Nueces River Measurements — October 14, 2025
Upstream
• Salinity: 0.6 ppt
• TDS: 839 mg/L
• Temperature: 78.3°F
Cluster Discharge
• Salinity: 2.9 ppt
• TDS: 3544 mg/L
• Temperature: 80.2°F
Hazel Bazemore Boat Ramp
• Salinity: 1.0 ppt
• TDS: 1262 mg/L
• Temperature: 78.5°F
💧 What These Readings Mean
The Nueces River continues to show coastal salinity variation, with modest increases near discharge points compared to upstream. Today’s readings indicate stable salinity levels at both Upstream and Hazel Bazemore, while Cluster Discharge maintains a naturally higher concentration due to groundwater and estuarine mixing.
Monitoring shifts in Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) helps the district track mineral and salt concentrations that influence water quality, aquifer recharge, and ecosystem health. Even small seasonal temperature changes—like this week’s 78–80°F range—can impact how water layers mix and how nutrients flow through the system.
These ongoing measurements are part of the Nueces Groundwater Conservation District’s effort to safeguard our community’s freshwater resources through transparency, local data collection, and science-driven stewardship.
