Groundwater in Crockett County Is Managed and Permit-Required

The Crockett County Groundwater Conservation District was created by the Texas Legislature in 1989. It covers all of Crockett County. The district regulates how much water can be pumped from the ground. If you plan to drill a new water well, contact the district first to understand permit requirements.

Most wells here draw from the Edwards-Georgetown aquifer or the Trinity aquifer. Typical wells produce 1 to 20 gallons per minute for home and livestock use, though some produce more. The county receives limited rainfall (generally fewer than 20 inches per year) and recharge of the aquifer is low. That makes groundwater a limited resource. Check the TWDB website for the district's current management plan and rules.