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Water advisories, repairs and drilling address supply threats

PUBLISHED Jan 11, 2026, 1:25 PM ET

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United States: Local authorities and municipal utilities issued boil water advisories and strict conservation measures this week after infrastructure failures and drought reduced supplies. In Gilmer County and Liebenthal, officials cited a damaged water main and chlorine equipment failure, respectively; Lefors scheduled a 240‑foot main replacement requiring a boil notice. Lampasas declared Stage 5 restrictions after a major line break. In Corpus Christi, officials began drilling groundwater as reservoirs hit historic lows following cancellation of a planned desalination plant, prioritizing industrial and residential supply. Agencies issued precautions, repair timelines, and public guidance. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Sidra | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Last year: Corpus Christi desalination plan collapsed amid cost and environmental criticism.
Reservoir levels in Corpus Christi fell to historic lows; officials warned of possible 25% cuts.
Industry groups (e.g., refineries) warned they might reduce operations without additional supply.
This week: Gilmer County issued a boil advisory after a water main was damaged.
This week: Lefors scheduled main replacement (Jan 12); Lampasas declared Stage 5 restrictions; Liebenthal received a boil advisory.

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Who Benefited

Refineries and large industrial water users in Corpus Christi benefit from prioritized measures and drilling efforts designed to sustain operations and avoid production cuts.

Who Impacted

Residents in Gilmer County, Liebenthal, Lefors, and Lampasas suffered service interruptions, health precautions, and strict conservation measures due to infrastructure failures and supply shortages.