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Agricultural Production Meter Program
GET A FREE METER
Overview
The purpose of the Agricultural Production Meter Program is to:
- Provide cost-shared flow meters to agricultural producers and irrigation wells.
- Improve water measurement and irrigation efficiency to support water conservation efforts.
- Support data collection to aid in aquifer monitoring and sustainable resource management.
Free meters will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
View full policy here: LPGCD Agricultural Production Meter Program Policy (PDF)
HOW TO GET A FREE METER
- Submit a completed application to the District.
- Wait for District approval before installing any equipment.
- Upon approval, receive a meter from the District.
- The Producer will install the meter at the approved well site using private funds.
- Schedule an inspection with the District.
- After passing inspection, submit itemized paid invoice(s) to the District for reimbursement of installation cost.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for participation, applicants must:
- Own or operate a registered irrigation well within Bastrop or Lee Counties.
- Use the well for agricultural or irrigation purposes.
- Submit a completed application and receive District approval prior to installation.
- Comply with all program rules and deadlines.
Program Requirements
Participants must:
- Install approved meters no later than July 31, 2026.
- Use private funds to cover the full installation cost upfront and to be reimbursed post-installation-inspection.
- Allow District staff to inspect installations.
- Submit required annual usage reports.
- Maintain meters according to manufacturer guidelines.
Agricultural Production Meter Program - Application (PDF)
- Download the application
- Fill out the application
- Email the application to cmarks@lostpineswater.org