# Goliad County Groundwater Conservation District > A Groundwater Conservation District (GCD) is a local governmental entity established to manage and protect groundwater resources within a specific geographic area. These districts are responsible for conserving, preserving, protecting, recharging, and preventing waste of groundwater while balancing private property rights and public interests. GCDs typically: - Regulate water wells by establishing spacing and permitting requirements. - Monitor groundwater levels and quality to ensure sustainable ## Pages - [Home](https://goliadcogcd.org/) - [DFC/ELECTIONS](https://goliadcogcd.org/dfc%2Felections) - [About Us](https://goliadcogcd.org/about-us) - [Water Well Information](https://goliadcogcd.org/water-well-information) - [Rules & Management Plan](https://goliadcogcd.org/rules-%26-management-plan) - [Public Notices & Minutes](https://goliadcogcd.org/public-notices-%26-minutes) - [Maps, Links & News](https://goliadcogcd.org/maps%2C-links-%26-news) ## Contact ### Hours - Monday: 08:00 - 17:00 - Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00 - Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00 - Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00 - Friday: 08:00 - 17:00 - Saturday: Closed - Sunday: Closed Phone: 361-645-1716 ## Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/goliadcountygroundwaterconservationdistrict)