Texas Parks and Wildlife Code - PARKS & WILD § 25.001. State Policy; Legislative Findings

(1) that the use of water resources in the state for public recreation is a useful purpose;

(2) that the conservation and development of water resources for public recreation purposes are public rights and duties; and

(3) that the acquisition and improvement of land areas related to water resources for public recreation purposes are essential to the maximum beneficial use of water resources for public recreation purposes.