Refugio Groundwater Conservation District

The District was created by Senate Bill 1911, 76^th Legislature and continued by House Bill 2046, 77^th Legislature.  The District was ratified by the citizens of Refugio County through a confirmation election on November 6, 2001. The boundaries of the District are coterminous with those of Refugio County, Texas.

Our Mission

The mission of the Refugio Groundwater Conservation District is to manage, protect, and conserve the groundwater resources of Refugio County, Texas, while protecting private property rights and promoting constructive and sustainable development in Refugio County. 

The goal of the Refugio Groundwater Conservation District in pursuing its mission is the sustainability of the groundwater resources of Refugio County.

Company Profile
The District is funded through an Ad Valorem Property Tax. This tax is currently set at $0.02 per $100 valuation, with a cap of $0.05. The District will receive additional funding through an assessment of possible application fees on new wells being drilled in Refugio County. The Board of Directors hold regular meetings and the public is encouraged to attend.

Contact Information

The District office is located at 604 Commerce Street, Refugio, Texas 78377 with Office hours  from 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm, Monday - Friday.  The office is closed for all Federal Holidays.

Telephone

361-526-1483

Fax

361-526-1294

Postal address

PO Box 116 Refugio, TX 78377

Electronic mail

General Information: refugio@rgcd.org

Send mail to refugio@rgcd.org with questions or comments about this web site.
Last modified: 04/03/08