The prohibited and restricted unsafe zones on the Guadalupe Valley Lakes have been lifted. These zones were put in place by GBRA Ordinances in 2019 and 2020 as a result of safety concerns related to the aging spillgates and in accordance with a temporary injunction. With the temporary injunction dissolved by Court order and the spillgates no longer in operation, the GBRA Board of Directors repealed those Ordinances on April 19, 2023.

While the lowering of the spillgates at Lake McQueeney and Meadow Lake mitigates the risk of a spillgate failure, it is important to maintain a safe distance from the dams at all times. The pre-existing restrictions and restricted areas extending 400 feet upstream and downstream of all six Guadalupe Valley Lakes dams remain in effect. These restricted areas pose potential hazardous conditions due to water flowing through the dams and on-site construction activities.

While access and recreation is permitted along the river, all watercraft and personal watercraft are prohibited within the previously established restricted areas. This regulation does not impact the ability to access an existing dock or pier within the restricted area.

GBRA will continue to work with each lake association and WCID to assess, revise and update any current or future ordinances related to the Guadalupe Valley Lakes.