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UTGCD provides overview of district water resources, conservation initiatives
Well informed
A demonstration plot at the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District in Springtown showcases several turfgrass varieties being tested for drought tolerance. Pictured on the left is Cobalt, a variety of St. Augustine grass, which officials say turns greener as it gets drier.

Author: ASHLEY TERRY | THE AZLE NEWS

The Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District may not be well known across the state just yet, but it’s starting to make waves as groundwater conservation becomes an increasingly pressing issue.

Jill Garcia, assistant general manager and geologist with the UTGCD, spoke at the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon Aug. 4 to give attendees some insight into the district’s work, groundwater resources and conservation programs available to Parker County residents.

Garcia said that while the UTGCD is one of the largest groundwater conservation districts in the state, it’s been able to mostly fly under the radar for most Texans — until now.

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