SpaceX Water Pipeline to Starbase: What It Means for Residents
SpaceX is building a water pipeline to Starbase. Here's how it affects employees, nearby residents, and the future of the private city.
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SpaceX Water Pipeline to Starbase: What It Means for Residents SpaceX Water Pipeline to Starbase: Access, Control, and Community Impact SpaceX is laying the groundwork—literally—for a major infrastructure shift at Starbase, Texas. The company is building a dedicated water pipeline that will stretch from Brownsville directly to its private development, marking the end of water deliveries by truck. For those asking whether this move gives SpaceX full control over water access in the area, the answer is complex. The new pipeline isn't just about convenience—it's a defining step toward transforming Starbase into a self-contained, company-run community. And the fine print of who gets access to this water, and under what conditions, could have long-term implications for employees and nearby residents alike. Image Credits:SpaceX Why SpaceX Needs a Water Pipeline to Starbase Water has always been a limiting factor at Starbase. Until now, SpaceX relied on daily truckloads to supply potable water to the remote location. These deliveries, capped at 60,0…