Water needs of Big Pine tenants would not trump those of existing customers, water district exec says
A 500-acre development called Big Pine, which aims to attract resource-intensive businesses to TexAmericas Center in Bowie County, Texas, has not yet secured a water supply deal. Kyle Dooley, executive director of the Riverbend Water Resources District, assured city council members that any water needs for the new tenants would not take precedence over existing customers. This issue was discussed during a workshop at Texarkana City Hall.
A large 500-acre development known as Big Pine, located within the TexAmericas Center in Bowie County, Texas, is facing challenges in securing a water supply for its prospective tenants. The project aims to attract resource-intensive businesses, often associated with data centers, but has yet to finalize an agreement with the Riverbend Water Resources District, the industrial park's water provider.
Kyle Dooley, executive director of the Riverbend Water Resources District, addressed Texarkana City Council members at a workshop on September 29, 2025. During his presentation, Dooley emphasized that the water demands of any new businesses within the Big Pine development would not be prioritized over the needs of the district's current customers.
His update on the Johnny L. Branson Regional Water Facility underscored ongoing discussions regarding future water allocation in the region. The Texarkana Gazette reported this development as subscriber-exclusive content, highlighting the local significance of the water supply issue for the proposed industrial growth.