The Plum Creek Watershed begins in Hays County north of Kyle, and continues south through Caldwell County, including the cities of Lockhart and Luling, joining the San Marcos River at the Gonzales County line. According to the 2004, 2006, and draft 2008 Texas Water Quality Inventory and 303(d) List, Plum Creek (Segment 1810) exhibits elevated nutrient levels and is impaired by elevated bacteria concentrations. These water quality issues, in conjunction with land use across the watershed, increasing urban development, oil and gas production in the area, and potential for agricultural nonpoint source pollution, were considered when Plum Creek was selected for this project.

To engage stakeholders and to support development of the watershed protection plan, a suite of ongoing outreach and education resources are being utilized to increase awareness of the project and its goals. In support of this effort, the following flash movie is designed to illustrate how wastewater treatment facilities work.

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