How Soil pH Affects Plant Health and Water Usage
Soil conditions play a major role in how well [...]
What Happens to Stormwater After It Leaves Your Street
When it rains in the Katy area, the water [...]
How Root Barriers Help Prevent Damage to Sidewalks and Water Lines
Trees are an important part of neighborhoods in HCMUD [...]
Understanding Water Hammer: Why Pipes Make Banging Noises
If you have ever turned off a faucet or [...]
Park Use Guidelines
HCMUD 71 maintains several parks, trails, and recreational areas [...]
How Smart Irrigation Controllers Help Reduce Water Bills Year-Round
Home irrigation is one of the largest contributors to household [...]
How French Drains Work and When You Might Need One
Standing water in a yard after rainfall can be frustrating [...]
How Soil Compaction Affects Drainage in Your Yard
Soil density plays an important role in how water moves [...]
Spring Irrigation Startup: Avoiding Leaks, Breaks, and Overwatering
As temperatures warm and landscapes begin to spring back to [...]
Why You Shouldn’t Throw Yard Waste and Trash in Drainage Ditches and Storm Drains
Storm drains and drainage ditches in HCMUD 71 are designed [...]