Texas’ iconic springs are drying up at an alarming rate—three times as many have disappeared in the last 50 years.
As groundwater pumping increases, spring flows decline, serving as a warning sign for unsustainable water use.
"When a spring goes dry, that’s a clear signal we’re pumping too much," says Robert Mace of the University of Texas.
Understanding these trends is key to protecting Texas’ water future.
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