Groundwater Data and Well Reports
Find groundwater monitoring data, submitted well and plugging reports, structured datasets, complete database downloads, interactive maps, and related resources.
Before You Use These Data
The Groundwater Database (GWDB) supports groundwater monitoring and water planning activities and does not represent a complete inventory of all wells or groundwater information in Texas.
The Submitted Drillers Report (SDR) Database contains reports submitted through the Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System. Reports submitted by mail before the SDR system are not included. Well locations in the SDR database are not verified by State staff and may be inaccurate.
Users are responsible for evaluating the accuracy, completeness, currency, and suitability of the data for their intended use.
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Groundwater Database Disclaimer
Except where noted, all of the information provided in the GWDB is believed to be accurate and reliable; however, the TWDB assumes no responsibility for any errors appearing in rules or otherwise. Further, TWDB assumes no responsibility for the use of the information provided. PLEASE NOTE that users of these data are responsible for checking the accuracy, completeness, currency and/or suitability of all information themselves. TWDB makes no guarantees or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, currency, or suitability of the information provided via the GWDB. TWDB specifically disclaims any and all liability for any claims or damages that may result from providing GWDB data or the information it contains.
Submitted Drillers Report Database Disclaimer
Locations of the wells in this database are not verified by State staff and may be inaccurate. Proposed Use: Fracking Supply was added in February 2011.
Not sure where to start?
Explore groundwater information on an interactive map, or jump directly to the type of data access you need.
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View GWDB sites and monitoring data
Choose how you want to access groundwater data
The options below are organized by task so users do not have to know which TWDB system contains the information.
Find a report
Groundwater reports have moved to SARA. Use the Report Finder when you need a report filtered by well, county, aquifer, or another available criterion.
- Formatted report output
- Search by report name, ID, description, or keyword
- Best for targeted lookups
Download a structured dataset
Use the Well Data or Water Level Data download when you want a standardized dataset for analysis, GIS, or a repeatable workflow.
- Clear subject-focused files
- Easier than joining raw database tables
- Designed for analysts and data users
Download a complete database
Use the bulk downloads when you need the complete GWDB or Submitted Drillers Report database.
- GWDB and SDR database downloads
- Statewide shapefiles
- Best for advanced bulk workflows
GWDB structured dataset downloads
These subject-focused Groundwater Database downloads provide a simpler starting point for common analysis than the complete raw database files.
Well Data
Download structured information about wells in the Groundwater Database.
Water Level Data
Download structured groundwater-level measurements for analysis and QA/QC workflows.
Find the report you need
Groundwater report finder: Search by what you want to do, source database, report name, report ID, county, aquifer, or keyword. Then open SARA and search using the listed report name or ID.
| What do you need? | Source | Report to search for in SARA | Report ID | Helpful search terms or instructions | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Well information by aquifer | GWDB | Record of Wells by Aquifer | 139 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select an aquifer and available county options. | Open SARA |
| Well information by county | GWDB | Record of Wells by County | 140 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select a county and available aquifer options. | Open SARA |
| Information for one well | GWDB | Record of Wells by Well | 141 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then have the state well number ready. | Open SARA |
| Well information based on multiple categories | GWDB | Record of Wells Advanced Search | 142 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then enter or select information in one or more search options. | Open SARA |
| Water levels by aquifer | GWDB | Water Levels by Aquifer | 143 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then choose the available aquifer, county, and observation-type filters. | Open SARA |
| Water levels by county | GWDB | Water Levels by County | 144 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then choose the available county, aquifer, and observation-type filters. | Open SARA |
| Water levels for one well | GWDB | Water Levels by Well | 145 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then have the state well number ready. | Open SARA |
| Water levels based on multiple categories | GWDB | Water Levels Advanced Search | 146 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then enter or select information in one or more search options. | Open SARA |
| Water quality by aquifer | GWDB | Water Quality by Aquifer | 147 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select an aquifer and available county options. | Open SARA |
| Water quality by county | GWDB | Water Quality by County | 148 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select a county and available aquifer options. | Open SARA |
| Water quality by well | GWDB | Water Quality by Well | 149 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then have the state well number ready. | Open SARA |
| Water quality that displays major cations and anions as the header | GWDB | Water Quality Pivot | 150 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select a county. | Open SARA |
| Well reports by county and proposed use | SDR | Well Reports Search by County and Use | 135 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select one or more counties and proposed uses. | Open SARA |
| Well reports based on multiple criteria | SDR | Well Reports Advanced Search | 136 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then enter or select information in one or more search options. | Open SARA |
| Plugging reports by county | SDR | Plugging Reports Search by County | 137 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then select one or more counties. | Open SARA |
| Plugging reports based on multiple criteria | SDR | Plugging Reports Advanced Search | 138 | Search the exact report name or Report ID, then enter or select information in one or more search options. | Open SARA |
Bulk and specialized access
Choose the database or resource that matches the information you need. Complete database files and shapefiles are updated nightly.
Full Groundwater Database downloads
Download complete GWDB tables for bulk processing or advanced database work.
Updated: Nightly- GWDB Database Download includes data tables with commonly used joins already performed.
- GWDB SQL Server Download contains raw data and lookup tables.
- ReadMe files are included with both downloads.
Submitted Drillers Report Database downloads
Download the complete SDR database or statewide well and plugging-report location shapefiles.
Updated: Nightly- The database download contains pipe-delimited text files of SDR data tables.
- Review the included ReadMe folder.
- Well locations are not verified by State staff and may be inaccurate.
Maps and well-report resources
Search TWDB well records by map or tracking number, and locate older well reports through TCEQ resources.
Live and partner groundwater data
Use partner monitoring systems when you need near real-time groundwater conditions or related external data.
Still not sure which option to use? Contact the Groundwater Data Team, (512) 936-0847.