Hays County, Texas is facing a severe water crisis as aquifer levels have dropped to their lowest in over two decades. The Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District reports that all monitored wells are below historic levels, with a minimal chance of sufficient rainfall to alleviate the drought. Residents in areas like Radiance are struggling with water access, as wells run dry and require expensive deepening. Water contamination issues have also surfaced, forcing residents to boil water before use.