CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Mathis is racing against time to secure its water supply as drought conditions continue to strain Lake Corpus Christi.
City crews have begun drilling the first of two new groundwater wells near the Mathis water plant, just off FM 1068. Officials say the move is critical as lake levels continue to drop and the margin for error shrinks.
A test well is expected to be completed soon to determine whether the groundwater meets drinking water standards. City leaders anticipate the water will be somewhat salty, meaning it would likely be blended with existing lake water…