TRWD, one of North Texas’ largest wholesale raw water providers, is celebrating 100 years of public service this year. The District was originally established in 1924 after massive floods devastated the Fort Worth community in 1922.
Today, TRWD provides water to more than 2.3 million people in 11 North Texas counties, including Tarrant County, and owns and maintains the 27-mile Fort Worth Floodway levee system. The District has also built and manages several recreational facilities, including much of the Trinity Trail System in Fort Worth and three parks – Airfield Falls, Twin Points and Eagle Mountain.
“We are excited to celebrate this momentous occasion,” said TRWD’s General Manager Dan Buhman. “For 100 years this agency has ensured the public has an ample water supply, vital flood protection and excellent recreation opportunities, all of which improve the quality of life for millions of North Texans. We look forward to serving the community for another 100 years.”
The District plans to commemorate this historic event through numerous community events and activities, as well as web-based educational resources, archival photography, historical timelines and current stories.
The public is encouraged to participate in the District’s first Earth Day photo contest, which will focus on the appreciation of water, as well as conserving and protecting this valuable resource. TRWD will also kick-off a Trash Bash Challenge in 2024 that will encourage the community to get more involved in picking up trash around the District’s lakes and waterways. More information on TRWD’s Centennial activities can be found at https://www.trwd.com/centennial.
