Lakes Refill Update

As of April 21, 2026

Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid HAVE RETURNED TO NORMAL POOL ELEVATION

Recent rainfall has significantly improved refill conditions across the Guadalupe Valley Lakes with both Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid returning to normal pool elevation. 

Recreationalist should remain aware of the 400 feet restricted zones both upstream and downstream of all Guadalupe Valley Lakes, including Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid. Additionally, anyone near the water should remain aware and cautious of elevated debris along with the runoff that can pose hazards on and below the surface. During and after heavy rain or flood events, elevated bacterial levels may be present in the water, potentially posing health risks. Visitors are encouraged to exercise extreme caution and carefully assess conditions before attempting to access or recreate in the lakes.

Lake McQueeney
Refilling began March 17, 2026. 
Lake returned to normal pool elevation of 528.83′ msl as of April 21, 2026.

Lake Placid
Refilling began on February 17, 2026.
Lake returned to normal pool elevation of 497.83′ msl as of April 20, 2026.

Guadalupe Basin Conditions
The Guadalupe Valley Lakes are designed to operate near normal pool. However, rainfall, streamflows, reservoir conditions, and ongoing drought across the broader Guadalupe River Basin may influence lake levels over time.

Use the map below to view current basin conditions

Safety is our top priority

Please remember to exercise caution when enjoying the Guadalupe Valley Lakes. Be aware of changing river conditions and maintain a safe distance from the dams at all times.  

Who Do I Contact?

GBRA continues to work closely with the community toward the common goal of ensuring the longevity of the Guadalupe Valley Lakes. GBRA has financing and operation agreements in place with the voter-approved WCIDs for Lake Dunlap, Lake McQueeney, and Lake Placid, and continues to meet with lake associations. If you have a WCID and/or lake association, we encourage you to get involved with them as they are the best point of contact and source of information to ask questions and provide input about your specific lake.

Lake Dunlap WCID

Anthony S. Corbett
512-328-2008
tcorbett@mccleanhowardlaw.com
lakedunlapwcid.org

Lake McQueeney WCID

c/o Allen Boone Humphries Robinson
3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2600
Houston, TX 77027
713-860-6400
www.lakemcqueeneywcid1.com

Lake Placid WCID

c/o Allen Boone Humphries Robinson
3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2600
Houston, TX 77027
713-860-6400
www.lakeplacidwcid1.com

Citizens United for Lake Placid

Bill Fisher
210-213-2529
info@lakeplacidtx.org
lakeplacidtx.org

Friends of Lake McQueeney

Lindsey Gillum
830-857-5520
lindsey8147@gmail.com
lakemcqueeney.org

Preserve Lake Dunlap Association
Meadow Lake Nolte Dam Association

Jacy Robbins
281-702-7435
jrobbins2005@gmail.com
www.mlnda.org

Friends of Lake Wood
Lake Gonzales Volunteer Resident Coordinator

Kent Bollich
979-236-5633
kentbollich@yahoo.com

Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority
830-379-5822
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