Where Does Our Drinking Water Come From
Water is an essential part of our daily lives and routines. We can easily take it for granted. From morning showers to washing dishes and watering lawns, clean water is available at the simple turn of [...]
Water Chemistry on Lake Conroe
The aquatic chemistry of lakes fluctuates throughout the year, much like nature’s vibrant seasonal shifts. As leaves grow, thrive, wilt, and fall like clockwork with the seasons, Lake Conroe undergoes its own cyclical changes. The ebb [...]
Protecting Water Quality: A Connected Effort Across the San Jacinto River Basin
Whether you're boating on Lake Conroe, fishing along its shoreline, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the region, water quality plays an important role in our daily lives. Clean water supports healthy ecosystems, safe recreation, [...]
Watershed Protection Program
Lake Conroe was constructed as part of a state-wide initiative to increase Texas’s water storages after recording breaking droughts in the 1950’s. Since its completion in 1973, the lake has maintained pristine water quality; it consistently [...]
Safety on the Lake
Summer is in full swing, bringing an increase in boating activity on Lake Conroe. Whether a first-time visitor, or experienced boater, it is always good to be reminded of the key boater safety tips to ensure [...]
Understanding SJRA’s Role as a Wholesale Water Provider
The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) plays a vital role as a wholesale water and wastewater service provider, serving communities, utilities, and industrial partners throughout Montgomery County and parts of Harris County. By providing raw water, [...]
San Jacinto River Authority: Maintaining a System You Rely On
The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) was created by the Texas Legislature in 1937 to develop, conserve, and protect the water resources of the San Jacinto River Basin. Over decades, this mission expanded to include not [...]
Who Owns the Water in Lake Conroe
Many people don’t realize that Lake Conroe was created through a joint venture between the San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) and the City of Houston (COH). The lake was designed as an additional water supply for [...]
Lake Conroe Customer Portal
In 2024, SJRA launched a new Customer Portal for residents and businesses located around Lake Conroe. The portal was designed to make it easier for customers to find information, ask questions, make payments, and submit applications [...]
2026 Annual SJRA Christmas Tree Drive
It’s that time of year! The San Jacinto River Authority is preparing for its Annual Christmas Tree Drive. During January, SJRA collects live Christmas trees at various locations in a partnership between SJRA and Texas Parks [...]
