Combined Western Lake Levels Now Below 20% Capacity

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The combined levels for the City of Corpus Christi's primary Western water sources, Lake Corpus Christi and Choke Canyon Reservoirs, are at 19.9% capacity. Under Section 5 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan, the authority to declare Stage 3 water restrictions lies with the City Manager when combined lake levels drop below 20%.

The City will continue to monitor the lake levels and anticipates declaring Stage 3 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan on Monday, December 16.

The Coastal Bend is among several areas in Texas experiencing severe drought conditions. Governor Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 76 counties, including Nueces County, instructing state agencies to make necessary resources available to cope with the disaster. The City is currently evaluating how the declaration may be used to expedite the ability to bring on additional water sources.

Once Stage 3 is declared, all customers should reduce their water consumption. For the remainder of December, warnings will be issued as needed to those not adhering to required water restrictions. Citations will begin on January 1, 2025.

The water restrictions apply to all Corpus Christi homeowners, apartment buildings, institutional facilities such as schools, churches, City properties, commercial businesses, and industry.

To learn more about Stage 3 water restrictions and frequently asked questions, visit stage3.cctexas.com.

For media inquiries, contact Robert Gonzales, Public Information Manager, at (361) 826-3233 or [email protected].

Every Drop Counts, Conserve Corpus Christi.