Dear Bilma PUD Customers:

The District is aware of reports of low water pressure that occurred the morning of Friday, December 23. The District’s Operator immediately responded to the issue and increased pressure to the system. While the issue has been fixed, the Operator will continue to monitor the District’s water system.

Please note that the District’s water system is and has remained safe to use throughout this incident. There is no need to boil your water at this time.

The District will provide any further updates on the District’s website, as necessary.

Thank you,

Bilma PUD Board of Directors

Drip, Drip, Drip…Let’s Talk Leaks!

Guess what! National Fix A Leak Week is March 14-20th and we want to be sure you have the best resources to keep you informed of the little problems caused by water leaks. Awareness of what to look for and knowledge of how to fix any leak issues can go a long way in prevention and saving money. Leaks can run, but they can’t hide!



Did you know that simple faucet leaks amount to approximately 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year? That’s huge! And so easily preventable! Not to mention, leaks are costly. Taking time each year to perform a preventative check, can help keep your check book in order.
When you are on the hunt for possible leaks, it is important to start with the data… Begin with your water bill, check your meter, and test your toilets. These will give you some clue as to the prevalence of a water leak in your home.

The EPA recommends the following checklist for tracking down a leak! Here are some of the best-known hiding places to start. Keep your ears open!

• Bathroom

  • Toilets
  • Faucets
  • Showerheads
  • Under the sink
  • Don’t forget the tub!

• Laundry Room

  • Check all of your hook-ups!
  • Look for pooling in the washer itself (it could indicate a source leak)

• Kitchen

  • Check all appliances, such as the dishwasher and fridge. Many times, there are leaks behind them.

• Basement and Garage

  • Sinks
  • Exposed pipes
  • Water Heaters

• Outside

  • Spigots
  • Irrigation controls and sprinkler heads

Dear District Resident,

The Harris County Flood Control District (“HCFCD”) will soon begin a Major Maintenance project of Cypress Creek and Tributaries including the Spring Gully Tributary which runs parallel with Bilma Public Utility District’s (“Bilma PUD”) hike and bike trails. For the safety of everyone, the entire length of the Bilma PUD hike and bike trails will be closed to public access during the project. In addition, access will be limited to the soccer field/park located at the corner of Winding Ridge Drive and TC Jester Blvd.

Improvements to be made by the HCFCD include repairing erosion and replacing failed storm sewer outfall pipes within Spring Gully. This will require the removal of several sections of the hike and bike trails. The Contractor for HCFCD is LECON, Inc.

Project construction is currently scheduled to commence in June 2021 and is expected to be complete along Spring Gully by early August, depending on weather conditions. Once HCFCD completes the repairs along Spring Gully, Bilma PUD will then begin the process of replacing the removed portions of the hike and bike trails.

The Bilma PUD Board of Directors (“Board”) understands the hike and bike trails are an integral part of the community and is hopeful all repairs will be completed prior to the 2021-2022 school year begins. The Board appreciates your cooperation in staying off all portions of the hike and bike trails during construction.

Please feel free to contact the District’s Board of Directors or attend a monthly meeting if you have any questions regarding this important project.

A portion of the District’s hike and bike trail is closed from public use until necessary repairs can be made to a damaged drainage pipe. The section is located on the north side of the trail, east of T C Jester Blvd. The District requests that the public abide by warning signs in the area and refrain from accessing this portion of the trail. The rest of the trail remains open unless noted otherwise.

Bilma’s trash collection company, RRRT, will not pick up on Monday, 2/15/2021, out of an abundance of caution due to severe winter weather conditions. Next pick up is Bilma’s regularly scheduled day, Thursday, weather permitting.