South Texas Reservoirs Remain Low Despite Recent Rain
Recent rainfall has not erased long-term water shortages at two major South Texas reservoirs.
Published October 25, 2026 · Texas News Studio News Desk
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An October 25 report by MySA said Falcon Reservoir was about 20.3% full and Amistad Reservoir about 46.5% full. Both are important water sources for communities along the Rio Grande, including Laredo and the Rio Grande Valley.
The report described how extended drought, dry soils and evaporation complicate recovery even when substantial rain falls. A single major storm cannot be assumed to refill reservoirs that have spent years below capacity.
For South Texas, the practical lesson is that reservoir recovery depends on sustained water inflows across a large watershed, not simply rainfall in a nearby city. Residents should follow official reservoir readings and local water guidance for current conditions.