Alex Garcia on Planning for Surface Water Conversion
Alex Garcia explains how the 1999 conversion requirements led local leaders to begin planning for a new water supply strategy.
Alex Garcia explains how the 1999 conversion requirements led local leaders to begin planning for a new water supply strategy.
Joe B. Allen recounts - the Authority’s formation—from early conversion planning and legislative action to negotiations with the City of Houston
Dan Sallee recalls recognizing the need for a coordinated approach to surface water conversion. A lunch with Wayne Ahrens and Jim Boone helped begin the effort that ultimately led to the Authority’s creation.
Chase Juhl explains how the SWSP team successfully completed one of the program's most technically demanding tunneling efforts.
Mark Janneck explains why understanding the scale of the regional system often encourages residents to think differently about water conservation.
Josh Metcalf explains how the "Long Tunnel" became one of the most significant engineering achievements of the project.
The scale of the Authority's infrastructure is difficult to appreciate until you see it firsthand.
Alia Vinson explains how the Authority's governing structure was designed to promote experienced leadership and local representation.
Larry Weppler reflects on how the Board and its consultants worked through challenges together while keeping the Authority's mission moving forward.
Dennis Gorden reflects on his hope of seeing surface water reach Katy and why protecting the region's water resources means so much to him and his community.