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Texas water officials seek more funding as crisis worsens, costs soar: 'This is not going to stop'
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Eden Shimanek and Adam Schwager , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 24, 2026
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Key points The State Water Plan has estimated the total cost to be around $174 billion. For more information on this developing issue, readers in Barton Creek can refer to the full report from news outlets, which provides further details on the situation and its potential implications.
Texas water officials are seeking increased funding for water supply projects due to rising costs. The State Water Plan has estimated the total cost to be around $174 billion.
This funding request comes as the water crisis worsens in the state. Data centers are also contributing to increased water usage, which is raising concerns.
For more information on this developing issue, readers in Barton Creek can refer to the full report from news outlets, which provides further details on the situation and its potential implications.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
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