Alternative to Marvin Nichols: Raising Wright Patman Lake

KETR | By Mark Haslett

Published July 28, 2014 at 8:06 AM CDT

Wright Patman Lake has been identified as part of an equation that could serve the future water needs of the metro Dallas area.

Walt Sears of the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District considers raising water levels at Wright Patman Lake, along with using existing water at Toledo Bend Reservoir, a "viable option" for meeting the Dallas area's future water needs without building the proposed Marvin Nichols Reservior.

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Mark Haslett served as KETR's News Director from February 2013 to June 2025. During his tenure the station's news operation enjoyed an increase in listener engagement and audience metrics, as well recognition in the Texas AP Broadcasters awards and a National Edward R. Murrow award.

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