Technical and financial help is available to help you make the most of your valuable wetland resources. Significant attention has been given to wetlands recently, and for good reason.
Wetlands are one of Texas' most valuable natural resources.
Bottomland hardwoods, riparian corridors, coastal wetlands, and playa lakes are vital to maintaining our unequaled fish and wildlife resources. Wetlands also provide flood protection, improve water quality and provide the basis for other economic benefits totalling billions of dollars nationwide each year. The future of our wetlands is closely linked to land-use decisions made by the stewards of the wetlands resource. Therefore, the role of the private landowner in wetlands conservation is crucial. As understanding and appreciation for wetlands increases, a growing number of voluntary state, federal and private programs have been developed that not only provide financial incentives to landowners for wetlands conservation, but help landowners act as stewards of their land by conserving and restoring wetlands.