Baytown Residents Face Soaking Yards and Skyrocketing Water Bills with No Answers

Mysterious Water Issues in Baytown

• 🏡 A homeowner in Baytown's Scots Bend subdivision is experiencing persistently soaking wet backyards since moving in.
• 💰 Her water bills have surged to over $1,400, a dramatic increase from the initial $150.

Lack of Resolution and High Water Usage

• 💧 The resident has contacted the home builder, the MUD district, and a plumber, even replacing her water meter, but has found no answers.
• 🗣️ Neighbors in the same new subdivision are reporting similar issues with wet yards and high water consumption.
• 📈 The water company indicated she used approximately 49,000 gallons of water for three people, a usage she disputes.

MUD District Investigation

• 🔍 MUD District 213A is aware of one reported case and is currently investigating, but has provided no timeline for completion.
• ⚠️ The resident is concerned about her water being shut off and will pay the bill despite not knowing the cause.
• ❓ The primary request is for an explanation of the problem, not necessarily immediate repairs.

Community Call for Solutions

• 📢 KHOU 11 is following the story and encourages viewers with similar problems to contact them for assistance.
• 📞 Viewers are invited to leave voicemails at 713-521-4310 if they have a problem that needs solutions.