Located in West Texas, Dyess Air Force Base plays a vital role in executing the National Defense Strategy by delivering swift long-range strike capabilities and facilitating the transport of personnel and equipment into combat zones. Dyess AFB, equipped with cutting-edge facilities and access to substantial airspace, trains combat-ready aircrews for the B-1B Lancer bomber and C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, with future plans to host the B-21 Raider bomber.

Proposed developments and urban growth near Dyess AFB pose serious encroachment risks to the incoming B-21 mission and jeopardize realistic training for combat aircrews. Additionally, projected stream overflows at Dyess AFB’s southern runway due to development and extreme weather events pose potential impacts on all installation missions, flying operations, and training for advanced aircraft and weapon systems. Potential potable water restrictions, wildfire risks, and wind turbine development pose additional threats to missions.

Compatible Lands Foundation is partnering with Dyess Air Force Base to help minimize incompatible development. Partnership efforts will also reduce flood risks by preserving and increasing permeable surfaces, as well as protecting water supplies for the installation and communities through enhanced surface water flows to the local reservoir. Conserving and protecting land and open space ensures that Dyess can continue to support these military functions while conserving natural resources