The water, sourced from the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer, is now flowing into the city's water supply system.
The overview
The initial delivery brings 1.73 million gallons per day, boosting Kyle's water capacity by 26.7%. The city anticipates further expansion, with plans to reach 3 million gallons per day by 2027.
Kyle's first water delivery follows the city's approval of its Water Master Plan in April, highlighting its ongoing efforts to secure sustainable, long-term water solutions for the growing community, according to the news release.
Digging deeper
The Alliance Water Segment 1C pipeline is part of Phase 1B of the larger Alliance Water project, a regional partnership formed in 2007. The collaboration involves the cities of Kyle, Buda and San Marcos, as well as the Canyon Regional Water Authority, and aims to meet the water needs of Central Texas communities for years to come.
Notable quote
“This is a historic moment for the city of Kyle,” Mayor Travis Mitchell said in the release. “After years of planning, perseverance and hard work, we are proud to bring an additional longterm, sustainable water supply online for our community. This is an investment in the reliability and resiliency of our water supply, as well as our future.”
