Alerts

Recently, inaccurate information has been shared publicly regarding the status of Runaway Bay’s wastewater system and related infrastructure efforts.  To ensure residents have accurate and factual information, the City of Runaway Bay would like to provide clarification directly from a qualified professional who is actively involved in overseeing these operations.   The following statement is from Roddy Boston, who serves as Deputy Director of Public Works for the City of Deca

City Hall will close at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 26, and will remain closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular business hours will resume Monday. Emergency Contacts While Offices Are Closed: • Public Works On-Call: 940-389-0255 • Police Non-Emergency: 940-627-5971 • Emergency: 911

Effective 11/25/2025, the City of Runaway Bay has rescinded the Boil Water Notice for Tryall Court. All required corrective actions have been completed and lab results confirm the water is safe for normal consumption. Questions? Contact City Hall: 940-575-4745.

Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued a Boil Water Notice for residents on Tryall Court. Please boil all water used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and food preparation. Water should be brought to a rolling boil for two minutes before use. This notice will remain in effect until water samples confirm it is safe. For questions, contact City Hall at 940-575-4745.

Issued: November 1, 2025 Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Runaway Bay public water system to issue a Boil Water Notice for Unit 1. Until further notice, all water used for drinking, cooking, food preparation, washing hands/face, brushing teeth, or making ice should be boiled and cooled before use. Bring water to a vigorous rolling boil for two (2) minutes to ensure safety. Children, seniors, and individuals with

City of Runaway Bay Public Notice The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has notified the City of Runaway Bay that recent testing showed our drinking water exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). This notice is not an emergency. Residents do not need to use an alternate water source. However, we are required to inform you of the results and the steps we are taking. What Happened Testing from the 3rd Quarter of 2025 indicate

Protecting Our Community from Scams and Fraud A Runaway Bay resident received a text message that looked official - it claimed to be from a law firm collecting payment for the “City of Dallas Municipal Court.” The message even included a phone number and a link to click for payment. Thankfully, the resident trusted their instincts and reported it instead of responding. This was a scam, designed to trick people into sharing personal or financial information. How These Scams Wo