Roberts County News

Two million-dollar questions burn in the mind when talking about the Lake Alan Henry Supply Project, said city engineer Wood Franklin.

Only time will tell if Lubbock's first foray into Stage 2 water restrictions are successful, but most Lubbockites appear to be abiding by the tougher rules.

Efforts to expand the Bailey County Well Field took a big step forward Thursday, as the Lubbock City Council approved the planning phase of expansion.

With Lake Meredith off limits for water production, the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority can't deliver as much water as its member cities need, even if it drilled hundreds of wells into its reserves in Roberts County.

Since April 1, the city has been under Stage 2 Drought restrictions. Some of the restrictions include: no washing vehicles at home, limiting Lubbockites to one day of watering per week - which must occur between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. - and banning of the washing down of hard surfaces, such as patios or driveways.