Mary Rhodes Pipeline Returns to Maximum Capacity After Pump Repairs

June 30, 2025

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – On May 29, the Lavaca Navidad River Authority (LNRA) and Corpus Christi Water (CCW) detected decreased pumping pressure along the Mary Rhodes Pipeline (MRP), indicating a potential operational issue. Investigation revealed an issue with one of the pumps at LNRA’s pump station in Edna, Texas.

LNRA's pump and motor service providers repaired and reinstalled the 1,250-horsepower pump and motor over the weekend. The pipeline system flow has been returned to Schedule 4 with its maximum flow of 70 million gallons per day (MGD). Previously, the MRP operated at Schedule 3 or 55 MGD. CCW and the LNRA continue to work together to monitor the MRP and provide updates as necessary.

For more information, media representatives are encouraged to contact Strategic Business Manager, Ashley Marion at (361) 826-3706 or via email at ashleym6@cctexas.com.

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