JUNE 19, 2023

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON LAKE McQUEENEY AND LAKE PLACID DAMS

Construction to replace the dams at Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid is underway, with the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA) issuing the formal notice to proceed effective Monday, June 19, 2023. The estimated timeline for completion is 22 months for Lake Placid and 24 months for Lake McQueeney, pending unforeseen weather delays. 

APRIL 19, 2023

PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED UNSAFE ZONES UPDATED

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temporary injunction dissolved by Court order and the spillgates no longer in operation, the GBRA Board of Directors repealed those Ordinances on April 19, 2023.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.

September 2023

LAKE DUNLAP CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Progress is being made on the Lake Dunlap dam project. Construction began in May 2021 with an estimated completion timeline of 24 months pending unforeseen weather delays. 

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.  

View Restrictions in Your Area

Click the map below to input your address and familiarize yourself with the restrictions in your area before going out on and around the water. Please adhere to all posted guidelines and safety measures and report any violations of these guidelines to local authorities.

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

Jay Harmon
713-202-8870
jrharmon123@yahoo.com
plda.org

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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