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East Texas drought report (Region E)

Severe drought conditions have plagued NE Texas over the past two years. Reservoirs to the south have experienced more spring and summer rainfall and are generally in better shape. Most reservoirs are 2 to 8 feet below normal pool and some lakes are experiencing significant boat access problems. Low water conditions have exacerbated vegetation problems (mainly hydrilla growth) in some areas of East Texas, further complicating access-related issues. Overall, we believe that fisheries will not be significantly impacted by these low lake level conditions. Many lakes have kept good amounts of habitat in the water (mainly aquatic vegetation) that will help protect juvenile fish that were spawned last spring. Fishing has been excellent in East Texas this year.

Gus Engeling project nears completion (Region E)

Construction on the new recreation and education center at the Gus Engeling Wildlife Management (WMA) area will be complete in September 2006. The $700,000 conference and learning center will contain a conference/education room (with fireplace, computer access ports, and projection screen), restrooms and an exhibit/lobby/vending area. This center will get a lot of use by area schools and teachers who use the WMA as an outdoor classroom.