. Mr. Rogers was appointed to the Board by
the Hardin County Commissioner’s Court in July of 2007 to
represent small municipal water supply interests in the
county. In September of this year Mr. Rogers replaced the
retiring Jerry Shands as the District’s Secretary/Treasurer
and Investment Officer.
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Board of Directors
Sam Ashworth, Director
Mr. Sam Ashworth is retired from the timber industry in
which he worked for over 35 years. He spent 15 years
working his way through the ranks of Kirby Industries and
in 1987 became president of his own company. He
recently served a two year term as President of the
Southeast Texas Forest Landowners Association and is a
35 year member of the Texas Forestry Association. Mr.
Ashworth was appointed to the Board in November of 2009
by the Hardin County Commissioner’s Court to represent
forestry, agricultural and industrial interests in the county.
Olen Bean, Director
Mr. Olen Bean retired in 2004 after working 30 years for
the Texas Forest Service. His years of experience in the
Texas Forest Service have kept him busy even after
retirement; his many skills are still being put to use as the
Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator for Jasper,
Newton and Sabine Counties. Mr. Bean was appointed to
the Board of the Water District in January of 2011 by the
Newton County Commissioner’s Court to represent the
rural water utility interests in the county.
Mitch McMillon, Director
Mr. Mitch McMillon was born in Lufkin and raised in
Jasper. He graduated from Texas A&M and Stephen F. Austin
Universities with degrees in business admin. and psychology.
Mr. McMillon has been a small business owner here in Jasper
since 1988 and is currently a life and health insurance agent
with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Also, he has held the
position of Director of the Jasper County Nutrition Program
(known as Meals on Wheels) for the past 21 years. In May
2012 Mr. McMillon was sworn in as the City of Jasper’s District
5 At Large Council Member. He is married to Laura, his wife of
22 years, has three teenaged boys and he and his family are members of the First
Baptist Church of Jasper. Mr. McMillon was appointed to the District in May by the
Jasper City Council to represent Large Municipal Water Utility interests.
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Board of Directors
Katherine Davis, Director
Ms. Katherine Davis is an Environmental Manager at the
MeadWestvaco (MWV) manufacturing facility in Evadale,
Texas. She has held this position since August of 2006.
Prior to her work with MWV she worked for International
Paper for 20 years where she held various environmental,
health and safety positions. Ms. Davis was appointed by
the Jasper County Commissioner’s Court in February of
2008 to represent the large industrial interests of the
county.
Charles Hughes, Director
Mr. Charles Hughes is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin
State University. He has spent most of his professional life
in the timber industry, first with Kirby Industries and then
for 26 years as a Wood Supervisor for Louisiana Pacific.
He served on the Bon Wier Water Supply Corporation
Board, is a volunteer firefighter, a member of the Texas
Forestry Association and currently President of the Jasper
Newton Soil and Water Board. Mr. Hughes was appointed
to the Board in April of 2011 by the Newton County
Commissioner’s Court to represent the forestry, agricultural
and industrial interests in the county.
Jon Meek, Director
Mr. Jon Meek is the Water Superintendent for the City of
Newton where he has worked for four years. He currently
holds class C licenses for both water and waste water. He
is an active member of the Newton community where he
has recently become the radio voice of the Newton High
School football team, the Eagles (102.7 FM). Mr. Meek
was appointed to the Board by the Newton City Council in
January of 2010 to represent large municipal interests of
the county.
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Board of Directors
Steve Pittman, Director
Mr. Steve Pittman contracts to deliver professional
consulting services to companies focused on developing
and expanding markets within the healthcare, technology,
communications, and computer communities. He has a
degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M
University. Prior to establishing his contracting services
and consulting business, he worked 15 years with Motorola
where he led the $2.5B worldwide paging communications
businesses. Mr. Pittman was appointed by the Tyler
County Commissioner’s Court in February of 2011 to
represent large municipal water interests within county.
Linda Powell, Director
Ms. Powell was born and raised in Jasper and graduated from
Jasper High School. Ms. Powell is the Office Manager of the
Rayburn Country M.U.D. where she has been a long time
employee, having worked there since its inception in 1985,
and prior to that worked for the Rayburn Country water
department. Ms. Powell is the proud mother of two grown
children and a member of the Jasper County Cowboy Church.
She volunteers her time working with the Jasper County
Junior Livestock Foundation and the Coty Smith Memorial
Team Roping organization.
The organization provides
scholarships to high school seniors who participate in showing
animals, and who are involved with agricultural mechanics for with FFA and 4-H, as well
as those who participate in the high school rodeo. Ms. Powell was appointed by the
Jasper County Commissioners Court to represent rural municipal water interests.
Robyn Summerlin, Director
Mr. Robyn Summerlin is a native Southeast Texan originally
from Port Arthur. He graduated from Lamar University in
1964 with a degree in Economics and made his career in
the shipping and barging industry in the Houston area. In
1982, he formed QMC, Inc., a worldwide marine chartering
brokerage firm. Following the sale of the company in 1999,
he moved to his cattle farm in Woodville. In addition to
serving on the S.E.T.G.C.D. Board he also serves as a
Board Member of the Cypress Creek W.S.C.
Mr.
Summerlin was appointed by the Tyler County
Commissioners Court to represent rural and small
municipal water interests.
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Board of Directors
Charles Zimmerman, Director
Mr. Charles Zimmerman is a Trustee of Minnie Thicket
Farms, a timber plantation in Tyler County. He has been in
the timber industry since 1980 and is a charter member of
the Tyler County Forest Landowner Association. He holds
degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics from the
University of Southern Mississippi. Mr. Zimmerman was
appointed to the District in January of 2012 by the Tyler
County Commissioner’s Court to represent forestry,
agricultural and industrial interests in the county.
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Staff
John Martin, General Manager
Mr. John Martin was named the General Manager of
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District in
April of 2008. He graduated in 1992 from Kent State
University. Prior to becoming the General Manager Mr.
Martin was a Resource Specialist with the Texas Forest
Service where his primary focus was assisting forest
landowners in developing timber management plans. As
General Manager, he deals directly with all facets of
managing the District and represents the Board on GMA
14. Mr. Martin has also been appointed by GMA 14 to act
as its representative to the Region I Water Planning Group.
John D. Stover, Esq., General Counsel
Attorney John D. Stover is a graduate of the University of
Texas School of Law. He has numerous accomplishments
including appointment by Governor Clements to serve on
the Texas Water Commission, the predecessor of TCEQ.
He has been assisting the District in every facet of the
District’s creation and development since 2003. Mr. Stover
has played an integral part in the development of the
District’s Rules and Management Plan as well as guiding
the District through the Desired Future Conditions process.
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Statement from the General Manager
2013 was a much better year for the majority of Texas in
regard to water issues. Almost all areas of the state saw at
least some relief from the intense drought conditions that
have been plaguing the area for the past several years.
That being said, on January 16, 2014 Governor Perry
renewed his 2011 drought disaster proclamation; the
proclamation includes 120 counties. We here in the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District have
seen two consecutive years now of near normal
precipitation. Locally we receive on average approximately
54 inches of precipitation; the average is slightly higher in
the northwest portion of the District, at around 58 inches.
Although most negative impacts of the 2010 – 2011
drought are no longer visibly evident, due to the severity of
the drought and the reduction of annual precipitation over a
three year period of nearly 60 inches in some areas, it will still be some time before full
recovery from the 2010 – 2011 drought.
The Texas Legislators were at work during the first part of the year. This session was
not expected to be a “water session”; however, there were a significant number of
water, and specifically groundwater, related bills filed this session. Many of them
controversial and beneficial to a very focused group of individuals/industries. For
example, there were no less than 3 bills filed relating to “brackish groundwater”, that as
initially introduced would have given unlimited and essentially un-regulated access to
that class of groundwater.
A very beneficial bill that was passed by the legislators was H.B. 4 which created the
State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (“SWIFT”). A related bill allowed for a
Texas Constitutional Amendment to be put on the November ballot which, after being
passed, allotted 2 billion dollars from the Economic Stabilization Fund (also known as
the Rainy Day Fund) to be put into the SWIFT account. The SWIFT account was set up
in such a way that it can only be used for water infrastructure projects within the state.
It is meant to assist in funding large projects by allowing loan points to be bought,
lowering interest rates, as well as buying deferment time. This will allow large, long
term projects to begin (which in some case may not be complete for a decade or more)
without the borrower having to begin repayment of the loan until such time as the
project is complete.
Now, closer to home, 2013 was a very quiet year for the Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District. Only one Non-Exempt permit was applied for, and due to the fact
that it was for the replacement of an existing municipal well, was issued without contest.
Additionally, Exempt well registrations were down to the lowest the District has seen
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Statement from the General Manager
since prior to 2008. Only 288 exempt wells were registered this year, just shy of 10%
fewer than 2012, and nearly 37% fewer than 2011.
In 2013 the District took additional steps to get more information out to the public
regarding groundwater use and protection. At the beginning of year the District began
mailing three informative fliers to the owners of newly registered wells that included:
“Water Conserving Tips”, “Conserving Water Indoors”, and “Conserving Water
Outdoors”. These pamphlets provide information on how best to utilize, save, and
waste less water. These pamphlets have also been made available electronically on
the District’s website. Additionally, the District began including an informative pamphlet
on the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District itself. This pamphlet
provides basic information on many of the District’s activities as well as some “Best
Management Practices” for your water well.
Similarly, the District added a new webpage to its website, “Source Water Protection” to
provide the public with more information on how to protect the groundwater. This page
is aimed at not necessarily conserving water, but on protecting the quality of it.
Protecting our source of groundwater is as important, if not more so, that conserving it.
This page provides information on the most common ways that groundwater is
contaminated as well as what can be done to prevent it. The page also includes a link
to the Earth911 website. This website is designed to help find nearby locations that
properly dispose of hazardous materials, thereby preventing accidental contamination.
In addition to providing more information to the public, for the second year in a row, the
District sent board members to the Texas Alliance of Groundwater District’s “Texas
Groundwater Summit”. The three day Summit was held in San Marcos and was
attended by myself as well as Directors Charles Zimmerman and Robyn Summerlin.
The Summit is a comprehensive educational event aimed at all groundwater
stakeholders, with topics that range from groundwater conservation district basics to the
latest scientific advancements related to groundwater. Keynote speakers at the event
included Dr. Robert Mace, Deputy Executive Director of the Texas Water Development
Board, Commissioner Todd Stapes, and Senator Troy Fraser.
The District also continues to play an active role in the long range planning of our
groundwater resource. This is done by being an active member of Groundwater
Management Area 14, as well as the East Texas Regional Water Planning Group. Both
of the groups are crucial elements in the creation of the State Water Plan. Although
here in the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District we don’t typically have
the same water related pressures that the majority of the state does, a continued role in
planning is crucial in the effort to make sure that our groundwater remains the incredible
resource that it is today.
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Goal 4.1
Providing the Most Efficient Use of Groundwater
Objective
1.
Each year, the District will require all new exempt or permitted wells that are
constructed within the boundaries of the District to be registered or permitted with
the District in accordance with the District’s Rules.
Performance Standard
1.
The number of exempt and non-exempt wells registered or permitted by the
District for the year will be incorporated into the District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
The District enters all registered and permitted wells into its ArcView Database. This
database not only provides the District with the number and type of wells being drilled,
but also their specific locations. The tables below show a breakdown of the number of
new wells registered and/or permitted by county and type, followed by two tables with
totals for the entire District.
Also attached are ArcView GIS maps and spreadsheets broken out by county. These
maps show the location of each well drilled or permitted in 2012 and the spreadsheets
provide information regarding these wells.
Jasper County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas Related
Non-Exempt Wells – Industrial / Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL DRILLED
Newton County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas Related
Non-Exempt Wells – Industrial / Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL DRILLED
Number of Wells - 2013
72
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8
0
1
87
Number of Wells - 2013
24
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0
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36
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Goal 4.1
Hardin County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL DRILLED
Tyler County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL DRILLED
Number of Wells - 2013
87
7
6
0
0
100
Number of Wells - 2013
47
2
11
0
0
60
DISTRICT WIDE TOTALS
Total
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL DRILLED
Number of Wells - 2012
230
19
33
0
1
283
TOTAL EXEMPT-REGISTERED / NON-EXEMPT-PERMITTED
Total
Exempt/Registered Wells
Non Exempt/Permitted Wells
Number of Wells - 2012
282
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Goal 4.1
Registered & Permitted Wells
Annual Comparison 2008 – 2013
Jasper County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas
Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non-Exempt – Public Water Supply
TOTAL REGISTERED/PERMITTED
Newton County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas
Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non-Exempt – Public Water Supply
TOTAL REGISTERED/PERMITTED
Hardin County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas
Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non-Exempt – Public Water Supply
TOTAL REGISTERED/PERMITTED
Tyler County
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells - Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas
Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL REGISTERED/PERMITTED
2013
72
6
8
2012
88
7
10
2011
91
13
11
2010
109
5
16
2009
91
5
13
2008
64
12
21
1
0
2
0
0
3
0
0
1
0
0
3
87
107
118
130
110
100
2013
24
4
8
2012
32
2
9
2011
37
2
10
2010
71
1
4
2009
33
1
5
2008
35
0
6
0
0
0
0
2
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
36
43
51
78
39
41
2013
87
7
6
2012
64
7
6
2011
99
18
23
2010
67
6
8
2009
88
6
12
2008
53
0
28
0
2
0
2
0
0
1
0
0
3
1
100
79
142
82
106
85
2013
47
2
11
2012
60
3
24
2011
102
6
27
2010
59
6
21
2009
57
0
11
2008
39
0
45
0
0
0
0
5
1
1
0
0
2
0
1
60
87
141
87
70
85
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Goal 4.1
DISTRICT WIDE TOTALS
Total
Exempt/Registered Wells - Domestic
Exempt/Registered Wells Other
Exempt/Registered Wells - Oil and Gas
Related
Non Exempt Wells – Industrial/Commercial
Non Exempt Wells – Public Water Supply
TOTAL REGISTERED/PERMITTED
2013
230
19
33
2012
244
19
49
2011
329
39
71
2010
306
18
49
2009
269
12
41
2008
191
12
100
0
1
4
0
9
4
3
1
1
2
3
5
283
316
452
377
325
311
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J & S Water Wells
J & S Water Wells
B & L Water Well Service
B & L Water Well Service
B&L Water Well Service
LTW Services
B & L Water Well Service
B & L Water Well Service
George Bellenger
B&L Water Well Service
DRILLER NAME
Vance Jordan
Tomas Salinas
Tomas Salinas
Harry Bryson
Harry Bryson
Harry Bryson
C. Linkenholder
Harry Bryson
Harry Bryson
Mitch Turk
Harry Bryson
DATE DRILLED
01/17/2013
02/27/2013
02/26/2013
01/31/2013
02/13/2013
10/11/2013
08/15/2013
01/30/2013
02/13/2013
06/01/2013
04/26/2013
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Goal 4.2
Controlling and Preventing the Waste of Groundwater in the District
Objectives
1.
Each year, the District will make an evaluation of the District Rules to determine
whether any amendments are recommended to decrease the amount of waste of
groundwater within the District.
2.
Each year, the District will provide information to the public on eliminating and
reducing wasteful practices in the use of groundwater by posting an article on
groundwater waste reduction on the District’s website.
Performance Standard
1.
The District will include a discussion of the annual evaluation of the District Rules
and the determination of whether any amendments to the rules are
recommended to prevent the waste of groundwater in the District’s Annual
Report.
2.
Each year, a copy of the information provided in the groundwater waste reduction
article on the District’s website will be included in the District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
Attached are copies of the minutes of the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation
District’s January 10, 2013 (item 8), and November 14, 2013 (item 7) board meetings at
which potential rule changes were discussed; specifically considering any changes that
would reduce the amount of waste of groundwater within the District. After lengthy
discussions and evaluation of the District’s Rules at the January 10, 2013 meeting, no
actions regarding any rule changes were taken; however, many rule changes were
discussed at the November 14, 2013 meeting at which the Board specifically requested
more information and proposed language. Of these rule changes to be considered,
none of them are specifically related to the “waste of groundwater”.
OBJECTIVE 2
Copies of the Summer and Winter 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletters are
attached as Appendix A (Tab 12) of this report. The newsletters contain “Conservation
Corner” which provides information on water conservation and waste reduction
practices.
Additionally, in 2013 the District began mailing three informative water conservation
pamphlets to all newly registered well owners. These pamphlets are designed by Texas
Water Development Board in conjunction with its Water IQ program. The pamphlets
have also been made available in electronic format on the District’s website.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
OUTDOOR TIPS
One inch of water per week in the summer will keep
most Texas grasses healthy. To determine how long
you should run your sprinklers, place straight-edged
cans at different distances away from the sprinkler
and time how long it takes to fill an average of 1 inch
of water in each can.
Don’t abuse the benefits of an automatic sprinkler
system by over-watering. Set it to provide thorough
but infrequent watering. Check sprinkler heads
regularly to make sure they are working properly.
Install rain shut-off devices and adjust sprinklers to
eliminate coverage on pavement.
Prevent evaporation of water. Water lawns early in
the morning or in the evening during the hotter
summer months. Never water on windy days. Use
drip irrigation systems for bedded plants, trees, or
shrubs and use low-angle sprinklers for lawns. Cover
pools and spas. This can save the equivalent of your
pool volume each year!
Plant water-efficient, well-adapted, and/or native
shrubs, trees, and grasses. Choose plants that are
drought and heat tolerant and can survive the
minimum winter temperatures in your area. In
odd-shaped areas, use drought-tolerant groundcover
instead of grass. Many cities provide lists of waterefficient plants.
WATER
CONSERVING
TIPS
Keep grass 3 inches tall during the summer and
don’t cut more than one-third of its length at one
time. Don’t scalp lawns when mowing during hot
weather. Taller grass holds moisture better. Leave
lawn clippings on the lawn instead of bagging.
Use lots of mulch around your shrubs and trees. It
will retain moisture, reduce run-off, moderate soil
temperatures, and help with weed control.
Don’t over-fertilize! Get a soil kit to determine what
nutrients your soil needs. If you apply fertilizer only
in the spring and fall, your grass will be healthy, use
less water, and require less mowing.
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Use a car wash that recycles water. If you are washing
your car at home, use a bucket of soapy water and a
hose nozzle that shuts off the water while you scrub.
www.wateriq.org
Visit the following Web site
for additional information.
www.epa.gov/watersense
Harvest the rain. Buy a rain barrel or a cistern and
collect the water from your gutters to water your
plants.
With the vastness of Texas, it’s easy to forget two
important facts about our state: we are subject
to frequent droughts, and our population is
projected to double in the next 50 years. The cost of
developing new or additional supplies in that same
time period is estimated to be $30.7 billion.
Use your water efficiently. Don’t waste water by
cleaning patios or sidewalks with it; use a broom.
For plants that need more water, use a hose or
watering can to give them additional water.
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USING WATER MORE EFFICIENTLY will
not only save money but, more importantly, will also
help protect the quality of life of future Texans.
To ensure that we have enough cost-effective water
for current and future Texans, we need to reduce the
amount of water we waste.
POSSIBLE WATER SAVINGS
INDOOR TIPS
Kitchen
Additional tips
n High-efficiency toilets, water-efficient washing
Bathroom
n Run the dishwasher only when full. This practice
n Don’t ignore leaky faucets; they are usually easy
n Install faucet aerators. You’ll never notice
n Know where your master water shut-off valve is
n Keep a container of water in the refrigerator. It will
n Install water-softening systems only when
machines, rainwater harvesting systems, and
water-efficient landscaping can all help reduce
water use.
n Water-efficient showerheads and aerators for
faucets can significantly reduce the amount of
water you use. In fact, installing a water-efficient
showerhead is one of the most effective watersaving steps you can take inside your house.
n Leaky faucets and toilets can waste thousands of
gallons of water monthly, and they are inexpensive
to fix. A few small changes in your water use habits
can make a huge difference in water savings.
n In the summer, outdoor water use can account for
50 percent or more of total water use. With proper
management, you can have a beautiful, healthy
landscape and reduce your water use significantly.
This can amount to hundreds of dollars in savings
a year in water and often wastewater costs.
n Replace your showerhead with a water-efficient
model.
n Get in the shower as soon as the water becomes
warm enough.
n Take short showers.
n Take a shower instead of a bath. A shower with a
water-efficient showerhead often uses less water
than a bath.
n Reduce the level of water used in a bathtub by 1 or
2 inches if a shower is not available.
n Turn off the water while you are shaving. Fill the
sink with hot water instead of letting the water run
continuously.
n Replace your old toilet with a high-efficiency
toilet that uses 1.3 gallons per flush.
n Test toilets for leaks. Once in awhile, take the
top off of your toilet tank and watch it flush. Do
you notice any leaks? Yes? Replace the flapper
or rubber washer. Don’t forget about those less
obvious leaks. Add a few drops of food coloring
or a dye tablet to the water in the tank, but do not
flush the toilet. If the coloring appears in the bowl
within a few minutes, the toilet has a leak that
needs to be repaired.
n Never use the toilet to dispose of trash.
n Don’t waste water when brushing your teeth or
washing your hands. Shut off the water until it’s
time to rinse.
will save water, energy, detergent, and money. If
your dishes are not very dirty, use the short wash
cycle. You can spend less money on water and
energy by installing a high-efficiency dishwasher.
the difference, and you’ll cut your sink water
consumption in half! Also, don’t ignore leaky
faucets; they waste lots of water.
be refreshingly cool and won’t waste water.
n Dry scrape dishes instead of rinsing. Your
dishwasher will take care of the rest.
n Use garbage disposals sparingly. They can waste
water unnecessarily.
n Soak pans rather than scrubbing them while the
water is running.
n Rinse your vegetables in a pan of cold water; it
doesn’t take gallons of water to get the dirt off.
Laundry room
n Conventional washing machines use 32 to 59
gallons of water per load.
n Wash only full loads.
n Use the lowest water level setting on the washing
machine for light or partial loads whenever
possible.
n Use cold water as often as possible to save energy
and conserve hot water for uses that cold water
cannot serve.
and inexpensive to repair. Turn off the valve under
the sink until you get around to repairing the leak.
A slow drip can waste as much as 170 gallons of
water each day and will add to the water bill.
in case a pipe bursts. Insulate hot water pipes. You
won’t waste water waiting for it to get hot, and you
will save energy too.
necessary, and if you have one, save water and salt
by running the minimum amount of regenerations
necessary to maintain water softness.
n Replace water-to-air heat pumps and air
conditioners with air-to-air if you are purchasing
new units. They are just as efficient and do not
waste water.
n Find other uses for water rather than letting it go
down the drain, such as watering house plants
with fish tank water.
PRACTICE GOOD WATER-USE
HABITS
Kitchen
n Run the dishwasher with a full load to save water,
energy, detergent, and money.
n Use the dishwasher’s short wash cycle if your
dishes are only lightly soiled.
n Dry scrape dishes instead of rinsing them and
do not pre-rinse dishes if you are using the
dishwasher.
n Fill a basin or the sink with soapy water instead of
letting the water run continuously when washing
dishes by hand. Soak pans rather than scrubbing
them while the water is running.
n Rinse produce in a pan of cold water instead of
CONSERVING
WATER
INDOORS
Bathroom
n Don’t use your toilet as a trash can for paper and
facial tissues.
n Turn the water off when you aren’t using it.
n Run water just to wet and rinse the toothbrush
instead of allowing the water to run while
brushing your teeth.
n Apply the same idea when washing your hands.
n Use only as much water as you really need.
n Take shorter showers instead of a bath.
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n Use water-efficient showerheads, which often use
less water than a bath.
n Turn off the water while you are shampooing
your hair.
letting the water run.
n Transfer frozen foods to the refrigerator to defrost
the night before you need them instead of letting
water run over them.
n Keep a container of water in the refrigerator rather
than running tap water until it is cool enough to
drink.
n Limit the use of garbage disposals and consider
composting.
www.wateriq.org
Visit the following Web site
for additional information.
www.epa.gov/watersense
Laundry room
YOU CAN EASILY SAVE a minimum of
20 gallons per day just by installing water-efficient
fixtures and reducing leaks.
n Wash only full loads.
n Match the load setting with the amount of laundry
to be washed if you must wash partial loads.
n Use the shortest wash cycle for lightly soiled loads
as it uses less water than other cycles.
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Per capita water use in Texas averages 164 gallons per
person per day. By adopting water-saving measures,
you can reduce that amount and save money. Making
a habit of conservation makes sense. It protects the
water resources of both current and future Texans.
INSTALL WATER-EFFICIENT
APPLIANCES
Toilets: Toilets are by far the main source of water
Check toilet parts regularly. Replace worn parts with
good quality parts as necessary, and retest to make
sure the leak has been fixed.
Sinks: Installing faucet aerators on sinks is a simple,
cost-effective way to save water. The faucet’s
efficiency can double without sacrificing
performance. Aerators are inexpensive and do not
require special adapters.
flush the toilet nearly 140,000 times. If you install
a high-efficiency toilet, you can save 4,000 gallons
per year.
Faucet leaks are usually caused by worn washers
or “O” rings (for a washerless faucet), which are
inexpensive and easily replaced. Note the faucet
brand and take the original part with you to a home
improvement center.
n Many local utilities offer rebates to replace old
toilets.
n Toilets are the single largest water user in a home.
A leaky toilet can waste 200 gallons of water per
day, and it is estimated that nearly 20 percent of all
toilets leak.
Washing Machines: When buying a washer, look
for a high-efficiency model that has adjustable
water levels for different load sizes. High-efficiency
washers use 35 to 55 percent less water and 50
percent less energy. They also require less detergent,
rinse more thoroughly, are less abrasive on clothes,
and can fit larger capacity loads in the same size
drum.
To determine if the toilet is leaking, take these steps:
n Remove the tank lid after the tank has stopped
filling.
n Check for a visible leak or to hear water running.
To find other, less obvious leaks, perform the
following test:
n Mix a few drops of food coloring or place a
n Wait about 10 minutes and if the dye appears in
the toilet bowl, the toilet has a silent leak.
DON’T WAIT TO FIX LEAKS!
Leaks could account for 10 percent or more of your
water bill and waste both water and energy.
The water meter can be used to check for invisible or
unnoticed leaks.
n Turn off all faucets and water-using appliances.
n Over the course of your lifetime, you will likely
n Do not flush the toilet.
uses only 10–25 gallons. A full bathtub, however,
can require up to 70 gallons of water.
Installing a water efficient showerhead is one of the
single most effective water-saving steps you can take
inside your home.
use in the home, accounting for approximately 30
percent of indoor water use. They also happen to be
a major source of leaks and/or inefficiency. Under
state and federal law, toilets must not exceed 1.6
gallons per flush. High-efficiency toilets (HETs) go
beyond that standard and use less than 1.3 gallons
per flush.
dye capsule or tablet (available from home
improvement centers and many utilities) into the
water in the toilet tank.
Showers: Take shorter showers. A 5-minute shower
The average indoor use in a conserving
North American single-family home is 45.2 gallons
per capita per day, and in a nonconserving home
it is 69.3 gallons per capita per day.
Source: Handbook of Water Use and Conservation, 2001.
Dishwashers: High-efficiency dishwashers use a
maximum of 7 gallons per load, but some use as
little as 4.5 gallons. Replacing an older model with
a water-efficient model could cut dishwasher water
use in half. Look for energy efficiency features to
cut costs even more.
n Read the dial on the water meter and record the
reading. (It is often located along the property line
near the street.)
n Recheck the meter after 15 to 20 minutes.
If no water has been used and the reading has
changed, a leak is occurring somewhere in the
plumbing system. The services of a plumber or
trained water utility employee are often required to
locate and fix these invisible leaks.
WATER-WISE IRRIGATION
EQUIPMENT
What is the most efficient irrigation system
for nonturf areas?
Drip irrigation. It is the most efficient method of
watering bedded plants, trees, or shrubs. Soaker
hoses are an easy and inexpensive alternative to drip
irrigation.
What type of sprinkler should I use for
the lawn?
One that produces large drops of water close to the
ground. Don’t use a sprinkler that produces a mist or
fine spray. Use a timer so you don’t forget to turn the
sprinkler off.
How should I manage my automatic sprinkler
system for water efficiency?
Adjust the settings as needed. Don’t just set it in the
spring and leave it on all season. Automatic sprinkler
systems provide an efficient method of watering
lawns. Their controllers use timers to turn off the
system when a measured amount of water is used,
and rain shut-off devices prevent watering in the rain.
Not all plants have the same watering requirements.
Reduce the run time of sprinklers on shrubs, which
may not need as much water as grass. Shady areas
may not need as much water either. Contact a
professional landscape irrigation specialist for a
maintenance check.
Repair or replace broken heads, valves, seals, and
pipes. Once a month, run the sprinklers for a short
time on each cycle while you are at home to make
sure they are working properly.
What features should I look for in an
automatic sprinkler system?
Options that will help you save water. The controller
of new sprinkler systems should have these features:
n a multiple scheduling option
n a rain shut-off device
n a water budget feature (which allows percentage
adjustments without having to reprogram)
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Development Board
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P.O. Box 13231
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n test functions
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Visit the following Web site
for additional information.
www.epa.gov/watersense
IN THE SUMMER, outdoor water use can
account for 50 to 80 percent of home water use.
What maintenance is required for my
automatic sprinkler system?
Check sprinkler heads regularly. Remove dirt or
debris that may be clogging the nozzle and make
sure the heads are working at the proper pressure
and not leaking.
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CONSERVING
WATER
OUTDOORS
Texans must use their precious water resources more
efficiently, or we will have longer, more frequent
water shortages, especially during droughts and hot
Texas summers. Much of the water used outdoors
is wasted through inefficient landscape watering
practices. By reducing the amount of water we waste,
we will save money and protect the quality of life of
future Texans.
WATER-WISE
CONSERVATION STEPS
Many Texas water utilities charge higher rates during
the summer or increase rates in increments based on
use. Reducing your outdoor water use by following
these steps can produce substantial savings in your
water bill:
n Determine how much water your landscape needs
to stay healthy.
n Use water-efficient landscape practices, such
as proper mowing, mulching, and moderate
fertilizing.
n Design a water-efficient landscape by planting
drought-tolerant grass and choosing plants that are
native or well adapted to the climate conditions in
your area.
WATER-WISE LANDSCAPE
How often should I water?
Only when needed. One inch of water once a week
should be sufficient to keep most Texas lawns
healthy.
Proper watering will help grass and shrubs develop
deep roots (it is especially important to start this
during the spring when root growth is at its peak).
Over-watered turf will have a short root system and
will not be drought tolerant. By slowly adjusting to
successively longer periods between waterings, the
turf can grow deeper roots and become drought
tolerant.
What time of day should I water?
Early morning or late evening during hot summer
months. Otherwise, the water can simply evaporate
between the sprinkler and grass.
What should I water?
Only your plants. Don’t water the sidewalks and
driveways. Use a broom to sweep debris away.
n Place mulch directly on the soil or weed barrier
How can I use rainwater?
Harvest it. Funnel the water from your gutters
into a barrel or cistern and save it for a sunny day.
Rainwater is free and better for your plants because
it doesn’t contain hard minerals.
n Apply a thin layer of compost to the lawn. It
WATER-WISE LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE
When should I mow?
Only when the grass is dry. And don’t cut more than
one-third of its length at one time. Taller grass holds
moisture better, encourages deeper root growth, and
is less susceptible to browning. Keep grass 3 inches
tall during the summer (taller than 3 inches stresses
the grass).
What should I do with my grass clippings?
Mulch or compost them. Grass clippings break
down quickly and provide valuable nutrients.
How can I conserve soil moisture?
Use lots of mulch. It will make your shrubs and
young trees more tolerant to the scorching Texas
heat.
n 1 to 3 inches of mulch
• retains moisture
• reduces runoff
• helps moderate soil temperatures
• aids in root development
• reduces erosion
• slows weed growth
• prevents soil compaction
• makes your landscape beautiful
fabric that can “breathe.” Avoid using sheet plastic
in planting areas.
functions like mulch, increases organic content,
and protects grass roots.
What should I know about fertilizing?
Apply fertilizer in the spring and fall. It helps
develop good root systems to keep your grass more
drought tolerant.
Don’t overfertilize because it can run off and pollute
local waterways. Too much fertilizer will also
increase the grass’s need for water. Contact your
County AgriLife Extension Service or local nursery
professional for a soil kit and recommendations for
fertilizer.
How else can I improve my landscape?
Improve the soil. If the soil is rocky, sandy, shallow,
heavy clay, or has little organic matter, it can be
improved by adding several inches of high quality
loam soil and 2 to 3 inches of organic matter such as
mulch or compost.
High quality soil helps reduce irrigation needs by
retaining water better when added to sandy and clay
soils. Unless the soil is damaged or depleted, native
and well-adapted plants may not require imported
soil. Aerate the lawn once a year. Weed the lawn
and garden as needed. Weeds rob plants of valuable
water.
How else can I minimize water use?
Don’t forget your pools, spas, and fountains.
n Cover pools and spas when not in use to lessen
evaporation.
n Backwash your filter only as necessary.
n Turn off decorative fountains on windy days and
during drought.
DESIGN A WATER-WISE
LANDSCAPE
Plant water-efficient, well-adapted, and/or native
shrubs and trees. Bermuda, buffalo, and zoysia
are drought-tolerant grasses. Choose plants that
are drought tolerant (or at least have low water
requirements) and heat tolerant and can survive the
minimum winter temperatures in your local area.
Native plants are also more resistant to diseases and
pests.
Put drought-tolerant groundcover instead of grass in
areas that are narrow, small, sloping, odd-shaped, or
close to pavement. Limit turf areas to those needed
for practical uses.
Contact your County AgriLife Extension Agent,
your water-wise landscape professional, or your
city or water supplier for recommendations of
water-efficient plants that are adapted to your area
of the state and additional information on efficient
landscape water use.
Goal 4.3
Controlling and Preventing Subsidence
Objectives
4.3
Objective - At this time, there are no known occurrences of subsidence within the
District. The District proactively strives to prevent subsidence from occurring by
applying its Rules, meeting the goals of its Management Plan, as well as
participating in joint planning efforts in both GMA 14 and the Region I Water
Planning Group. By continuing all of the above mentioned efforts and actively
planning for the responsible use of its groundwater resources, the prevention of
subsidence is inherent in the overall management of the District.
Performance Standard
4.3
Performance Standard – Any reported subsidence shall be included in the
District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
At the time of this report, no known instances of subsidence are occurring within the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District.
Additionally, Groundwater
Management Area 14 (“GMA 14”) is considering the use and adoption of a new
groundwater availability model known as the Houston Area Groundwater Model. This
model will include an improved subsidence module that will assist the District in
forecasting potential subsidence issues.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
Goal 4.4
Addressing Conjunctive Surface Water Management Issues
Objective
1.
The District will coordinate conjunctive surface water issues with the Angelina
and Neches River Authority (ANRA), Lower Neches Valley Authority (LNVA), and
the Sabine River Authority (SRA) through the East Texas Regional Water
Planning Group, Region I, by inviting the officials from the Planning Group to
attend a District meeting at least once a year.
Performance Standard
1.
A copy of the letters to the surface water providers, as well as evidence that the
letters have been sent, either via U.S. Postal Service (registered/return receipt)
or email, will be included in the District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
Attached are copies of the August 7, 2013 letters to the Region I Water Planning Group,
the Angelina and Neches River Authority, the Lower Neches Valley Authority and the
Sabine River Authority.
In addition to the annual letter inviting these surface water entities to the Southeast
Texas Groundwater Conservation District’s meetings, they are also provided with
monthly meeting notices/agendas.
To more successfully jointly plan for future water use within the District and in Southeast
Texas, the District also attends and participates in two other regional water planning
groups: Region I Water Planning Group, and Groundwater Management Area 14. The
tables below show each water planning group, the date of the meeting and the District’s
representatives in attendance. Also attached are the agenda/meeting notices for each
meeting attended. The District has had a representative in attendance at all of the GMA
14 meetings in 2013, however, due to both entities scheduling a meeting on May 22,
2013 only one of the two Region I Water Planning Group meetings was attended.
Region I Water Planning Group
August 8, 2013
Groundwater Management Area 14
May 22, 2013
June 26, 2013
September 18, 2013
Attendees
John Martin
Attendees
John Martin
John Martin
John Martin
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
MITCH MCMILLON
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
ROBYN SUMMERLIN
M. CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
August 7, 2013
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
Region I ETRWPG
Attn: Lila Fuller
C/O City of Nacogdoches
P.O. Box 635030
Nacogdoches, TX 75963
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Dear Lila,
I hope this letter finds you well. As I am sure you are familiar with by now, per requirement 4.4 of the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District’s Management Plan, the District is required to
coordinate conjunctive surface water issues with our local surface water providers. To meet that goal, the
Management Plan requires that we invite our local surface water providers to our district board meetings
at least once a year. Please allow this letter to stand as an open invitation to all of the Region I Water
Planning Group members to attend the District’s monthly board meetings.
Our meetings are held at the Jasper Newton Electric Cooperative located at 812 S. Margaret Avenue in
Kirbyville, TX on the second Thursday of each month, except in August and December. Typically the
meetings begin at 10:00 a.m. but occasionally begin earlier if a public hearing is being held or if the
agenda is lengthy.
In addition to the annual invitation you can also find the District’s meeting notices/agendas on the
District’s website, www.setgcd.org, usually one week prior to the meeting date.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, TX 75951
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
MITCH MCMILLON
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
ROBYN SUMMERLIN
M. CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
August 7, 2013
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
Kelley Holcomb, General Manager
Angelina & Neches River Authority
P.O. Box 387
Lufkin, TX 75902
VIA USPS Certified / Return Receipt Requested, item # 7010-1670-0002-2968-5756
Dear Kelley,
I hope this letter finds you well. As I am sure you are familiar with by now, per requirement 4.4 of the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District’s Management Plan, the District is required to
coordinate conjunctive surface water issues with our local surface water providers. To meet that goal, the
Management Plan requires that we invite our local surface water providers to our district board meetings
at least once a year. Please allow this letter to stand as an open invitation to you, as well as any and all
members of your staff.
Our meetings are held at the Jasper Newton Electric Cooperative located at 812 S. Margaret Avenue in
Kirbyville, TX on the second Thursday of each month, except in August and December. Typically the
meetings begin at 10:00 a.m. but occasionally begin earlier if a public hearing is being held or if the
agenda is lengthy.
As previously discussed, I will continue directing our monthly agendas/notices to Ms. Lori Hamilton,
Operations Division Manager. You can also find the District’s meeting notices/agendas on the District’s
website, www.setgcd.org, usually one week prior to the meeting date.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, TX 75951
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
MITCH MCMILLON
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
ROBYN SUMMERLIN
M. CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
August 7, 2013
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
Scott Hall, General Manager
Lower Neches Valley Authority
P.O. Box 5117
Beaumont, TX 77726-5117
VIA USPS Certified / Return Receipt Requested, item # 7010-1670-0002-2968-5763
Dear Scott,
I hope this letter finds you well. As I am sure you are familiar with by now, per requirement 4.4 of the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District’s Management Plan, the District is required to
coordinate conjunctive surface water issues with our local surface water providers. To meet that goal, the
Management Plan requires that we invite our local surface water providers to our district board meetings
at least once a year. Please allow this letter to stand as an open invitation to you, as well as any and all
members of your staff, to attend the District’s monthly board meetings.
Our meetings are held at the Jasper Newton Electric Cooperative located at 812 S. Margaret Avenue in
Kirbyville, TX on the second Thursday of each month, except in August and December. Typically the
meetings begin at 10:00 a.m. but occasionally begin earlier if a public hearing is being held or if the
agenda is lengthy.
In addition to the annual invitation I will continue to provide you with the District’s monthly meeting
notice/agenda. You can also find the District’s meeting notices/agendas on the District’s website,
www.setgcd.org, usually one week prior to the meeting date.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, TX 75951
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
MITCH MCMILLON
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
ROBYN SUMMERLIN
M. CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
August 7, 2013
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
Jerry Clark, General Manger
Sabine River Authority
P.O. Box 579
Orange, TX 77631-0579
VIA USPS Certified / Return Receipt Requested, item # 7010-1670-0002-2969-4963
Dear Jerry,
I hope this letter finds you well. As I am sure you are familiar with by now, per requirement 4.4 of the
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District’s Management Plan, the District is required to
coordinate conjunctive surface water issues with our local surface water providers. To meet that goal, the
Management Plan requires that we invite our local surface water providers to our district board meetings
at least once a year. Please allow this letter to stand as an open invitation to you, as well as any and all of
your staff, to attend the District’s monthly board meetings.
Our meetings are held at the Jasper Newton Electric Cooperative located at 812 S. Margaret Avenue in
Kirbyville, TX on the second Thursday of each month, except in August and December. Typically the
meetings begin at 10:00 a.m. but occasionally begin earlier if a public hearing is being held or if the
agenda is lengthy.
In addition to the annual invitation I will continue to provide you with the District’s monthly meeting
notice/agenda. You can also find the District’s meeting notices/agendas on the District’s website,
www.setgcd.org, usually one week prior to the meeting date.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, TX 75951
P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 14 JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE OF OPEN MEETING
As required by Section 36.108(e), Texas Water Code, a meeting of the Groundwater Management Area 14
Joint Planning Committee, comprised of representatives from the following groundwater conservation districts
located wholly or partially within Groundwater Management Area 14: Bluebonnet GCD, Brazoria County GCD,
Brazos Valley GCD, Lone Star GCD, Lower Trinity GCD, and Southeast Texas GCD will be held on Wednesday,
May 22, 2013, at 10:00 am at the offices of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, located at 655
Conroe Park North, Conroe, Texas 77303.
At this meeting, the following business may be considered and recommended for Joint Planning Committee
possible action:
1. Call to order
2. Welcome and Introductions
3. Public Comment
(Public comment is limited to a maximum of 5 minutes per speaker and/or 30 minutes total for all speakers)
4. Receipt of Posted Notices
5. Discussion and possible action to approve minutes of April 24, 2013 GMA 14 Joint Planning Meeting.
6. Presentation of information from the Texas Water Development Board and discussion of items of interst to
the GMA
7. Presentation and Discussion by Districts of recent activities of interest to or impacting the GMA 14 planning
group.
Meeting will be convened as a meeting of the GMA 14 Joint Planning Interlocal Agreement Participants.
8. GMA 14 Interlocal Agreements Financial Report
9. Discussion and possible action to approve action plan for GMA 14 to reach statutory mandates
a. Discuss and take possible action to approve Interlocal Agreement Related to Joint Planning in
GMA 14 including discussion of funding availability from each entity proposed to be a participant in
the agreement.
b. Discuss, consider and take possible action on the procurement of professional services to support
the development of desired future conditions during the current joint-planning effort in GMA 14 as
required by Texas Water Code 26.108 and presentation of proposed scope of services
GMA 14 Interlocal Agreement Participants meeting will be adjourned
10. Legislative update - SB 1282 (DFC extension bill voted out of House 5/7/13)
11. Discussion of next meeting date, location, and agenda items.
12. Adjourn
GMA 14 Planning Group
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05/22/13 Agenda
Further information, questions, or comments concerning any aspect of this meeting should be directed to Mr. Paul
R. Nelson of Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, 655 Conroe Park North Drive, Conroe, TX 77303;
pnelson@lonestargcd.org, or (936) 494-3436.
Come to hand and posted on a Bulletin Board in the Courthouse, _______________ County, Texas, on this, the
______ day of May, 2013 at ______.m.
______/s/ Kathy Turner Jones___________________
Kathy Turner Jones, Chairman
GMA 14 Planning Group
__________________, Deputy Clerk
_________________ County, Texas
GMA 14 Planning Group
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05/22/13 Agenda
GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 14 JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE OF OPEN MEETING
As required by Section 36.108(e), Texas Water Code, a meeting of the Groundwater Management Area 14
Joint Planning Committee, comprised of representatives from the following groundwater conservation districts
located wholly or partially within Groundwater Management Area 14: Bluebonnet GCD, Brazoria County GCD,
Brazos Valley GCD, Lone Star GCD, Lower Trinity GCD, and Southeast Texas GCD will be held on Wednesday,
June 26, 2013, at 10:00 am at the offices of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, located at 655
Conroe Park North, Conroe, Texas 77303.
At this meeting, the following business may be considered and recommended for Joint Planning Committee
possible action:
1. Call to order
2. Welcome and Introductions
3. Public Comment
(Public comment is limited to a maximum of 5 minutes per speaker and/or 30 minutes total for all speakers)
4. Receipt of Posted Notices
5. Discussion and possible action to approve minutes of May 22, 2013 GMA 14 Joint Planning Meeting.
6. Presentation of information from the Texas Water Development Board and discussion of items of interest
to the GMA
7. Presentation and Discussion by Districts of recent activities of interest to or impacting the GMA 14 planning
group.
8. Discuss and take possible action on the filling of the currently vacant position of Secretary of the Joint
Planning Committee.
Meeting will be convened as a meeting of the GMA 14 Joint Planning Interlocal Agreement Participants.
9. Discuss funding levels, participation, and any other aspects of the Interlocal Agreement and take possible
action(s).
10. Technical presentation on existing draft Northern Gulf Coast Groundwater Availability Model, including
projections of drawdown and pumping through 2070.
11. Presentation, discussion, and consideration of a model output from the existing draft Northern Gulf Coast
Groundwater Availability Model with respect to currently adopted Desired Future Conditions and estimates
of Modeled Available Groundwater throughout GMA 14, and the need for, if any, additional studies or
analysis to satisfy requirements of Texas Water Code 36.108(d).
GMA 14 Interlocal Agreement Participants meeting will be adjourned
12. Discussion of new legislation/statutes effecting districts
13. Discussion of next meeting date, location, and agenda items.
14. Adjourn
GMA 14 Planning Group Page | 1 06/26/13 Agenda Further information, questions, or comments concerning any aspect of this meeting should be directed to Mr. Paul
R. Nelson of Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, 655 Conroe Park North Drive, Conroe, TX 77303;
pnelson@lonestargcd.org, or (936) 494-3436.
Come to hand and posted on a Bulletin Board in the Courthouse, _______________ County, Texas, on this, the
______ day of June, 2013 at ______.m.
______/s/ Kathy Turner Jones___________________
Kathy Turner Jones, Chairman
GMA 14 Planning Group
__________________, Deputy Clerk
_________________ County, Texas
GMA 14 Planning Group Page | 2 06/26/13 Agenda GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 14 JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE OF OPEN MEETING
As required by Section 36.108(e), Texas Water Code, a meeting of the Groundwater Management Area 14
Joint Planning Committee, comprised of representatives from the following groundwater conservation districts
located wholly or partially within Groundwater Management Area 14: Bluebonnet GCD, Brazoria County GCD,
Brazos Valley GCD, Lone Star GCD, Lower Trinity GCD, and Southeast Texas GCD will be held on Wednesday,
September 18, 2013, at 9:00 am at the offices of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, located
at 655 Conroe Park North, Conroe, Texas 77303.
At this meeting, the following business may be considered and recommended for Joint Planning Committee
possible action:
1. Call to order
2. Welcome and Introductions
3. Public Comment
(Public comment is limited to a maximum of 5 minutes per speaker and/or 30 minutes total for all speakers)
4. Receipt of Posted Notices
5. Discussion and possible action to approve minutes of June 26, 2013 GMA 14 Joint Planning Meeting.
6. Presentation of information from the Texas Water Development Board and discussion of items of interest
to the GMA
7. Presentation and Discussion by Districts of recent activities of interest to or impacting the GMA 14 planning
group.
Meeting will be convened as a meeting of the GMA 14 Joint Planning Interlocal Agreement Participants.
8. Discuss funding levels, participation, and any other aspects of the Interlocal Agreement and take possible
action(s).
9. Briefing and consideration of updated GAM Run using pumping scenarios developed for GAM Run 10-023
and for the updated Northern Gulf Coast GAM.
10. Briefing and consideration of the impacts of proposed Desired Future Conditions on aquifer uses or
conditions, including conditions that differ substantially from one geographic area to another in Ground
Water Management Area 14 (as required by Texas Water Code 36.108 (d)(1).
11. Briefing and consideration of the impacts of proposed Desired Future Conditions on water supply needs
and water management strategies included in the 2012 Texas State Water Plan for Groundwater
Management Area 14 (as required by Texas Water Code 36.108 (d)(2).
GMA 14 Interlocal Agreement Participants meeting will be adjourned
12. Discussion of new legislation/statutes/rules affecting districts
13. Discussion of next meeting date, location, and agenda items.
14. Adjourn
GMA 14 Planning Group
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09/18/13 Agenda
Further information, questions, or comments concerning any aspect of this meeting should be directed to Mr. Paul
R. Nelson of Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, 655 Conroe Park North Drive, Conroe, TX 77303;
pnelson@lonestargcd.org, or (936) 494-3436.
Come to hand and posted on a Bulletin Board in the Courthouse, _______________ County, Texas, on this, the
______ day of September, 2013 at ______.m.
______/s/ Kathy Turner Jones___________________
Kathy Turner Jones, Chairman
GMA 14 Planning Group
__________________, Deputy Clerk
_________________ County, Texas
GMA 14 Planning Group
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09/18/13 Agenda
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AGENDA
Thursday, August 8, 2013, 10:00 am
Nacogdoches Recreation Center
1112 North Street
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Call to order - Kelley Holcomb, Chairman
Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call/Determination of Quorum
Consideration and approval of the minutes of the May 22, 2013 meeting
Report from City of Nacogdoches - Lila Fuller
Reports of adjoining regions activity (only as needed)
a. Region C - Mike Harbordt/Connie Standridge
b. Region D - Worth Whitehead/Vacant
c. Region H - David Alders/Steve Tyler
7. Reports from Standing Committees (only as needed)
a. Executive Committee - Kelley Holcomb
b. Finance Committee - Darla Smith
c. Bylaws Committee - David Alders
d. Technical Committee - Mike Harbordt
e. Nominations Committee – Monty Shank
8. Reports from other state agencies
a. Texas Department of Parks & Wildlife – Terry Stelly
b. Texas Department of Agriculture – Bill Hoppe
9. Report from Texas Water Development Board staff – Lann Bookout
a. Update on 2016 Regional Water Planning process
10. Report from consultant team – Rex Hunt/Alan Plummer Associates, Inc.
a. Review of schedule (remainder of 2013)
11. Educational Presentation: Presentation relating to the provisions of HB 4
12. Public Comment (limited to three minutes)
13. Unfinished Business
a. Consideration and Approval of a Process to Identify and Select Water Management Strategies – Rex
Hunt
14. New Business
a. Consideration of Recommendations from the Nominations Committee regarding Planning Group
Membership – Monty Shank
b. Consideration and approval of Municipal Population and Water Demand Projections for Water User
Groups in the East Texas Regional Water Planning Area – Rex Hunt
15. Chairman’s Report – Regional Chairs Conference Call from July 2, 2013
16. General discussion – Proposed dates for future meeting November 20, 2013
17. Adjourn
Lila Fuller, Administrative Contact
P. O. Box 635030, Nacogdoches, TX 75963-5030
Phone: 936-559-2504 Fax: 936-559-2912
Standing Committees
AGENDA
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Nacogdoches Recreation Center
1112 North Street
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
The Region I East Texas Regional Water Planning Group has four standing committees. These committees
function under the direction of the Region I East Texas Regional Water Planning Group as defined in the
approved By-Laws. Committee meetings are held on an as needed basis. These Committees are:
Executive Committee (no meeting)
Nominations Committee (meeting at 9:00 am)
1. Review and Discuss Nominations to the Planning Group
By-Laws Committee (no meeting)
Finance Committee (no meeting)
Technical Committee (meeting 9:00 am)
1. Discussion on population and water demand projections.
Lila Fuller, Administrative Contact
P. O. Box 635030, Nacogdoches, TX 75963-5030
Phone: 936-559-2504 Fax: 936-559-2912
Goal 4.5
Natural Resource Issues Affecting the Use and Availability of Groundwater or
Affected by the Use of Groundwater
This management goal is not applicable to the Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District.
This goal typically pertains to the mining industry. The Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District has little or no mining industries within the District. For this
reason, it is not necessary at this time for the Southeast Texas Groundwater
Conservation District to implement any management goals pertaining to natural
resource issues.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
Goal 4.6
Addressing Drought Conditions - Conservation is the only practice which is
practicable in the District.
Objectives
1.
The District will post an article at least annually, regarding drought conditions in
the District on the District’s website.
Performance Standard
1.
A copy of the article or articles posted on the District’s website regarding drought
conditions will be included in the District’s Annual Report.
OBEJECTIVE 1
Articles addressing drought were published in the Summer and Winter issues of the
SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter and posted on the District’s website (see Appendix
A – Tab 12).
The District’s website also includes an enhanced Drought Information page. Included
on this page are links to the Texas Drought Preparedness Council’s website with the
most up to date Statewide Drought Situation Reports. These reports give a concise
overview of current drought conditions regionally as well as statewide.
The Drought Information webpage also includes a link to the Texas Water Development
Board’s drought information page which has up to date drought monitoring and drought
outlook information.
Additionally, the District posts monthly updates of the Palmer Drought Severity Index
(PDSI) maps (both U.S. and Texas), as well as the U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook
map, at the District’s office, on the District’s website, and are provided to the District’s
Board members each month (see attached). These maps give the public easy access
to current drought conditions within the District.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
TEXAS PALMER DROUGHT SEVERITY INDEX
OCTOBER 27, 2013
PALMER DROUGHT SEVERITY INDEX – TEXAS 11/24/2013
Texas Palmer Drought Severity Index
December 15, 2013
Goal 4.7
Addressing Conservation, Recharge Enhancement, Rainwater Harvesting,
Precipitation Enhancement, or Brush Control - Conservation is the only practice
which is practicable in the District.
Objectives
1.
The District will annually submit an article regarding water conservation for
publication to at least one newspaper of general circulation in Jasper, Newton,
Hardin and Tyler Counties.
2.
The District will publish and mail, at least once annually, an informative flier on
water conservation and related issues, to groundwater use permit holders. A
copy of the flier(s) shall also be made available on the District’s website.
Performance Standard
1.
A copy of the article submitted by the District for publication to a newspaper of
general circulation in Jasper, Newton, Hardin and Tyler Counties regarding water
conservation will be included in the District’s Annual Report.
2.
A copy of the flier(s), on water conservation and related issues, along with the
mailing list of the permit holders it was provided to shall be included in the
District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
An article titled “Summertime Water Savings” was submitted for publication to the
following newspapers: the Beaumont Enterprise, the Buna Beacon, the Hardin County
News, the Jasper Newsboy, the Kirbyville Banner (published July 10, 2012), the Silsbee
Bee, and the Tyler County Booster. A copy of the article is attached, with the cover
letters and emails to each of the newspapers. In an effort to assist the newspapers the
article was provided electronically, via email, in two formats (PDF and Microsoft Word).
OBJECTIVE 2
This objective was met by the publication of the Summer and Winter 2013 SETGCD
Well Monitor Newsletters (see Appendix A.). These newsletters were mailed to permit
holders, well drillers and public officials throughout the District. Copies of the mailing
address databases are included in Appendix A. Both the SETGCD Well Monitor
Newsletters and the article “Summertime Water Savings” were posted on the District
website for easy accessibility by the general public.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
SUMMERTIME WATER SAVING
It’s back. Summertime is here once again, and that means our water use is going to
skyrocket. It is estimated that during the summer we use between two and four times
as much water as we do the rest of the year. Overall, depending on where you live and
how much watering you do, 30—70 percent of all the water we use at home is used
outdoors. The best way to be sure you aren’t wasting water is to follow some simple
guidelines. If you don’t, you may be wasting up to 50 percent of the water you are using
due to inefficient watering methods. Keep these tips in mind when you are using water
outdoors:
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Don’t water your lawn or garden at the wrong time of the day. During the hottest
part of the day you can lose a significant amount of the water you are applying to
evaporation.
Water the lawn only when it needs it. Most lawns only need one inch of water
each week. Pay attention to the weather and keep a rain gauge in the yard to
help you monitor how much water you are getting.
One way to tell if your lawn needs water is to step on the grass and see if it
springs back. If it does you needn’t worry about watering. Also, let the grass
grow a little. By letting it grow longer it will shade the ground and roots and slow
the evaporation rate.
In the garden, be sure to utilize mulch around your vegetable plants. A good
layer of ground cover will allow the water to seep deeper into the soil and reduce
loss due to evaporation.
Pools are very susceptible to evaporation, up to an inch and a half per day. It’s
not uncommon to have to add 2,000 gallons a month to a pool due to
evaporation. The use of a pool cover can reduce evaporation by as much as 90
percent.
Another way to conserve water and reduce your water bill is to install a rain collection
system and/or a drip irrigation system. These two systems alone or in tandem can save
you thousands of gallons of water from your water bill. Both of these two options can be
kept simple or made as high tech and complex as you would like.
There are a variety of ways to collect rainwater from the roof of your home or barn to
use at a later date when you need it to water your ornamentals or your vegetables. The
simplest way to get started with a rainwater collection system is to simply put a cleaned
barrel that has a spigot located near or on the bottom of the barrel (if on the bottom
barrel must be raised) under a gutter downspout. You will collect approximately 0.6
gallons of water per square foot of roof surface. Keep just one barrel near your flower
bed and when it gets dry out, you will be ready to go.
With a drip irrigation system you will be able to apply a very specific amount of water to
each plant individually when you water. You can purchase a basic all inclusive set-up
at your local home improvement store for $50—$75. The starter kits typically come with
a variety of components and between 50—100 feet of tubing to get you started
Water wisely – every drop you save counts!
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Beaumont Enterprise
Attn: Timothy Kelly
380 Main Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
VIA –E-Mail – Tkelly@hearstnp.com
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Mr. Kelly:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes between 30% and 70%, might be of interest. There
are many ways to conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Buna Beacon
Attn: Melissa Swedoski
100 CR 763
Buna, TX 77612
VIA E-Mail – Melissa@BunaBeacon.net
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Ms. Swedoski:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Hardin County News
Attn: David Lisenby
P.O. Box 3071
Beaumont, TX 3071
VIA E-Mail – Dlisenby@BeaumontEnterprise.com
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Mr. Lisenby:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Jasper Newsboy
Attn: Jeffrey Reedy
702 S. Wheeler
Jasper, TX 75951
VIA E-Mail – Jreedy@Jaspernewsboy.com
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Mr. Reedy:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Kirbyville Banner
Attn: Sandi
104 N. Kellie
Kirbyville, TX 75956
VIA E-Mail – Kbanner@sbcglobal.net
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Sandi:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Silsbee Bee
Attn: Garry Dickert
410 Hwy. 96 South
Silsbee, TX 77656
VIA E-Mail – Editor@Silsbeebee.com
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Mr. Dickert:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
SOUTHEAST TEXAS
GROUNDWATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
SEC / TREAS
WALTER R. GLENN
ROGER FUSSELL
JERRY SHANDS
OLEN BEAN
CHARLES HUGHES
JON MEEK
TOMMY BOYKIN
KATHERINE DAVIS
BOBBY ROGERS
SAM ASHWORTH
STEVE PITTMAN
CHARLES MACLIN
CHARLES ZIMMERMAN
GENERAL MANAGER
GENERAL COUNSEL
JOHN M. MARTIN
JOHN D. STOVER
P.O. BOX 1407
JASPER, TEXAS 75951
July 9, 2013
Tyler County Booster
Attn: Lynn
205 W. Bluff
Woodville, TX 75979
VIA E-Mail – Classified@TylerCountyBooster.com
Re: Water Conservation Article “Summertime Water Saving”
Dear Lynn:
With summertime already upon us, I thought a water conservation article on how to save water
during the summer, when our water use spikes, might be of interest. There are many ways to
conserve water and this article touches on some of those ideas.
I would appreciate it if you would consider publishing this article in one format or another in your
paper (i.e. a news story or op-ed piece). I understand that you are not obligated to print the article; I
only ask that you consider it. Please feel free to make minor modifications to the article to meet any
formatting guidelines necessary for publication or to correct grammatical errors.
I have attached the “article” in PDF format, as well as a Microsoft Word file, for your convenience.
If you do publish the article, I ask that you please notify me so that I may obtain a copy of the
published article for our file.
If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
John Martin
General Manager
Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407
271 E. Lamar
Jasper, TX 75951
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________P.O. Box 1407
Jasper, Texas 75951
(409) 383-1577
Fax: (409) 383-0799
www. setgcd.org
Goal 4.8
Addressing Future Conditions of Groundwater Resources in a Quantitative
Manner
Objective
1.
The District will monitor groundwater conditions within the District by measuring
the static water level in at least fifteen (15) monitor wells annually.
Performance Standard
1.
The recorded static water levels of the fifteen (15) monitor wells will be included
in the District’s Annual Report.
OBJECTIVE 1
Objective 1 has been met by the monitoring of fifty-one (51) wells on two separate
occasions. The District takes static water levels in the Spring and Fall of each year,
typically in May and November. Included is an ArcMap GIS map with the locations of
the wells identified by their State Well ID Numbers, and corresponding static water
levels.
The static water level data that is collected is shared with the Texas Water Development
Board providing the agency with current data for groundwater modeling and planning
purposes. The Texas Water Development Board continues to maintain a transducer in
monitor well 6148209 allowing for static water levels to be obtained from this well via the
internet at http://www.twdb.state.tx.us/gwrd/waterlevels/waterlevels.html .
Additionally the District continues joint planning within Groundwater Management Area
14 (“GMA 14”) to update, as statutorily required, the Desired Future Conditions of the
GMA. The Groundwater Availability Models, Managed Available Groundwater, and
associated data will be used by the District in its efforts to address the future conditions
of the Gulf Coast Aquifer in the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District.
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
SETGCD Monitor Wells
3659102
3764503
3764404
3764402
6203204
6108101
6203301
6201105
6104401
6106705
6201701
6201803
6202902
6115205
6115101
6112606
6116204
6209105
6203704
6210309
6113802
6115703
6217102
6218103
6121110
6217606
6124504
6124610
6217707
6129203
6130419
6225405
6131901
6233603
6145202
6146202
6148221
6243406
6148801
6144708
6242909
6250304
6152601
6154702
Legend
SETGCD Monitor Wells
Sabine Lake
μ
0
5
Drafted By:
John Martin, Southeast Texas GCD
Date
January 21, 2014
Miles
10
Data Source
ESRI Street Map USA 2006
SETGCD ArcView GIS Database
A
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
G
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
Y
Z
AB
SETGCD Static Water Levels
The negative static water level denotes the distance below the land surface
Note well No. 6115205 (located in Jasper County) is the only positive static water level
A negative in the change colums means the static water level has lowered
A positive number means the static water level has risen
11 State_Well
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
36
37
38
F
WL_2000
HARDIN COUTY
6144708
-28.83
6145202
6146202
-56.23
6152601
-37.26
6154702
-32.45
6131901
-43.03
JASPER COUNTY
3657106
-8.81
3657702
-118.17
3764402
-116.15
3764404
-56.1
3764503
-38.9
6108101
-42.6
6115205
39.96
6116204
-52.12
6124504
-31.5
6124610
6148209
-217.62
6148221
-35.23
6148801
6201701
-80.23
6201803
-87.05
6209105
-2.05
WL_2005
May-10
Nov-10
May-11
Nov-11
May-12
Nov-12
May-13
Nov-13
Change from
Nov. 2011
Change from
2000
Well
Depth
-25.82
-25.23
-9.66
-53.15
-31.66
-28.72
-42.25
-26.34
-14.04
-54.55
-29.19
-42.1
-26.6
-13.96
-55.55
-35.5
-29.26
-43.06
-28.5
-16.53
-57.87
-2.15
-31.16
-44.17
-28.03
-10.6
-56.55
-3.69
-31.3
-37.55
-29.05
-14.75
-56.85
-5.19
-31.1
-43.3
-29.25
-13.35
-56.66
-3.74
-30.65
-12.42
-29.75
-13.72
-57.24
-8.13
-30.87
-30.44
-1.25
2.81
0.63
-5.98
0.29
13.73
-0.92
U/A
-1.01
29.13
1.58
12.59
72
250
577
764
1,027
53
-6.3
-118.95
-110.3
-48.75
-30.43
-41.15
39.96
-52.9
-29.35
-31.79
-182.8
-29.8
-8.5
-85.58
-87.5
-3.64
-9.96
-118.95
-115.71
-53.35
-39.27
-42.13
42.96
-53.93
Dry
-33.8
-178.24
-32.73
-12.08
-84.7
-88.15
-4.09
-8.8
-119.64
-115.38
-53.46
-38.02
-42.79
38.8
-54.37
Dry
-34.75
-185.34
-33.67
-12.87
-83.55
-88.6
-4.97
-10.93
-120.86
-118.9
-56.36
-44.84
Dry
39.96
-55.23
Dry
-35.91
-177.79
-35.4
-14.3
-86.8
-88.5
-5.92
-4.42
-119.33
-111.91
-48.9
-31.52
-39.05
41.11
-52.67
Dry
-32.59
-193.68
-31.7
-10.9
-93.25
-86.8
-3
-8.55
-119.85
-114.15
-54.6
-36.14
-39.73
39.38
-53
Dry
-34.04
-187.32
-33.65
-13.6
-92.9
-87.4
-4.9
-5.93
-119.05
-112.8
-52.16
-32.88
-40.11
39.96
-52.65
-8.43
-119.73
-115.5
-55.93
-37.49
-40.75
39.38
-52.95
2.5
1.13
3.4
0.43
7.35
6.25
-0.58
2.28
0.38
-1.56
0.65
0.17
1.41
1.85
-0.58
-0.83
2.42
-7.16
2.35
1.02
-5.65
1.27
3.22
U/A
32.67
2.18
U/A
-12.22
-0.18
-0.65
20
378
300
260
260
47
442
219
60
UK
671
1,295
1,084
885
884
15
-52.85
-31.05
-29.52
-12.77
-9.74
-115.5
-58.45
-36.05
-42.09
-32.59
-11.93
-75.43
-83.22
-1.9
Dry
Dry
-33.94
-187.61
-32.16
-11.65
-33.49
-184.95
-33.05
-13.28
-92.45
-87.23
-2.7
U/A
-86.5
-3.42
A
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
State_Well
6209704
6209902
6217102
6217510
6217606
6217707
6225405
6233603
F
WL_2000
-34.8
-23.52
-21
-2.05
-16.66
-61.5
-10.6
NEWTON COUNTY
3659102
6202902
-13.03
6203204
-67.15
6203301
-40.5
6203704
-171.66
6210309
-63.85
6210901
-19.37
6218103
-38.44
6242909
-41.59
6243406
-29.7
6250304
-38.6
TYLER COUNTY
6104401
-161.77
6106705
6112606
-122.65
6113802
-163.27
6115101
-33.55
6115501
-114.95
6115703
-15.88
6121110
-9.74
6129203
-26.25
6130419
-16.88
G
WL_2005
-37.58
-24.48
-58.35
-18.35
-2.93
-15.03
-60.1
-14.12
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
Change from
Nov. 2011
V
Y
Change from
2000
Z
3.85
2.73
0
3.36
11.45
7.28
1.03
4.78
-1.35
0.55
U/A
0.6
-0.2
5.44
-0.97
-0.68
AB
Well
Depth
40
40
80
140
70
28
120
18
May-10
-33.8
-19.45
Dry
-16.04
-4.56
-6.85
-58.14
-12.65
Nov-10
-36.87
-25.56
-55.07
-20.2
-9.19
-16.38
-60.62
-14.92
May-11
Dry
26.96
Dry
-21.9
-8.42
-16.66
-62.15
-14.43
Nov-11
Dry
-25.7
Dry
-23.76
-13.7
-18.5
-63.5
-16.06
May-12
-34
-21.75
Dry
-19.6
-2.15
-5.75
-61.8
-10.4
Nov-12
-36.2
-25.45
Dry
-22.1
-10.05
-16.3
-63
-14.35
May-13
-36.88
-22.8
Dry
-19.9
-3.07
-11.57
-62.43
-7.77
Nov-13
-36.15
-22.97
Dry
-20.4
-2.25
-11.22
-62.47
-11.28
-38.48
-27.95
-37.98
-99.12
-13.29
-69.5
-40.88
-173.38
-69.35
-16.14
-36.09
-36.7
-26
-35.9
-100.33
-16.35
-68.9
-40.82
-174.12
-67.15
-18.54
-39.04
-37.79
-26.48
-37.05
-102.4
-17.68
-69.91
-41.07
-174.93
-67.18
-19.5
-40.39
-38.57
-27.07
-37.8
-104.37
-18.85
-70.85
-41.65
-175.85
-67.9
-21.37
-42.5
-39.78
-28.55
-39.27
-104.47
-9.55
-69.4
-40.35
-174.55
-66.05
-18.4
-36.03
-38.7
-27.2
-38.25
-102.87
-13.15
-70.5
-41.7
-175.15
-67
-19.3
-40
-38.4
-27.22
-38.15
-103.69
-8.75
-69.6
-40.91
-174.54
-66
-17.4
-36.44
-38.06
-26.65
-38.07
-104.62
-7.75
-70.62
-40.75
-174.52
-66.35
-17.25
-35.99
-38.48
-27.45
-38.07
-0.25
11.1
0.23
0.9
1.33
1.55
4.12
6.51
1.3
1.1
1.2
U/A
5.28
-3.47
-0.25
-2.86
-2.5
2.12
2.45
3.11
2.25
0.53
U/K
24
645
1,050
640
1,218
U/K
U/K
590
598
420
-164.75
-164.96
-165.26
-119.15
-164.3
-33.67
-130.21
-7.96
-4.57
-23.34
-6.44
-122.88
-165.03
-32.83
-116.43
-11.95
-11.06
-20.9
-7.65
-123.48
-165.07
-33.57
-117.55
-18.4
Dry
-26
-15.99
-165.3
-145.4
-123.7
-166.65
-33.85
-115.65
-19.08
-9.28
-26.9
-16.48
-166.07
-149.5
-124.73
-166.7
-34.46
-117.2
-20.09
Dry
-28.54
-18.15
-165.8
-148.7
-123.8
-165.43
-33.7
-115.8
-3.6
-5.5
-17.9
-4.7
-167.02
-150.6
-124.4
-166
-34.25
-116.5
-18.1
-8.85
-25.1
-11
-166.98
-148.2
-124.29
-165.7
-34.05
-115.5
-4.65
-3.53
-24.87
-9.97
-167
-148.1
-124.7
-165.88
-34.5
-116.3
-6.16
-1.72
-23.23
-5.03
-0.93
1.4
0.03
0.82
-0.04
0.9
13.93
16.28
5.31
13.12
-5.23
-148.1
-2.05
-2.61
-0.95
-1.35
9.72
8.02
3.02
11.85
860
288
250
582
68
384
23
18
30
22
-22.4
-39.95
-173.6
-17.35
Appendix A
SUMMER 2013
Summer 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter
Summer 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter Mailing Lists
Summer 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter – website posting evidence
Spring Newsletter Mailing Totals
Group
Permit Holders
V.I.P.s
Water Well Driller
Total
Totals
87
98
70
255
WINTER 2013
Winter 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter
Winter 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter Mailing Lists
Winter 2013 SETGCD Well Monitor Newsletter – website posting evidence
Fall Newsletter Mailing Totals
Group
Permit Holders
V.I.P.s
Water Well Driller
Total
Totals
87
98
70
255
2013 ANNUAL REPORT – Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
Volume 6, Issue 1
SOUTHEAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Summer 2013
The SETGCD
Well Monitor
2013 Legislative Session Ends Quietly…
Board of Directors:
Walter Glenn, President
Roger Fussell, Vice Pres.—Hardin
Jerry Shands, Treasurer—Jasper
Mitch McMillon, Director—Jasper
Katherine Davis, Director—Jasper
Olen Bean Director—Newton
Charles Hughes, Director—Newton
John Meek, Director—Newton
Sam Ashworth, Director—Hardin
Bobby Rogers, Director—Hardin
Steve Pittman, Director—Tyler
Robyn Summerlin, Director—Tyler
M. C. Zimmerman, Director—Tyler
John Martin, General Manager
John Stover, Esq., Counsel
Did you Know?
Water, sometimes called the
universal solvent, can dissolve
more substances than any
other liquid including
sulfuric acid.
Inside this issue:
District News—New
Directors
2
Why You Should Register Your Well
2
83 Legislative Session
3
Well Head Safety Tip
3
Spring 2013 Static
Water Levels
4
Monitor Well
Location Map
5
Drought Conditions
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….quietly that is with regard to any significant
changes to groundwater
legislation.
What was
thought to be a non
groundwater session prior
to its beginning quickly
became just the opposite,
with many significant
groundwater related bills
having been filed.
One topic that received
significant attention, in an
effort to promote its use,
was deregulation of
“brackish” groundwater
(HBs 2334 & 2578 and SB
1760). As initially filed,
these bills would have almost completely deregulated “brackish” groundwater
without addressing the
many issues that are very
closely related and intertwined with it, which
would have had significant
unintended consequences.
One such consequence
that was not initially ad-
dressed was the fact that
the state requires groundwater be managed in a very
specific manner known as
the Desired Future Condition (DFC) process. This
planning process quires
that all groundwater be
considered in the planning
process, yet these bills
would have exempted
“brackish” groundwater
from the overall DFC.
The definition of
“brackish” itself was a
point of contention. What
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Is Your Well Exempt or Non-Exempt?
Know the difference? An exempt well is a well that is not required to have a
permit issued for its use. The vast majority of wells in the District fall into this
category and include domestic wells and wells used for livestock as well as irrigation; however, it must be capable of less than 69.4 gallons per minute. NonExempt wells are required to have a permit issued for use and are typically commercial, industrial or public water supply wells even if the well is capable of producing as little as 17.4 gallons per minute.
If your Exempt Well was drilled prior to the creation of the District (Nov. 2004
for Jasper and Newton Counties and Nov. 2005 for Hardin and Tyler Counties)
your well is not required to be registered. Wells drilled after the above dates are
required to be registered and simply require a one page Exempt Well Registration
Form be completed prior to the well being drilled. If you are using a licensed reputable well driller, they should provide you with the form. This form provides the
District with information regarding the location of the well and owner contact
information.
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District News—2 New Directors Appointed in 2013
Robyn Summerlin - Mr. Robyn Summerlin is a native Southeast Texan originally from Port Arthur. He graduated from Lamar University in 1964 with a
degree in Economics and made his career in the shipping and barging industry
in the Houston area. In 1982 he formed QMC, Inc., a worldwide marine
chartering brokerage firm. Following the sale of the company in 1999, he
moved to his cattle farm in Woodville. In addition to serving on the
S.E.T.G.C.D. Board he also serves as a Board Member of the Cypress Creek
W.S.C. Mr. Summerlin was appointed by the Tyler County Commissioners
Court to represent rural and small municipal water interests.
Mitch McMillon Mr. Mitch McMillon was born in Lufkin and raised in Jasper. He graduated from Texas A&M and Stephen F. Austin Universities with
degrees in business admin. and psychology. Mr. McMillon has been a small
business owner here in Jasper since 1988 and is currently a life and health insurance agent with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Also, he has held the
position of Director of the Jasper County Nutrition Program (known as Meals
on Wheels) for the past 21 years. In May 2012 Mr. McMillon was sworn in as
the City of Jasper’s District 5 At Large Council Member. He is married to
Laura, his wife of 22 years, has three teenaged boys and he and his family are
members of the First Baptist Church of Jasper. Mr. McMillon was appointed
to the District in May by the Jasper City Council to represent Large Municipal
Water Utility interests.
Why is the location of your well and contact data important? The
“Rule of Capture” is why. Without a groundwater conservation district (GCD) in place, Texas law allows a landowner to pump as much water as can be beneficially used, without waste or malice. Not only does the Rule of
Capture allow for unlimited pumping it protects the person pumping the water from any legal obligation even if a
neighbor pumping causes your well to go dry. With a GCD in place, an entity cannot simply pump as much water as it wants without some oversight. When new Non-Exempt wells are to be drilled a permit must be obtained
first. This permitting process is meant to help protect existing wells; the only way we can do that is by knowing
where those wells are.
A Non-Exempt well must be permitted. The permit process is much more extensive than the simple Exempt
Registration Form used for domestic and other Exempt wells. This Non-Exempt Well Application will often require a hydrogeologic report. These hydrogeologic reports are based on computer models and take into account a
large number of factors and give some insight into how the proposed well will impact the nearby static water levels. This allows the District to take into consideration how the proposed new well will impact existing wells prior
to issuing a permit. The process often includes landowners who have wells within a certain geographic distance
to the new proposed Non-Exempt well.
As mentioned earlier, all new Exempt wells must be registered. Wells existing prior to the formation of the
District are not required to be registered, however, it is beneficial for those landowners to register their wells to
ensure the District knows where they are in the event a large non– exempt well permit is requested near their
well.
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Continued from Page 1 — Legislative Session these bills consider “brackish” is the majority of “freshwater” being used in
some groundwater conservation districts in west Texas. These “brackish” water bills underwent significant modification from their initial forms and HB 2578 came close to passing. I would not be surprised to see “brackish”
groundwater as an interim issue for the Natural Resource Committees and then addressed again in the next regular legislative session.
Another issue that came to the forefront was related to clarifying an exemption given to oil and gas producers
for water wells used in the production of hydrocarbons. Chapter 36 of the Texas Water Code provides an exemption for oil and gas producers if a drilling rig is on sight or for exploration operations. Clarification is needed due to the way in which the exemption is worded. Some groundwater conservation districts (GCDs) believe
that, the way it is currently worded, the exemption is lost when the oil/gas drilling rig is removed from the site,
thus allowing a GCD to require permits for all of the water being used in the fracking process. Other GCDs believe that current wording includes exploration and fracking, which to some is considered an extension of drilling and, therefore, exploration.
SB 1749 and HB 3317 would have clarified the oil and gas exemption language and would have continued to
provide the exemption to the oil and gas industry including and specifically for use in fracking. SB 873, which
seemed to have more momentum than the other two bills, would have specifically removed the exemption when
the water was to be used for fracking and spelled out a very specific manner in which a GCD could require the
well to be permitted. In the end, none of these bills passed and no “clarification” was provided.
What adds to the frustration of some GCDs throughout the state where fracking is extremely prevalent is that
they are already dealing with limited amounts of groundwater plus the extended drought that most of Texas is
experiencing. Fortunately, here in the Southeast Texas GCD we have a very minimal amount of fracking taking
place (for more information regarding fracking visit http://www.fracfocus.org).
On what most people see as a positive note, the legislature passed a trio of bills designed to help ensure that the
water needs of Texas are met. These bills included Senate Joint Resolution 1, House Bill 4 and House Bill 1025.
Together, these bills will allow for the proposed amendment to the Texas Constitution allowing the creation of
the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT), appropriate 2 billion dollars from the state’s Economic Stabilization Fund to SWIFT, and direct the Texas Water Development Board on how the funds are to be
used.
House Bill 4 will also shake up the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) a bit. Currently the TWDB is
administered by a six member board appointed by the Governor and serves in an unpaid part time capacity. HB
4 will change this significantly by requiring that a three member board be appointed, one member with an engineering background, one with a finance background, and the third position to be held by someone with a background in law or business. These three members will be full time paid administrators of the TWDB.
Well Head Safety Tip
Never store hazardous chemicals or potential contaminants near your well or inside
a well house. In order to safeguard the quality of your water supply it is important
to maintain a sanitary buffer around your well (50 feet is recommended). Storing
common household chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides, paint, motor oil, gas, or
cleaning products near your well increases the potential for accidental contamination of the groundwater and, specifically, your drinking water. As a result of leaks
and spills, these chemicals have the potential to migrate to the groundwater through
direct pathways created from deteriorated and abandoned wells or through infiltration. This is not only a danger to your drinking water but your neighbor’s as well.
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DROUGHT CONDITIONS
The drought conditions here in Southeast Texas currently depend
on what index you are most interested in. The PDSI map (left)
indicates that all of east Texas is in a moderate drought. This index is based on soil moistures. The SPI map (below) is wholly
based on actual precipitation vs. average precipitation. As you can
see it shows that not only has the District received near normal
rainfalls, the majority of the state has received near normal precipitation. The PDSI map will continue to show many of these areas
to be in severe to extreme
drought until these areas
receive prolonged periods of precipitation to allow for the soil moistures
to recover. Unfortunately the drought is expected to continue, some
predicting for at least another decade.
As you can see from the SPI map, all of the District has received near
normal rainfalls this year, with the exception of a very dry March. The
rainfalls have been between 22.24 inches in Woodville to 28.97 inches
in Jasper, with a District average of 25.35 inches.
RAINFALL TOTALS
Oct.
Jasper
0.48
Nov.
Dec.
Jan.
Feb.
Mar.
Apr.
May
1.19
5.49
6.22
6.46
0.37
6.11
4.36
SEASONAL DROUGHT OUTLOOK
Below are two predictive maps, the U.S. Seasonal
Drought Outlook and the three month NOAA PrecipToledo Bend
1.94
1.00 4.30 8.08 4.84 0.79 6.90 1.47
itation Probability Map. As you cans see from these
Silsbee
0.55
0.15 7.02 7.85 2.41 0.46 5.82 4.63
maps and as discussed above, it appears that east Texas
Woodville
0.50
0.22 4.16 4.65 3.65 0.31 6.20 5.58
and specifically the District appear to be in good
Kountze
1.08
0.27 4.81 7.27 2.35 0.55 6.18 4.96
shape. Both predictive maps indicate that we should
experience near normal condition here in the District. In portions of the central corridor of Texas, it appears
that the drought conditions may be improving; however, for west Texas the forecast is more of the same below
average precipitation and no easing of the drought conditions. In fact, the U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook
map predicts “Drought to persist or intensify”. For those of you not familiar with how little precipitation west
Texas receives, in a normal year it is only about
10 inches. Over the last
three years, El Paso has
received an average of
only approximately 6
inches per year (most areas in the our District received 6 inches in April
alone) for a total three
year precipitation amount
of 18 inches.
Lumberton
1.08
0.68
4.60
7.94
3.75
0.61
6.08
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SUMMERTIME WATER SAVING
It’s back. Summertime is here once again, and that means our water use is going to skyrocket. It is estimated
that during the summer we use between two and four times as much water as we do the rest of the
year. Overall, depending on where you live and how much watering you do, 30—70 percent of all
the water we use at home is used outdoors. The best way to be sure you aren’t wasting water is to
follow some simple guidelines. If you don’t, you may be wasting up to 50 percent of the water you
are using due to inefficient watering methods. Keep these tips in mind when you are using water
outdoors:
 Don’t water your lawn or garden at the wrong time of the day. During the hottest part of the
day you can lose a significant amount of the water you are applying to evaporation.
 Water the lawn only when it needs it. Most lawns only need one inch of water each week. Pay
attention to the weather and keep a rain gauge in the yard to help you monitor how much water
you are getting.
 One way to tell if your lawn needs water is to step on the grass and see if it springs back. If it
does you needn’t worry about watering. Also, let the grass grow a little. By letting it grow longer it
will shade the ground and roots and slow the evaporation rate.
 In the garden, be sure to utilize mulch around your vegetable plants. A good layer of ground
cover will allow the water to seep deeper into the soil and reduce loss due to evaporation.
 Pools are very susceptible to evaporation, up to an inch and a half per day. It’s not uncommon to have to add 2,000 gallons a month to a pool due to evaporation. The use of a pool cover
can reduce evaporation by as much as 90 percent.
Another way to conserve water and reduce your water bill is to install a
rain collection system and/or a drip irrigation system. These two systems alone or in tandem can save you thousands of gallons of water
from your water bill. Both of these two options can be kept simple or
made as high tech and complex as you would like.
There are a variety of ways to collect rainwater from the roof of your home or
barn to use at a later date when you need it to water your ornamentals or your
vegetables. The simplest way to get started with a rainwater collection system is to
simply put a cleaned barrel that has a spigot located near or on the bottom of the
barrel (if on the bottom barrel must be raised) under a gutter downspout. You
will collect approximately 0.6 gallons of water per square foot of roof surface.
Keep just one barrel near your flower bed and when it gets dry out, you will be
ready to go.
With a drip irrigation system you will be able to apply a very specific amount
of water to each plant individually when you water. You can purchase a
basic all inclusive set-up at your local home improvement store for $50—$75.
The starter kits typically come with a variety of components and between
50—100 feet of tubing to get you started
Water wisely – every drop you save counts!
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P.O. Box 1407, Jasper, TX 75951
(409) 383-1577, www.setgcd.org
«Suffix» «FIRST NAME» «LAST NAME»
«ADDRESS 1»
«CITY», «STATE» «ZIP»
Water, like religion and ideology, has the power to move millions of people. Since the
very birth of human civilization, people have moved to settle close to it. People move
when there is too little of it. People move when there is too much of it. People journey
down it. People write, sing and dance about it. People fight over it. And all people, everywhere and every day, need it. Mikhail Gorbachev
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July 4, 2012
Independence Day — District office
closed
July 11, 2013
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Sept. 2, 2013
Labor Day—District office closed
Sept. 12, 2013
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Oct. 10, 2013
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Oct. 14, 2013
Columbus Day —District office
closed
Nov. 11, 2013
Veterans Day — District office closed
Nov. 14, 2013
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Thanksgiving—District office closed
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Christmas —District office closed
Nov. 28 & 29, 2013
Dec. 12, 2013
Dec. 24 & 25, 2013
How Much Freshwater is There?

Approximately 97% of all of the water on Earth is salt water.
 Only 2.5% - 3% of all of the water
on Earth is fresh and suitable for
consumption (without treatment).
 Of the available 2.5% - 3% of freshwater, between 1.5% - 2% is locked
up in glaciers and unavailable.
Surface water, the water in creeks,
streams, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, makes up only 0.3% of the
world’s freshwater.
 There is actually more freshwater
in the atmosphere than there is of
surface water.
 The majority of available freshwater, approximately 1%, is groundwater.

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American Disposal Service, LTD
Angelina and Neches River Authority
Artesian Springs
Batson Lumber Co.
Bon Wier W.S.C.
Brookeland Fresh Water Supply District
Buck Springs Bottled Water Co.
Bullocks Mobile Home Park
Burkeville W.S.C.
Cartwright Springs, LTD
Chester W.S.C.
City of Beaumont
City of Browndell
City of Colmesneil
City of Jasper
City of Kirbyville
City of Kountze
City of Newton
City of Silsbee
City of Sour Lake
City of Woodville
Craig Worsley
Cougar Country W.S.C
Crown Pine Timber 1, L.P.
Cypress Creek W.S.C.
Doucette Water System
East Newton W.S.C.
Early Childhood Development Center
East Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc
Evadale W.C. & I.D. #1
ExxonMobil Oil Corporation
Mike Bruce
Hardin County W.C. & I.D. #1
Harrisburg WSC
H & H Timber Comapany, Inc.
Holly-Huff W.S.C.
330 Main Street, Suite #3
Sealy
P.O. Box 387
Lufkin
2518 CR 2016
Newton
P.O. Box 444
Batson
P.O. Box 167
Bon Wier
P.O. Box 5350
Jasper
Rt. 5, Box 316 B
Jasper
2735 Old Spurger Hwy
Silsbee
P.O. Box 220
Burkeville
#2 Brookhollow Circle
Gainesville
P.O. Box 87
Chester
1350 Langham Rd.
Beaumont
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Brookeland
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Colmesneil
P.O. Box 610
Jasper
107 S. Elizabeth
Kirbyville
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Kountze
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Newton
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Silsbee
625 Hwy. 105 West
Sour Lake
400 West Bluff
Woodville
379 CR 4500
Hillister
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Buna
702 N. Temple Dr.
Diboll
P.O. Box 536
Woodville
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Doucette
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Newton
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Sour Lake
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Nacogdoches
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2364 FM 105, Evadale Raceway Evadale
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Jasper
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Newton
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Jamestown W.S.C.
Jasper County W.C. & I.D. #1
Kara Farms, LLC
Lake Livingston W.S. & S.S.
Lakeside Water System
Leoffler Springs, Inc.
Little Big Horn Services
Lumberton M.U.D.
MeadWestvaco
Monach Utilities
Murphy Energy Services
German Pellets Texas, LLC
North Hardin W.S.C.
Paradise Entertainment, Inc.
Pine Meadow M.H.P.
Plains Exploration and Production, Co.
Pure Utilities, L.C.
Quail Valley Estates
Ranchland Property Owners Assoc.
Rayburn Country M.U.D.
Runyan Rock
Rural W.S.C.
Seneca W.S.C.
Slash C. Sawmill
Southern Forest Products
South Hampton Resources, Inc.
South Jasper County W.S.C.
South Kirbyville Rural W.S.C.
South Newton W.S.C.
South Sabine W.S.C.
Steve Simpson
Tall Timbers W.S.C.
Temple Inland
Terry Johnson
Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc.
The Woods Mobile Home Park
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Arabi
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Kountze
P.O. Box 886
Jasper
P.O. Drawer 1207
Buna
1300 PR 5100
Woodville
P.O. Box 1149
Livingston
P.O. Box 697
Doucette
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Kirbyville
8029 FM 92
Silsbee
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Lumberton
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Saratoga
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Woodville
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Silsbee
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Lumberton
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Austin
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Livingston
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Kountze
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Sam Rayburn
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Newton
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Jasper
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Woodville
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Jasper
P.O. Box 207
Bon Wier
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Silsbee
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Buna
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Hemphill
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Burkeville
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Tyler County W.S.C.
Umphrey Land & Cattle
Upper Jasper County Water Authority
Warren W.S.C.
Wapiti Energy, LLC
Water Necissities, Inc.
West Hardin W.S.C.
Westwood W.S.C.
Wildwood Property Owners Assoc.
Woodville Hardwoods
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P.O. Box 95
800 Gessner, Suite 1000
P.O. Box 62
P.O. Box 286
317 Wildbriar Drive
P.O. Box 903
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Jasper
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Woodville
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Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
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Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
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Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
Woodville
Tyler County
100 W. Bluff St., Room 102 Woodville
Jasper County
121 N. Austin, Room 106 Jasper
Jasper County Comm 146 C.R. 80
Jasper
Jasper County Comm 1867 FM 777
Jasper
Jasper County Comm P.O. Box 526
Kirbyville
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Volume 6, Issue 2
SOUTHEAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Winter 2013
The SETGCD
Well Monitor
Proposition 6 Receives Overwhelming Support
Board of Directors:
Walter Glenn, President
Roger Fussell, Vice Pres.—Hardin
Bobby Rogers, Treasurer—Hardin
Sam Ashworth, Director—Hardin
Mitch McMillon, Director—Jasper
Katherine Davis, Director—Jasper
Linda Powell, Director—Jasper
Olen Bean Director—Newton
Charles Hughes, Director—Newton
John Meek, Director—Newton
Steve Pittman, Director—Tyler
Charles Maclin, Director—Tyler
Charles Zimmerman, Director—Tyler
John Martin, General Manager
John Stover, Esq. - Counsel
On November 5th the
voters of Texas were
tasked with 9 Constitutional Amendments, one
of which was Proposition
6. Proposition 6 allows
for the transfer of 2 billion
dollars from the Economic
Stabilization fund (also
known as the Rainy Day
fund) to the State Water
Implementation fund for
Texas (“SWIFT”).
The
SWIFT fund was created
during the 2013 legislative
session by way of House
Bill 4. H.B. 4 is rather
significant in several ways,
not just another water project funding bill.
body was made up of six
appointed, part-time and
unpaid members. With
the majority of Texas being in a prolonged period
of drought, and with the
projected increased need
in water supplies in the
coming decades, the legislature decided that it
would benefit the state to
have highly qualified fulltime, paid members focusing on Texas’ water needs.
One aspect of this bill is
that it significantly alters
the structure of the Texas
Water Development
Board’s (“TWDB”) governing body. Previously H.B. 4 provided for the
the TWDB’s governing
(Continued on page 3)
Did you Know?
Nearly 80% of all water
used in the United States is
used for the irrigation or
thermo electric generation.
Inside This Issue
District News
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Proposition 6
Continued from page 1.
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Reuse—Graywater
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Static Water Level Measurements from Monitor Wells
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Monitor Well map
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Drought Conditions/Rainfall
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Abandoned Water Wells
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Conservation Corner—Be
Weather Wise
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Are You The Owner of an Abandoned Water Well?
It is estimated that Texas has 150,000 abandoned water wells. Each one of these
wells is a high speed conduit to the groundwater and if not properly protected,
capped or plugged can quickly introduce any number of contaminants directly
into your water supply. Any contaminants that enter an abandoned or poorly
maintained well are not afforded the same filtration that would occur if a contaminant is leaked on the ground.
Let’s not forget that old large diameter wells pose an immediate physical threat if
not properly capped. In the photo on page 7 is a 30 inch wide abandoned water
well. This well was located in western Hardin County and brought to the District’s attention after a family dog, missing for 9 days, was found (alive) at the bottom of this well. This well was essentially invisible, blending in with the surrounding vegetation. Even though the general location of this well was known,
when looking for it it was passed by several times before being located.
Plugging an abandoned well is not just something that makes good
sense, it is also state law. Texas law holds the landowner responsible
(Continued on page 7)
The SETGCD Well Monitor
Page 2
District News
RETIREMENT — Early this summer the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District (“District”) lost a great asset in Jerry Shands, the District’s
long standing Secretary/Treasure, who officially resigned from the Board so
that he could begin to fully enjoy his retirement.
Director Shands was one of two original members serving on the Board for
nearly 10 years. Jerry had worked nearly four decades in the water and waste
water industry, most recently with Brookeland Freshwater Supply District.
He retired from that position in 2009 only to be recruited to serve on its
board where he served as its president until the summer of this year.
Jerry was a dedicated and an extremely knowledgeable water resource who will
not easily be replaced. He served eight of his ten years on the District Board as its Secretary/Treasure, volunteering hundreds of hours of his time to the District and logging thousands of un-reimbursed miles traveling
to and from the District’s meetings. His commitment to protecting and managing the groundwater in southeast Texas was unquestionable. In addition to serving as Secretary/Treasurer he also served as Investment
Officer which required him to attend additional training courses every two years as required by state law.
NEW SECRETARY/TREASURER — At the District’s September 12, 2013
meeting Director Bobby Rogers was nominated and selected as the District’s
new Secretary/Treasurer as well as its Investment Officer. Director Rogers
has been on the SETGCD Board since July of 2007, appointed by the Hardin
County Commissioners’ Court to represent small municipal water supply
interests.
Director Rogers is the Manager of North Hardin Water Supply Corporation
and previously served the City of Silsbee as its Director of Public Works. He
also holds multiple professional licenses and is an active member of the Texas
Water Utility Association previously having served as it President
NEW BOARD MEMBER— Recently, the Jasper County Commissioners Court
appointed Ms. Linda Powell, filling the position left open by retiring Director
Shands, to represent rural water utility interests of Jasper County. Ms. Powell was
born and raised in Jasper and graduated in 1976 from Jasper High School. Ms.
Powell is the Office Manager of the Rayburn Country M.U.D. where she has been
a long time employee; having worked there since its inception in 1985 and prior
to that worked for the Rayburn Country water department.
Ms. Powell is the proud mother of two grown children and a member of the Jasper County Cowboy Church. She generously volunteers her time working with
the Jasper County Junior Livestock Foundation and is currently its treasurer.
And, since it began back in 2006, she also volunteers her time to the Coty Smith Memorial Team Roping
organization. The organization provides scholarships to high school seniors who participate in showing animals, and who are involved with ag. mechanics for with FFA and 4-H, as well as those who participate in the
high school rodeo.
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Proposition 6
Governor to appoint three people to oversee the agency. Earlier this year, on September 1,
this change took place. Governor Perry appointed Carlos Rubinstein, Bech Vruun, and
Mary Ann Williamson to oversee the agency.
Another aspect of H.B. 4 is that it requires each Regional Water Planning Group (the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District is in the Region I Water Planning Group) to prioritize water projects that are included in the regional plan. When the TWDB creates the State Water Plan from these regional plans it will, in turn,
prioritize all of the proposed water projects throughout the state. What this will do is bring to light the projects
that are in most need of attention. Once the projects are prioritized and have backing, the SWIFT fund can assist in capitalizing these projects.
The two billion dollars that Proposition 6 has provided from the Rainy Day fund to the SWIFT fund is meant to
ease the strains of financing these types of large water infrastructure projects. H.B. 4 is also very specific in that it
wholly removes the SWIFT funds from the state’s general funds, preventing the state from dipping into the account for projects outside of the water infrastructure projects. H.B. 4 also provides that at least twenty percent of
these funds go toward projects that are meant to conserve water, and at least ten percent is earmarked for projects
in rural areas of Texas.
Texas has already provided the TWDB with the ability to sell bonds to assist in funding water projects; however,
the SWIFT fund is a little different in that it is meant to be utilized for loan enhancements. For example, it is
meant to allow for the purchase of points against these large loans, reducing the interest rates. The funds are also
meant to assist in deferring the start of repayment on these large loans. It will allow the development of a project
in advance of the water actually being required. Repayment of large loans is difficult when in some cases the projects may take a decade before they come online and begin selling water.
And as a taxpayer, I am happy to say that not only will the allocation of the Rainy Day funds to the SWIFT fund
allow for the development of new resources (i.e. brackish water desalinization projects) and the improvement of
existing resources, it accomplishes this without raising taxes. Not only will it not add to our tax burden, the
funds will be loans which will include interest that will be put back into funding additional water projects.
Even though Proposition 6 has passed and we have taken positive steps to provide for our current and future water needs, a lot of work needs to be done. It won’t be an easy process but, at least the process is moving forward.
REUSE—GRAYWATER
One method of water conservation (which some actually classify as a “new” resource) that is gaining acceptance
and becoming a common practice is the reuse of water. In some cases it is simply the reuse of effluent from
wastewater plants, usually utilized for purposes other than potable drinking water. For example, here in east Texas the East Texas Electric Cooperative Woodville Renewable Power Project will obtain 85% of its water needs
from the City of Woodville’s reclaimed wastewater. Some cities and municipalities across the country also utilize
graywater effluent for domestic irrigation use, reducing demand on fresh drinking water supplies.
Picking up momentum is the reuse of water for potable use; some have termed this as “toilet to tap” technology.
This summer the Colorado River Municipal Water District, west of the Midland area, opened its advanced water
treatment facility which reclaims wastewater and is blended with raw surface water to supplement its potable
drinking water supply. This in known as “Direct Potable Reuse”.
The city of Brownwood, TX has received funding approval to construct what will be only the second facility in
the world to pump treated reclaimed wastewater directly into its drinking water system without being blended.
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DROUGHT CONDITIONS / RAINFALL DATA
Palmer Drought
Severity Indes
December 1, 2013
PRECIPITATION
The most recent Palmer Drought Severity Index map shows
that the abundance of precipitation that we have received
this fall and early winter have taken us out of the drought
conditions that we had been experiencing through the summer and currently shows us to be in the “moderately wet”
category. You can also see from this map that many areas
of Texas that have been experiencing severe to extreme
drought have been receiving normal to above average precipitation and reducing the drought conditions for the first
time in several years.
2013 RAINFALL TOTALS (11 months)
Jan.
Feb.
Mar.
April
May
June
July
Aug.
Sept.
Oct.
Nov.
Total
Believe it or not, although this sum- Jasper
4.18 48.50
6.22 6.46 0.37 6.11 4.36 5.81 3.50 1.52 6.58 3.39
mer seemed quite dry for some of us, Lumberton 7.94 3.75 0.61 6.08 8.08 4.43 3.28 3.22 6.07 9.83 6.09 59.38
especially the northern portions of the
District, overall most of us have re- Toledo Bend 8.08 4.84 0.79 6.90 1.47 3.71 1.36 0.84 4.15 6.00 7.94 46.08
5.64 51.74
7.85 2.40 0.46 5.83 4.63 4.31 4.02 2.43 7.96 6.21
ceived average to above average rainfall Silsbee
this year. The monthly precipitation Woodville
4.65 3.65 0.31 6.20 5.58 2.83 4.47 1.65 7.80 10.28 3.83 51.25
table only includes the first 11 months
3.70 50.51
Kountze
7.26 2.35 0.55 6.18 5.04 4.17 4.01 2.95 8.58 5.72
of this year; however, most areas received 4.5 — 7.0 inches of rain last December bringing the 12 month totals to between 51—64 inches of rainfall.
The Lumberton area has seen nearly 10 inches above average over the past 12 months having received nearly 64
inches. The only area to fall short of its annual average is the northeast area of Newton County, falling approximately 4 inches below average for the past 12 months.
SEASONAL DROUGHT OUTLOOK
The most recent short term NOAA precipitation probability outlook maps (available at http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/) show that
the area can expect a below average precipitation probability
through most of December, but the 30 day (not shown) and the 90
day (left) NOAA probability outlook maps indicate that we have an
equal chance of above average, normal or below average rainfall.
The November 21, 2013 U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook map (right) shows that the District, as well as most
of east Texas, is not currently experiencing drought conditions nor are they expected to develop through February of 2014.
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Abandoned Wells
for plugging abandoned wells and for any injury or pollution that may occur related to that
well.
When is a well considered to be abandoned? A well is considered to be abandoned if it has not been used for six
consecutives months. There are some situations that will allow for the well to be considered “in use” and not
abandoned if A) it is a non-deteriorated well that contains the casing, pump, and pump column in good condition, or B) it is a non-deteriorated well that is properly capped.
If you have an unused well and wish to keep it, it must be properly protected and comply with state capping guidelines. Chapter
76.104(d) of the Administrative Rules of the Department of Licensing and Regulation states that a non-deteriorated well which
contains casing in good condition and is beneficial to the landowner can be capped with a covering capable of preventing surface pollutants from entering the well and sustaining weight of at
least four hundred (400) pounds and constructed in such a way that the covering cannot
be easily removed by hand.
Most licensed water well drillers will be able to plug your old well; however, as a landowner, you may do the work yourself should you choose to. Depending on the diameter and depth of the well there
are several methods to plug a well. There are also several great resources to help you properly plug an old well,
first and foremost are the folks in the Water Well Driller/Pump Installer section of TDLR. You can contact that
department at (512) 463-7880.
Large hand dug and bored wells 36-inches or greater in diameter to one hundred (100) feet in depth may be
plugged by back filling with compacted clay or caliche to surface. All removable debris shall be removed from the
well. If the well contains standing water, it shall be chlorinated by adding chlorine bleach at a rate of one (1) gallon of bleach for every five hundred (500) gallons of standing water. The backfill material shall be mounded above
the surrounding surface to compensate for settling.
CONSERVATION CORNER
Smaller diameter wells are a little more complex and can require that all or part of the casing is removed and
filled with bentonite or cement. For additional information go to http://www.license.state.tx.us/wwd/
wwdrules.htm#76104 , and/or http://www.license.state.tx.us/wwd/plugging-guide.pdf. As always, you can also
contact us here at District for more information at (409) 383-1577.
CONSERVE WATER—BE WEATHER WISE
Recent predictions indicate that southeast Texas may be in for some very cold weather this winter. Be sure
you’re ready for any hard freezes to prevent bursting pipes, which can waste thousands of gallons of water in a
very short time.
 Insulate the pipes in your attic spaces and crawl spaces, as well as any outside spigots and faucets.
 If you are expecting a hard freeze and have pipes exposed to the cold air you may want to consider allowing
the spigot to drip. Yes, it sounds like you are wasting water, but you will waste a lot more if any of your
pipes burst, not to mention any damage caused by the flooding.
 Keep on eye out for leaks during freezing periods and know where your shut off valve is. The faster you
can turn that water off if a pipe bursts, the less water that will be wasted.
 If you are going out of town this winter, consider turning off your water at the meter to prevent a catastrophic leak while you are away from home.
 Another great way to save water is to use a shower/tub bucket. Ever notice how much water you waste
waiting for that cold water to warm up before you get into the shower? Collect the water and use it to water some plants or even flush a toilet. This trick can be used year round!
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Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District
P.O. Box 1407, Jasper, TX 75951
(409) 383-1577, www.setgcd.org
“We forget that the water cycle and the life cycle are one!
Jacques Cousteau
WATER FACTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January 1, 2014
January 9, 2014
January 20, 2014
February 13, 2014
February 17, 2014
March 13, 2014
April 10, 2014
New Years Day — District office
closed
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
MLK Day — District office closed
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
Presidents Day — District office
closed
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX
April 18, 2014
Good Friday — District office closed
May 8, 2014
SETGCD — Regular meeting of the
Board, in Kirbyville, TX

It is estimated that it takes 2.5
billion gallons of water per day to
irrigate the world’s golf courses.

300 million gallons of water are
needed each day to produce a
single day’s supply of newsprint.

Nevada is the driest state in the
nation with an average annual
rainfall of 7 inches.
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Water is the only natural substance found in all three physical
states, liquid, solid and gas.
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“Pure” water is not found in natural settings. It will always contain dissolved minerals.

The city of New York uses over 1
billion gallons of water per day.
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Angelina and Neches River Authority
Artesian Springs
Batson Lumber Co.
Bon Wier W.S.C.
Brookeland Fresh Water Supply District
Buck Springs Bottled Water Co.
Bullocks Mobile Home Park
Burkeville W.S.C.
Cartwright Springs, LTD
Chester W.S.C.
City of Beaumont
City of Browndell
City of Colmesneil
City of Jasper
City of Kirbyville
City of Kountze
City of Newton
City of Silsbee
City of Sour Lake
City of Woodville
Craig Worsley
Cougar Country W.S.C
Crown Pine Timber 1, L.P.
Cypress Creek W.S.C.
Doucette Water System
East Newton W.S.C.
Early Childhood Development Center
East Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc
Evadale W.C. & I.D. #1
ExxonMobil Oil Corporation
Mike Bruce
Hardin County W.C. & I.D. #1
Harrisburg WSC
H & H Timber Comapany, Inc.
Holly-Huff W.S.C.
330 Main Street, Suite #3
Sealy
P.O. Box 387
Lufkin
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Newton
P.O. Box 444
Batson
P.O. Box 167
Bon Wier
P.O. Box 5350
Jasper
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Silsbee
P.O. Box 220
Burkeville
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Gainesville
P.O. Box 87
Chester
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Beaumont
P.O. Box 430
Brookeland
P.O. Box 144
Colmesneil
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Jasper
107 S. Elizabeth
Kirbyville
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Kountze
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Newton
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Silsbee
625 Hwy. 105 West
Sour Lake
400 West Bluff
Woodville
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Hillister
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Buna
702 N. Temple Dr.
Diboll
P.O. Box 536
Woodville
P.O. Box 697
Doucette
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Newton
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Sour Lake
P.O. Box 631623
Nacogdoches
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Lakeside Water System
Leoffler Springs, Inc.
Little Big Horn Services
Lumberton M.U.D.
MeadWestvaco
Monach Utilities
Murphy Energy Services
German Pellets Texas, LLC
North Hardin W.S.C.
Paradise Entertainment, Inc.
Pine Meadow M.H.P.
Plains Exploration and Production, Co.
Pure Utilities, L.C.
Quail Valley Estates
Ranchland Property Owners Assoc.
Rayburn Country M.U.D.
Runyan Rock
Rural W.S.C.
Seneca W.S.C.
Slash C. Sawmill
Southern Forest Products
South Hampton Resources, Inc.
South Jasper County W.S.C.
South Kirbyville Rural W.S.C.
South Newton W.S.C.
South Sabine W.S.C.
Steve Simpson
Tall Timbers W.S.C.
Temple Inland
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Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc.
The Woods Mobile Home Park
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Kountze
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Buna
1300 PR 5100
Woodville
P.O. Box 1149
Livingston
P.O. Box 697
Doucette
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Kirbyville
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Lumberton
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Saratoga
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Lumberton
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Austin
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P.O. Box 68
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Bon Wier
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Wapiti Energy, LLC
Water Necissities, Inc.
West Hardin W.S.C.
Westwood W.S.C.
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Lumberton
City of Lumberton
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Lumberton
City of Lumberton
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Lumberton
Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
Woodville
Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
Woodville
Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
Woodville
Tyler County Commis 300 W. Bluff
Woodville
Tyler County
100 W. Bluff St., Room 102 Woodville
Jasper County
121 N. Austin, Room 106 Jasper
Jasper County Comm 146 C.R. 80
Jasper
Jasper County Comm 1867 FM 777
Jasper
Jasper County Comm P.O. Box 526
Kirbyville
Jasper County Comm P.O. Box 597
Evadale
Newton County
109 Court Street
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Newton County Comm129 C.R. 3073
Kirbyville
Newton County Comm210 C.R. 2094
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Powell
Mr.
Caraway
The Honorable
Riedinger
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Kirkendall
Mr.
Pelt
Mr.
Franklin
Mr.
Bythewood
The Honorable
Stowe
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Risinger
Ms.
Wilson
Ms.
Spurlock
Mr.
Jones
Ms.
Nalley
Mr.
Muckleroy
The Honorable
Tyler
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Bard
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Barnes
Mr.
Cash-Balaban Mr.
Collins
Mr.
Willis
Mr.
Bartosh
Mr.
Bean
The Honorable
Meek
Mr.
Adams
Mr.
Russell
Ms.
Fillyaw
Mr.
Feistel
Mr.
Smith
Ms.
Hall
The Honorable
Stark
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Cline
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Batiste
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City of Woodville
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Adams
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Woods
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Meek
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Herbert
Branch
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Keefer
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Maclin
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Rogers
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Fussell
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Owen
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Pittman
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Zimmerman Mr.
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465 S. Main Street
P.O. Box 816
156 Private Rd. 8031
P.O. Box 337
3507 Highway 87 North
Rt. 1, Box 1546
101 North Street
101 North Street
1404 West Bluff
4767 FM 256 East
400 West Bluff
P.O. Box 55
P.O. Box 8065
377 Lee Rd. 354
1699 Hickory St.
298 CR 2152
329 Neches Street
2915 Atkinson Dr.
P.O. Box 1557
702 S. Wheeler Street
104 N. Kellie Avenue
404 Hwy. 96 South
522 N. Main
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Brevard
English
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Brevard
Griffin
Chrisley
Aguilar
Vanya
Vanya
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McDaniel
Dixon
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Paskell
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Bowman
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Padgett
Odom
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Paskell
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Patrick
James
Ronald
Jason
Roy
Keith
Daniel
Larry
James
Ronald
Curtis
Larry
Donald
John
Ruperto
David
John
Dustin
Boyd
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Vernon
Stephen
Fred
Dale
Wes
Harold
Terry
Albert
Michael
Whit
John
22502 Hwy. 105 E. Cleveland
914 North WashingtonCleveland
P.O. Box 92
Liberty
58 CR 3011
Dayton
1967 CR 661
Dayton
881 Sundale
Lufkin
1609 S. Chestnut, SteLufkin
523 FM 1819
Pollok
523 FM 1819
Pollok
2403 North Raguet St Lufkin
2403 North Raguet St Lufkin
2585 Tidwell
Diboll
523 FM 1819
Pollok
2598 Blue Water Rd. Livingston
671 Village Brook
Livingston
2811 Hwy. 59 S., #10 Livingston
3881 St. Hwy. 1465 Livingston
300 Jack Nettles Rd. Livingston
2597 Blue Water Rd. Livingston
P.O. Box 1149
Livingston
RR. 1, Box 59
Broaddus
141 Cowell Circle
Broaddus
2425 FM 3229
Bronson
235 Decker
Vidor
205 Shannon Rd.
Vidor
205 Shannon Rd.
Vidor
925 Scott Drive
Vidor
235 Shannon Rd.
Vidor
5650 Jefferson
Vidor
9021 Oak Vis
Orange
1555 Evangeline Dr. Vidor
123 Holy Circle
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Primo
Hayes
Lovejoy
Gore
Hickox
Knight
Schaefer
Crow
Jordan
Hayward
Fetterman
Williams
Sumrall
Linder
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Thomas
Randy
Kenneth
Mitch
James
Bobby
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Jackie
Danny
Raul
Graham
Nathan
David
Mitchell
Harry
Trejo
Ronne
Randy
Dale
Mark
Tracey
Evan
Joshua
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George
Tim
Jon
Lorenzo
Ronnie
Claude
Steven
Keith
Leroy
Josh
Lance
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Vidor
P.O. Box 12114
Beaumont
P.O. Box 82
Batson
8313 Reddell Dr
Silsbee
P.O. Box 1012
Silsbee
4112 Fm 1005
Jasper
14 Walker Creek Rd. Jasper
4112 FM 1005
Jasper
7247 FM 252
Jasper
Rt. 1, Box 68
Kirbyville
204 West Otello
Jasper
Route 1, Box 571-A Newton
P.O. Box 1186
Newton
Route 1, Box 151
Newton
3293 C.R. 328
Magnolia Springs
P.O. Box 213
Winnie
P.O. Box 675
Belleville
P.O. Bxo 338
Jasper
P.O. Box 6177
Longview
3710 Swinney Rd.
Silsbee
2415 Cullen St.
Fort Worth
P.O. Box 3009
Kilgore
8834 Circle Dr.
Austin
9095 Emmontt Rd.
Houston
P.O. Drawer B
Carthage
P.O. Box 988
Joaquin
P.O. Box 202
Carthage
336 Dickens Oaks W. Livingston
7064 Patillo Rd.
Beaumont
P.O. Box 12364
Beaumont
P.O. Box 12114
Beaumont
P.O. Box 12114
Beaumont
RR 4, Box 3980
San Augustine
15286 U.S. Hwy 259 NNacogdoches
15286 U.S. Hwy 259 NNacogdoches
P.O. Box 2000
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