When wrestling legend Kevin Von Erich and his brothers used to travel into the Texas Hill Country, they wouldn’t wait ’til they got to the venue to change into their wrestling gear. They’d hop over to the nearest body of water for a dip before gearing up for the squared circle. Their favorite was Jacob’s Well Natural Area , the “crystal clear” swim spot that drove visitors to Wimberley for decades.
Jacob’s Well is more of a puddle compared to its former glory , a consequence of drought that has devastated the region, along with the increase in neighboring developments. Still, a new piece of legislature in the Texas House could threaten the Hill Country landmark even more.
State Representative Carrie Isaac, who represents Comal and Hays counties, filed HB 2812 on February 13 and although it remains to be discussed in the House Natural Resources Committee, its filing has raised concerns for residents in the drought-stricken area…