News from the Texas TMDL Program
The TMDL Program sets targets for improved quality in surface waters. Communities in the watersheds work together to develop implementation plans (I-Plans) to achieve those targets.
See the Calendar for the TMDL Program for scheduled stakeholder meetings.
Commission Adopts TMDLs
On May 18, 2022, the Commission adopted TMDLs for bacteria impairing the contact recreation use of Sandy Creek and Wolf Creek. Stakeholders are currently developing a regional I-Plan to implement the TMDLs.
TCEQ Requesting Proposals for Nonpoint Source Pollution Projects
On June 1, 2022, TCEQ released its request for grant applications (RFGA) proposing projects to be funded under FY2023 Nonpoint Source grants. See the solicitation on Electronic State Business Daily. On their site, search using the solicitation number below.
- Solicitation Name: RFGA FY 2023 Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Grant
- Solicitation Number: 582-22-32781
- Proposal Due Date: July 15, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. (Central Time)
Please direct questions by email to Wendy Foley at TCEQ. The deadline for questions is June 15, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. (Central Time). Questions must be submitted via email to wendy.foley@tceq.texas.gov. Questions will not be accepted by phone. All questions must be labeled with the solicitation title, number, and due date. TCEQ has the sole discretion to choose whether or not to respond to such questions.
The NPS Program has posted instructions, along with a link to the RFGA, on the Nonpoint Source Program Grants webpage. There will be no pre-solicitation meeting for this RFGA.
Training, Events, and Workshops
Texas A&M offers several opportunities for training in various aspects of Watershed Planning.
Texas Water Resources Institute offers training in Urban Riparian and Stream Restoration.
Texas AgriLife's Watershed Steward Program offers an online course
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Contact the TMDL Program
Please email tmdl@tceq.texas.gov or call 512-239-6682.
