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Tensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas properties
By Texas Tribune, Brandon Mulder at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· 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 Sugar Land News
The recent jury verdict in favor of the Eggemeyers, awarding them $7 million for easement rights and property damages, has significant implications for Sugar Land residents and landowners in Fort Bend County. As the Houston area continues to grow and demand for energy increases, the number of pipeline projects cutting through private properties is likely to rise. The use of eminent domain by pipeline companies like Matterhorn Express will undoubtedly lead to more conflicts with local landowners, who may face similar challenges in negotiating fair compensation for their land. With several new gas pipeline projects expected to be completed in the near future, Sugar Land residents should be aware of their rights and the potential impact of these projects on their properties and communities. The Eggemeyers' case serves as a precedent, highlighting the need for landowners to be vigilant in protecting their interests and seeking fair compensation when dealing with pipeline companies.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
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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