Guymon’s Water Crisis and Hope | Amarillo News

Guymon, Oklahoma, is on the verge of Stage Three water restrictions as wells run at 96% capacity—meaning outdoor watering is nearly off-limits except for a few weekend days. City Manager Michael Shannon admits the strain but highlights a major breakthrough: Phase Two of the Mesa Water Project has officially begun, with construction set to start September 1 and wrap by June 7 next year. The drought has forced tough decisions, including turning away developers of homes and data centers due to insufficient water. Shannon also issued an executive order ensuring all new water sources remain within Guymon’s boundaries for future generations. Despite the crisis, he’s optimistic—predicting that within five years, abundant water will attract new agricultural industries, fuel growth, and revitalize the city. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1ef60d478a2aa2d4