Hunters encouraged to watch for abandoned wells

  • The County Fair entries were tough contenders for the blue ribbons in numerous divisions with both youth and adults participating. (See inside for Division results)
    The County Fair entries were tough contenders for the blue ribbons in numerous divisions with both youth and adults participating. (See inside for Division results)
  • Several hundred people lined the streets as a lengthy Harvest Day Parade showed off creativity, first responders, pageant entries, school and church organizations.
    Several hundred people lined the streets as a lengthy Harvest Day Parade showed off creativity, first responders, pageant entries, school and church organizations.

    The fall hunting season begins on Sept. 1 kicked off by dove hunting, followed by geese, deer and duck seasons in Castro County.

    Hunters are encouraged to watch out for abandoned water wells and report any they find to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

    With as many as 150,000 abandoned or deteriorated water wells in Texas, chances are that hunters could spot these potential safety hazards that also contribute to groundwater pollution. Abandoned or deteriorated water wells can contaminate groundwater by providing a direct conduit for chemicals and other surface contaminants, such as animal waste and pesticides, to directly enter aquifers. Uncapped wells also present a physical danger to humans and animals who can be severely injured or killed when they fall partially or completely into the well.