‘Peak Water Security’ Crisis, Texas A&M Researcher Warns
New research warns of declining access to safe, reliable and affordable water in the U.S., urging for better water tracking tools and immediate policy reforms.

Aug 26, 2025 | By Zaid Elayyan, Texas A&M University Division of Marketing and Communications

As the United States passes a tipping point in water security, new research reveals that millions of Americans now face a growing crisis in accessing clean, affordable water.

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“Our research shows water insecurity in the U.S. is not just a problem of pipes and infrastructure — it’s a human issue that affects health, daily life and dignity,” Jepson said. “Even in the wealthiest country, millions face challenges getting safe and affordable water, often without anyone realizing it.”

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The Triple Threat Behind the Water Crisis
The studies outline how a “triple threat” of degrading infrastructure, accelerating climate change and sluggish or inadequate policy responses have pushed the U.S. past a critical point of clean and clear access to water — what the researchers call “peak water security.”

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“We know water insecurity exists in the U.S.,” said Dr. Amber Pearson, co-author and associate professor at Michigan State University. “But we’ve lacked the right tools to measure it.”

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