WHCRWA 08-12-26 Meeting Information (FRY ROAD MUD)
Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond the Board’s control, the August 12th WHCRWA Board Meeting will not be held at the Central Pump Station.
Alex Garcia on Planning for Surface Water Conversion
Alex Garcia explains how the 1999 conversion requirements led local leaders to begin planning for a new water supply strategy.
Joe B. Allen on the Formation of the West Harris County Regional Water Authority
Joe B. Allen recounts - the Authority’s formation—from early conversion planning and legislative action to negotiations with the City of Houston
Dan Sallee on How WHCRWA Got Started
Dan Sallee recalls recognizing the need for a coordinated approach to surface water conversion. A lunch with Wayne Ahrens and Jim Boone helped begin the effort that ultimately led to the Authority’s creation.
Chase Juhl on Tunnel Construction Challenges
Chase Juhl explains how the SWSP team successfully completed one of the program's most technically demanding tunneling efforts.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: August 12 Meeting Location
Beginning August 12, 2026, WHCRWA Board meetings will be held at the Central Pump Station rather than the Fry Road MUD Admin Building.
Mark Janneck on the Scale of Regional Water Demand
Mark Janneck explains why understanding the scale of the regional system often encourages residents to think differently about water conservation.
Josh Metcalf on the Long Tunnel
Josh Metcalf explains how the "Long Tunnel" became one of the most significant engineering achievements of the project.
Eric Hansen on the Scale of the Authority’s Infrastructure
The scale of the Authority's infrastructure is difficult to appreciate until you see it firsthand.
Alia Vinson on the Authority’s Governance Structure
Alia Vinson explains how the Authority's governing structure was designed to promote experienced leadership and local representation.