Wright, A.L.2010-02-152010-02-151977http://hdl.handle.net/1969.3/21630579 p.The major economic characteristics of 5 regions within the 36-county Texas Gulf Coast area were examined to determine the influence of the major factors which affect the location decisions of firms that have recently settled within the area. Also, the resources and industrial activities of the Texas Gulf Coast are considered in light of modern economic development theory to facilitate an understanding of the current expansion and to help anticipate the direction and magnitude of future adjustments.surface waterwater qualityriver basinsriver dischargeBook