Public Works

***New Drought Stage 2 Changes Begin 7/11/23***

Message from the Director

The Public Works Department consists of five divisions: Water, Wastewater, Street Maintenance, Stormwater, and Fleet Maintenance. The Streets & Stormwater Department’s primary functions include the maintenance of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, mowing of right of ways and easements, and maintenance of the storm drainage systems. Fleet Maintenance is responsible for the repair and maintenance of various types of heavy equipment, light equipment, vehicles, and minor tools. The Water Department is responsible for the comprehensive management and maintenance of both the operations and distribution of the water system. The department has been delivering a reliable supply of drinking water to its customers since 1954 and takes pride in providing a safe and reliable supply of water for the citizens of Buda. The Wastewater Department is responsible for the collection and treatment of domestic and industrial wastewater generated in the City of Buda’s sewered areas. Administration, maintenance, operation, monitoring, testing and the pretreatment program are the primary functions of the Department. The Wastewater Treatment Plant is operated by contract with the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority. The Public Works Department missions is to cost-effectively operate and maintain the City’s transportation and utility infrastructure in a manner that meets the needs of the community and supports the safety and welfare of our citizens.

Report a Concern

Public Works Department staff is dedicated to providing superior services to the people of Buda. Public Works prides itself on being responsive to the needs of the community, and although we have many regular and routine jobs to perform we want to hear from you in order to improve our service delivery. Buda has far more residents than city staff, therefore we rely on residents to help identify and report issues or provide suggestions to improve service delivery. To report an issue, click here.