City of Corpus Christi | Community Water Information Session June 3, 2026

The City of Corpus Christi held a Community Water Information Session on June 3, 2026, to update residents on the current water supply situation, infrastructure projects, and conservation efforts. City officials, including the Chief Operating Officer of Corpus Christi Water, Nick Winklman, and Council Member Gil Hernandez, discussed the city's diversified water supply portfolio, ongoing capital improvement projects such as the Mary Rose pipeline and groundwater well programs, and the water reuse program aimed at offsetting potable water demand. They addressed the financial challenges faced by the utility, including over $2 billion in utility debt due to mandated wastewater system improvements and infrastructure upgrades. The session also covered water use restrictions, drought contingency plans, and rate evaluations, emphasizing the importance of residential conservation and the role of large industrial users in water demand. Public questions focused on the cost and impact of seawater desalination projects, rate increases, industrial water use, and the city's approach to future water supply diversification. Officials highlighted ongoing negotiations for additional water sources and assured residents of efforts to manage costs and maintain water service reliability.