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The South Llano River Project The South Llano River is a true gem of the Texas Hill Country. Its spring-fed flows are legendary among outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Serving as both a diverse and productive natural ecosystem and as a water supply resource, the South Llano River is an integral component of the community. Preserving its flows are not only an environmental issue, but also an economic, cultural, and historical one as well. Environmental Defense Fund's South Llano River Project was initiated in early 2008 to begin discussions with local and regional stakeholders on the interest and feasibility of developing a plan of action to ensure the long-term protection of this rich and unique resource. Work will initially focus on the South Llano River, however there is potential for eventually widening the project area to include the greater Llano River watershed. Project Personnel Tyson Broad, tyson@ctesc.net, 325.248.3137 Land of Living Waters Report This report gives an overview of the state of the South Llano River and outlines the pressing water resource issues facing the general area. It also characterizes the importance of the river to both the local community, and the Central Texas region as a whole. The report is available online. Hard copies of the report are available on request by contacting us via e-mail or via telephone at 325.248.3137.  Read the Press Release Download the report James River Report, a Llano River Tributary This report gives an overview of the state of the James River, known by some as the "unknown river of central Texas," and outlines the pressing water resource issues facing the general area. The report also characterizes the importance of the river to both the local community, and the Central Texas region as a whole. The report is available online and hard copies are available on request by contacting us via e-mail or via telephone at 325.248.3137. Read the Press Release Download the report Project Timeline August 2009 The South Llano Watershed Alliance launches a website at http://www.southllano.org. Up-to-date Alliance meeting information can be found here, along with information related to the watershed. May 30th, 2009 The Alliance will meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Texas Tech Llano River Field Station Cafeteria in Junction. We'll get an update on the current Texas Legislative Session, and also discuss the Alliance's proposed bylaws, budget, and nominations for the Board of Directors. March 27th, 2009 The Alliance hosted a community discussion on Brush Management in the Edwards Plateau. We heard from experts on the ins and outs of Brush Management and Cedar "Control": what's involved, how it works, what are the benefits and drawbacks, what resources are available to landowners, how wildlife fits in to the picture, etc. January 2009 Llano River stakeholders met again to discuss next steps for forming a local coalition focused on protecting the flows of the South Llano River and it's associated springs. The organization's name - South Llano Watershed Alliance - was chosen and a mission statement was developed: To preserve and enhance the South Llano River and adjoining watersheds by encouraging land and water stewardship through collaboration, education, and community participation. November 2008 November Workshop a Success!! More than 76 people came from communities up and down the Llano River to attend the South Llano River Workshop on Saturday, November 15th. Attendees included landowners, community leaders, and resource agency representatives interested in discussing shared concerns for the flows of the South Llano River and its springs. How to be a part of Future Discussions Caroline Runge put it best at the workshop when she said "In West Texas, when we recognize problems, we take action." Along these lines, participants wanted to form an e-mail list-serve to facilitate continued discussions and share information and resources about the river. To sign up to be included in the e-mail list-serve or to be notified of future happenings, contact Tyson Broad at tyson@ctesc.net or via telephone at (325) 248-3137.  back to top
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