Corpus Christi residents could face a monthly water allocation of 5,250 gallons and potential $500 fines if the city enters a Level 1 water emergency.
City officials are preparing for potential water restrictions that aim to save 15.7 million gallons of water a day across the region.
Corpus Christi Water and City leaders address water restrictions, potential $500 fines
The monthly limit is calculated by taking the average resident’s use, which the city sets at 7,000 gallons a month, and subtracting 25%, or 1,750 gallons. Residents who use less than the 5,250-gallon threshold will not be asked to cut their usage.
Corpus Christi Water Chief Operating Officer Nick Winkelmann explained the math behind the new limits…