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Stage 3 Water Restrictions. 1. No watering allowed. 2. Drip irrigation for foundation and garden is allowed every other week on the designated watering day. 3. Hand watering of the home foundations, trees, vegetable gardens, shrubs and potted plants is allowed any day with a handheld hose, bucket, or small watering can. 4. Swimming ppols can be maintained but must have covers when not in use. 5. Home car washing is limited to bucket (five gallon) washing on the designated watering day.

City Seeking Long-Term Solution for Low Water Levels at West Guth Detention Pond

March 21, 2025

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department has initiated a project at West Guth Park to address the low water level in the detention pond caused by the severe drought impacting the region. The pond serves as a stormwater detention pond for runoff.

Engineers are working with Corpus Christi Water (CCW) on a proposed groundwater well that would feed into the detention pond to maintain a specific water level. Weather permitting, the design and construction phase will be completed in August.

The City cannot refill the detention pond while under Stage 3 water restrictions. Additionally, Type 1 reclaimed water cannot be used in the pond, as it may contaminate the groundwater.

“We acknowledge the public's concerns regarding wildlife at the pond,” said Captain Wesley Growth, Texas Parks & Wildlife Region 8. “However, wildlife are resilient creatures that will seek out available water sources. They possess an admirable ability to adapt to their environment.”

For more information, media representatives may contact Santos Villarreal, Senior Public Information Officer, at (361) 826-3490 or santosv@cctexas.com.