The Ditch Water Discovery Center, Stephenville

About The Ditch Water Discovery Center

The Ditch Water Discovery Center is a free 3-acre educational facility in Stephenville that showcases sustainable land development and groundwater conservation through interactive exhibits, native vegetation, and innovative infrastructure. Visitors explore a living classroom designed to demonstrate conservation practices suitable for homeowners, businesses, and communities. The center offers engaging educational programs covering water conservation, drought effects on agriculture, native plant species, sustainable farming practices, and local ecological preservation. Scheduled events and special programming provide hands-on experiential learning for all ages. The classroom is available by request through the Middle Trinity Groundwater Conservation District office. The facility collaborates with local organizations, school districts across Erath, Comanche, Bosque, and Coryell counties, and student organizations from Tarleton State University to deliver community conservation education. Parking is available at the entrance and adjacent district office, with handicap-accessible options provided.