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Water Wells and the Groundwater District in Kinney County

Kinney County Home & Property

Las Moras, Mud, and Pinto springs make groundwater feel visible in Kinney County. TWDB's county model focuses on the Edwards (Balcones Fault Zone) and Edwards-Trinity (Plateau) aquifers under the county.

The Kinney County Groundwater Conservation District is also one of the local taxing units listed by the Comptroller. For a rural tract, that means a well is not just between you and a driller.

Before drilling or changing a well, start with the district and ask what local rules apply. It is better to learn that on paper than after a rig is scheduled.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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