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Local expert urges Van Zandt County to consider groundwater district as commercial pumping plans advance
Summary
Jackie Reisner, a former groundwater district manager, told the commissioners court that commercial well applications in nearby counties could eventually affect Van Zandt County and urged county leaders to begin education and planning about forming or joining a Groundwater Conservation District.
Jackie Reisner, who described herself as a former general manager of a groundwater conservation district, urged the Van Zandt County commissioners court on Friday to consider early action to protect the county’s groundwater supply as commercial pumping projects proceed in nearby counties.
Reisner described the region’s hydrogeology, noting that the Carrizo-Wilcox aquifer system is extensive and that recharge occurs slowly and in some cases far from where water is pumped. “If we don't do…
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