KILLEEN, Texas (Jan. 29, 2026) – The City of Killeen thanks residents and businesses for their understanding and cooperation following the recent request for voluntary water conservation. At this time, no water conservation is needed.
Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 (WCID #1), which provides wholesale water service to Killeen, Harker Heights, Nolanville, Fort Hood, and Copperas Cove, previously notified customers of temporary treatment capacity reductions at the Belton Water Treatment Plant. The reductions were related to ongoing construction and the temporary outage of Plant 4, the facility’s largest treatment plant, as crews complete a filter pipe gallery rehabilitation project.
WCID #1 successfully maintained system capacity despite increased water demand associated with freezing temperatures and thawing water lines. Water usage increased as broken pipes thawed, bringing demand close to restricted capacity. WCID #1 staff confirmed storage tank levels were maintained until additional treatment capacity became available.
As of Wednesday afternoon, ground storage tank levels have risen, and additional treatment capacity is now online.
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About the City of Killeen
Founded in 1882, the City of Killeen combines a charming hometown feel with vibrant cultural experiences influenced by its military heritage and diverse community. With over 160,000 residents, the city is committed to providing municipal services and facilities that meet the essential health, safety, and welfare needs of its residents while also enhancing the overall quality of life. Discover what makes Killeen special at killeentexas.gov.