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Tensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas properties
By Texas Tribune, Brandon Mulder at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 25, 2026
· 12 min read
Brandon Mulder is a journalism fellow at the University of Texas Energy Institute.In 2022, Ty and Leslie Eggemeyer received a notice in the mail that would shape the next four years of their lives. Their nearly 4,000-acre wildlife resort in Lampasas County — featuring everything from giraffes to ...
Key takeaway In 2022, Ty and Leslie Eggemeyer received a notice in the mail that would shape the next four years of their lives.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The surge of pipeline projects in Texas, including those connecting the Permian Basin to the Gulf Coast, has significant implications for Bexar County residents. As these projects push through private properties, local landowners in the San Antonio area may face similar challenges to the Eggemeyers, including the use of eminent domain and disputes over fair compensation. The Matterhorn Express pipeline's impact on the Eggemeyers' wildlife resort, a unique business venture, raises questions about how these projects will affect the diverse range of properties in Terrell Hills and surrounding areas. With multiple pipeline projects expected to be completed in the near future, it is crucial for local residents to be aware of their rights and the potential consequences of these developments on their properties and communities. The jury's decision in the Eggemeyers' case may set a precedent for future disputes, and local landowners should be prepared to navigate these complex issues.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 12 min
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What is this story about? Brandon Mulder is a journalism fellow at the University of Texas Energy Institute.In 2022, Ty and Leslie Eggemeyer received a notice in the mail that would shape the next four years of their lives. Their nearly 4,000-acre wildlife resort in Lampasas County — featuring everything from giraffes to ...
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