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Water in Focus: Texas Plans for Future Drought and Flood Resilience

by | Jun 26, 2026

Nearly one year after devastating Hill Country floods, Texas is once again confronting the dual challenges of flooding and drought. As the state grows, leaders are planning for the future through a draft 2027 State Water Plan that recommends nearly $174 billion in water supply investments by 2080, alongside continued efforts to strengthen flood resilience and modernize water infrastructure.

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