<p>Texas' population is projected to grow to 51.5 million by 2070, <a href="https://www.twdb.texas.gov/waterplanning/swp/2022/docs/04-SWP22_Future-Population.pdf">according to the Texas Water Development Board</a>. While parts of the state are already battling low water levels or aging infrastructure, officials are developing plans to best use water resources.</p>

Texas' population is projected to grow to 51.5 million by 2070, according to the Texas Water Development Board. While parts of the state are already battling low water levels or aging infrastructure, officials are developing plans to best use water resources.

<p>Texas' population is projected to grow to 51.5 million by 2070,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twdb.texas.gov/waterplanning/swp/2022/docs/04-SWP22_Future-Population.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">according to the Texas Water Development Board</a>. While parts of the state are already battling low water levels or aging infrastructure, officials are developing plans to best use water resources.</p>

Does Texas have enough water for more than 50 million people?

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