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Good Afternoon, Runaway Bay! As spring is peeking its head around the corner, things are starting to get busy in Runaway Bay! Starting this week, you may see crews working in or around manholes across the city. The company handling this is RH Borden, based in Salt Lake City, UT, in conjunction with their local DFW office. This crew will create virtual models of each manhole to provide an objective survey of its physical condition. They will also install flow sensors to determ

Many residents have asked about the continued closure of Jim Walters Drive following the roadway washout that occurred several months ago. We understand this closure has been frustrating for those who regularly travel this route, and we appreciate the community’s patience as the City works toward a safe solution.   Following the washout, the City requested an evaluation from the County Engineer to determine the proper repair needed to safely restore the roadway and prevent fu

Over the past few weeks, the City of Runaway Bay has been made aware of several social media videos and photos showing city infrastructure in various states of condition. It is very difficult for the city to determine whether the videos are accurate or whether the situations shown are actually in Runaway Bay or related to known current issues. Some of the issues have been located, verified, and corrected. Other photos that have been posted have been determined to be aged base

Residents Asked to Help Protect Aging Sewer Infrastructure   The City of Runaway Bay continues to experience sewer system blockages - some of which are preventable and caused by improper materials being flushed into the wastewater system.   Recently, Public Works crews responded to another lift station obstruction caused by diapers, wipes, rags, and other non-flushable materials. These items accumulate inside pumps and pipes, causing mechanical failures and increasing the ris

I want residents to have accurate information about the heavy rain event and its impact on the City’s wastewater system. Runaway Bay’s Consulting Wastewater and Collections Operator, Roddy Boston, prepared the following report to provide a clear explanation of what occurred, and the actions being taken.   Respectfully, Mayor Herman White           On Saturday, February 14, 2026, heavy rain fell across the county, with 1 to 2.5 inches recorded in a short period. Heavy rain inu

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