Drilling for oil and gas has surged in Texas, benefiting the state's economy. But as Dave Fehling of KUHF News reports for StateImpact Texas, it’s also costing local governments and the state as trucks transporting drilling materials take a toll on roads and highways. Read the full story at StateImpact Texas.
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Comments (2)
Bonnie McGuire
I'm glad to see that someone is bringing attention to this fact! Our roads have been going downhill even before this recent boom. It's hard to keep decent shocks on your car for all the potholes left by these trucks!
David Spratt
Seems like the state should have some funds available if they have collected close to 8 billion in taxes, but I guess that is not enough for them. More taxes and fees will only be passed along to the consumer in higher energy costs. It is a problem,,, but blaming the energy companies when they are paying billions and employing hundreds of thousands of people is not totally fair.