Can a property line survey prove who owns the fence?

A wooden backyard fence positioned near a property line survey marker, suggesting a boundary concern

If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen a viral story about two neighbors fighting over a backyard fence. One of them ordered a property line survey, and everything went downhill fast. The survey showed the fence wasn’t actually on the right boundary. The neighbor “went nuts,” and the internet exploded over the […]

How a Court Ruling Could Change Your Boundary Line Survey

Red survey flags marking a corner point that helps define a boundary line survey

If you follow land news, you probably saw the story about the “corner-crossing” case that reached the U.S. Supreme Court. It involved hunters, a private ranch, and a tiny survey corner that created a massive debate across the country. At first, it may seem far from Bryan, Texas, but it actually connects to something many […]

Dam Inspection Proves Critical After Recent Failure

Civil engineer performing a dam inspection using a tablet near a hydraulic structure

When news broke about a private dam failure, many homeowners across the state took notice. The Carter Lake dam developed a small 8-inch hole that quickly turned into a serious emergency. Evacuations were ordered, and engineers rushed to lower water levels before the earthen embankment gave way. It was a scary moment — not just […]