January 04, 2026
WHWSC Operators did lock off the meters on Jackson Loop in Saratoga to insure safety to those customers. These meters will be unlocked Monday, January 5, 2026
January 04, 2026
Saratoga Members Jackson Loop Only
Boil Water Notice: January 4, 2026
West Hardin Water Supply Corporation
A Boil Water Notice has been issued to the Saratoga Members on Jackson Loop as a precautionary measure and notification to protect our customers.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our public water system West Hardin WSC to notify customers to boil water prior to consumption. To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking and making ice, should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.
Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. The rescind notice will be issued in the same manner as this boil water notice.
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 questions regarding this matter, you may contact our office at 936-274-5011. This notice is being sent to you by West Hardin Water Supply Corporation, State Water System ID#1000055. Date distributed January 4, 2026. Thank You, Office Manager
November 20, 2025
WHWSC is now taking applications for the outside operators position. Must be 25 years of age or older, have a valid Texas drivers license, pass a background check and pass a drug test. Experience is a plus but not a necessity. Interested persons may obtain an application from our website or come to the office to pick up an application. To submit an application you can drop it off at the water office Monday thru Friday 8:00AM to 4:00PM
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.
