Texas Rural Water Association

Texas Rural Water Association The Texas Rural Water Association is a statewide nonprofit educational and trade association dedicated to the improvement of water quality and supply.

Our motto is “Progress Through Unity.”

Make plans to join us in Galveston for TRWA’s 2026 Training & Technical Conference, July 15–16.This annual event brings ...
05/20/2026

Make plans to join us in Galveston for TRWA’s 2026 Training & Technical Conference, July 15–16.

This annual event brings together rural water and wastewater professionals for CEU opportunities, helpful training and time to connect with others who understand the work you do every day.

Register today: https://www.trwa.org/page/tech26

TRWA’s 2026 Infrastructure Survey is open through July 17.We’re seeking input from water systems serving populations of ...
05/18/2026

TRWA’s 2026 Infrastructure Survey is open through July 17.

We’re seeking input from water systems serving populations of 50,000 or less about anticipated infrastructure costs over the next 20 years. Your responses will help us advocate for Texas water and wastewater systems during the next legislative session.

Complete the survey by July 17 to be entered into a drawing for a $500 prize. Please submit one survey per system.

Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HVT6XPY

Thank you to everyone who attended our Fort Davis Area Meeting. We're back on the road further north for a meeting in Wi...
05/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Fort Davis Area Meeting.
We're back on the road further north for a meeting in Wichita Falls on May 19. Click here to register and see our full schedule of meetings for this year: https://www.trwa.org/page/area-meetings.

Episode 19 of the TRWA Rural Water Podcast, presented by Maguire, is now available.Listen to host Brian Cooper of Maguir...
05/11/2026

Episode 19 of the TRWA Rural Water Podcast, presented by Maguire, is now available.

Listen to host Brian Cooper of Maguire talk the ins and outs of Special Utility Districts with Board Vice President and Brookesmith SUD General Manager Steve Adams.

Listen now: https://www.trwa.org/page/podcast19

TRWA’s PAC has been busy over the past week supporting Texas elected officials and continuing conversations on issues im...
05/06/2026

TRWA’s PAC has been busy over the past week supporting Texas elected officials and continuing conversations on issues important to rural water and wastewater utilities.

Photo 1: TRWA’s Tyler George, Board President Mark Gardenhire and Board Vice President Steve Adams met with Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows in Lubbock last week.

Photo 2: TRWA’s Lara Zent and Joshua Howard with Rep. Helen Kerwin at TRWA’s Area Meeting in Cleburne on Tuesday.

TRWA has been out at career fairs connecting with students and sharing information about career opportunities and hands-...
05/01/2026

TRWA has been out at career fairs connecting with students and sharing information about career opportunities and hands-on learning.

We’re also proud to be a Legacy Sponsor of the 4-H Water Ambassadors program and support efforts that help students explore different career paths.

During National Apprenticeship Week, the National Rural Water Association announced that longtime sponsor Hawkins, Inc. ...
04/29/2026

During National Apprenticeship Week, the National Rural Water Association announced that longtime sponsor Hawkins, Inc. is awarding ten $3,000 scholarships to support costs associated with apprenticeship programs.

These scholarships are available to eligible utility systems on behalf of current or future apprentices, including those planning to participate in TRWA’s July apprenticeship cohort.

Learn more and apply: https://nrwa.pulse.ly/e8otn3hsyp

Deadline: June 30

Episode 18 of the TRWA Rural Water Podcast, presented by Maguire , is now available.Host Brian Cooper of Maguire sits do...
04/28/2026

Episode 18 of the TRWA Rural Water Podcast, presented by Maguire , is now available.

Host Brian Cooper of Maguire sits down with TRWA’s Mary Alice McKaughan to discuss the latest developments during the legislative interim that systems need to prepare for,

Listen now: https://www.trwa.org/page/podcast18

04/27/2026

Happy National Apprenticeship Week. This nationwide celebration highlights the role of Registered Apprenticeship in building a highly skilled workforce. This year’s theme, America at Work: Making America Skilled Again through Registered Apprenticeship, emphasizes the importance of developing career pathways for in-demand industries.

TRWA’s Apprenticeship Program supports this effort by providing hands-on training and real-world experience to help prepare the next generation of water and wastewater professionals across Texas.

Due to the weather conditions affecting Texas, next week's Jasper Area Meeting has been postponed and will be reschedule...
01/23/2026

Due to the weather conditions affecting Texas, next week's Jasper Area Meeting has been postponed and will be rescheduled. We will share the new date once it is confirmed.

Address

1700 Rio Grande Street , Suite 100
Austin, TX
78701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15124728591

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