Water in Texas: An Introduction

Texas Natural History Guides

by Andrew Sansom

No natural resource issue has greater significance for the future of Texas than water. The state's demand for water for municipal, industrial, agricultural, and recreational uses continues to grow exponentially, while the supply from rivers, lakes, aquifers, and reservoirs is limited. To help Texans manage their water resources today and plan for future needs, one of Texas's top water experts has compiled this authoritative overview of water issues in Texas.

Water in Texas covers all the major themes in water management and conservation:

Living with a Limited Resource The Molecule that Moves Mountains A Texas Water Journey The Gulf Shores of Texas Who's Who in Water Texas Water Law: A Blend of Two Cultures Does Texas Have Enough Water? Planning for the Future What's in Your Water? How Much is Water Worth? Water is Our Legacy

Illustrated with color photographs and maps, Water in Texas will be the essential resource for landowners, citizen activists, policymakers, and city planners.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction

336 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2008

Reviews

[Ssadow · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very clear explanation of the many water related problems that plague Texas. Good photography, good science. The book leaves you hopeful for the long run.

[Richard Grayson · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you live in Texas and you bathe in or drink water, this is a must read.

[Curtis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Informative

[Colleen Gardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good intro and overview of anything concerning water, aquifers and legislation