September 09, 2026
BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED- West Hardin Water: All Members
September 9, 2026
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the public water system West Hardin Water Supply Corporation to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals or employees that the water from the public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking or human consumption purposes.
The public water system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by this public water system used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory results indicating that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of September 9, 2026.
The initial boil water notice was issued on September 2, 2026 and is no longer in effect as of September 9, 2026. The water is safe for consumption.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. If you have any questions concerning this matter, you may contact our office at (936) 274-5011. This notice is being sent to you by West Hardin Water Supply Corporation, 16707 FM 770, Saratoga, Texas. State Water System ID # 1000055. Rescind date distributed: September 9, 2026. Thank You, Office Manager
June 26, 2026
WATER RATE INCREASE
The average water rate for the State of Texas was $35.00 in 2022 and is expected to be $45.00 this year. With average inflation of 4.3% for the past four years and 30% increase in the cost of doing business, our system has been behind the average for some time. West Hardin Water Supply Corporation will be going up to $35.15 on the base rate and to $5.74 on the Uniform cost per thousand on the September 2026 bill. We have been earnestly searching out grants to help with needed work since 2023 and will continue to search for grant money to keep water rates as low as possible.
West Hardin Water Supply Corporation has identified existing infrastructure needs and is implementing a Capital Improvements Plan; Well #5 in Batson and new 100,000-gallon storage tank, Replacement of 6” line on Hwy 105, New Well #6 (due to age of Well #1 and Well #2), Rehab/Demo existing Batson standpipe, 50,000-gallon Thicket Tank inlet valve Rehabilitation, 2.5” Water Line Replacement along FM 2798, Replace Existing Transfer Pumps/Motors at Batson Plant. The largest amount of this increase will be designated for the capital improvements, with our priority on the Batson Well #5.
Since 2023 expenses above normal operating cost due to well failures and aging infrastructure have increased. Wells #3 and #4 have been relined and pumps down sized, reducing the production capability. Well #1 is being serviced and inspected due to increased sand production. WHWS has been working with engineering to obtain all permits for a new well in Batson. The cost of borrowing capital is, 1-million-dollar 30-year loan at present rates would be pay back of 1.8 million.
The West Hardin WSC is currently seeking applications to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors. You can pick up an application at the office or on our website at westhardinwsc.myruralwater.com
To be eligible for this position, applicants must be a current member of the West Hardin WSC.
Once all applications have been received, members will be notified and given opportunity to vote for their preferred candidate. Voting will take place in person at the West Hardin WSC Office. Please note that only one vote per membership will be permitted, and only current WHWSC members are eligible to vote.
We will announce the dates for submitting applications, as well as the dates and times for voting, in the near future.
April 29, 2026
As WHWSC Operators are out and about in the community the State has required them to watch for 3 violations:
1) Multi-tap connections: State requires only 1 dwelling per meter (Texas Administrative Code 16TAC 24.169(a)(4)
2) Cross Contamination ConnectionTCEQ (Private Wells and Water Supply Water both hooked up to the residence)
3) Sewer Cross Contamination
We are not searching these violations out but as members brings one of the violations to our attention we will need to investigate.
But upon discovering either by notification from the public or by daily functions of the operators we then have to address those violations.
Our mission is simple: to serve, represent, support and strengthen West Hardin Water Supply Corporation.
February 03, 2026
We are accepting applications for office part time as needed position. You can pick up an application in the office or obtain one from our website westhardinwsc.myruralwater.com. All applications must be submitted to the office during business hours.
October 22, 2025
West Hardin Water Supply Corporation Update
October 22, 2025
We want to share the latest update on our ongoing efforts to restore and improve the water system for all West Hardin Water Supply Corporation (WHWSC) members.
WHWSC continues to make progress on system repairs and long-term improvements.
On October 7, WHWSC met with State Representative Janis Holt, TCEQ, TDEM, TWDB, Quantified Ventures, County Judge Wayne McDaniel, and other county officials and state agencies to discuss funding options for infrastructure projects. On October 21, WHWSC again met with Representative Holt's office and Quantified Ventures to begin preparing a Project Information Form (PIF) for submission to the Texas Water Development Board.
Over the past two years, both the Batson and Thicket wells have faced major mechanical issues, including damaged casings, pump failures, and sand infiltration. Engineers have recommended relining and resizing the wells to restore safe, reliable service. Repair costs to date have exceeded $437,000, with new well construction bids estimated at $800,000 for Batson and $400,000 for Thicket.
Replacement parts for the Batson well are expected to arrive October 30, with work, testing, and sampling projected to be complete by the third week of November. After the repairs are made to the liner in November, we are hopeful we can end the boil water notice. However, we cannot guarantee that until the next steps of repairs are completed and the system has passed all required testing.
WHWSC is actively seeking state and federal funding through the TWDB and GLO, and has been working closely with Representative Holt's office to identify additional grant opportunities.
We appreciate everyone across the system for conserving water during this time. Your efforts have helped WHWSC maintain pressure in Batson using supply from the Thicket and Honey Island wells.
For the Batson memers only: Please continue to boil water until further notice. WHWSC will continue distributing bottled water to customers while repairs and testing are underway.
Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work diligently to make these necessary repairs and restore full service. Together, we are working to strengthen and secure a dependable water system for our community.
