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Bypass has been established; repairs ongoing

San Antonio Water System crews are responding to a sewer spill that occurred earlier at the intersection of Bicentennial Road and Interstate 10 East.

The spill was caused by a 24-inch collapsed concrete sewer main inundated by recent heavy rains and weakening the structure. The spilled amount exceeded the level requ...


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Plan focuses on sewage plants and other aging infrastructure

After nearly a year of belt tightening and budget scrutiny, SAWS leaders are presenting a proposed rate plan to the utility’s Board of Trustees and San Antonio City Council.

Public meetings have been taking place since January to gather community feedback.

While SAWS ha...


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Why is SAWS raising our rates again? Seems like they do that every year.
This proposal is SAWS’ first residential water and sewer rate increase since 2020. In fact, SAWS lowered bills for most residential customers in 2023 after restructuring rates to make services more affordable for our most vulnerable citizens.

How was the amount of the ...


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Even with a few cooler days and occasional spring showers, San Antonio is still very much in drought. Edwards Aquifer levels remain lower than normal, which means we all need to stay mindful of how we’re using water day to day — especially since Stage 3 watering rules are still in effect.

Outdoor watering is the biggest demand, so sticking to once-a-week watering and a...


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Healthy lawns can thrive without the addition of synthetic fertilizers. Here are a few simple practices that provide nutrients your lawn needs while improving soil health.

Leave grass clippings on the lawn to allow nutrients to return to the soil naturally.

Mow regularly and make sure each mowing only removes about 1/3 o...


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