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Construction Commences on Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid Dams

Construction is currently underway to replace the dams at Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid, located in New Braunfels, Texas. The Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA) has issued 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, taking into… Read more »

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Prohibited and Restricted Unsafe Zones Updated

The prohibited and restricted unsafe zones on the Guadalupe Valley Lakes have been lifted. These zones were established by GBRA Ordinances in 2019 and 2020 due to safety concerns associated with aging spillgates and in compliance with a temporary injunction. On April 19, 2023, the GBRA Board of Directors repealed these Ordinances following the dissolution… Read more »

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Guadalupe Valley Lakes Litigation Dismissed

On March 1, 2023, the Fourth Court of Appeals issued a definitive order, ruling that all causes of action brought by the Plaintiffs in the case of Williams v. GBRA against GBRA, as well as GBRA’s claims for attorneys’ fees and costs, are dismissed with prejudice. This final judgment signifies the resolution of the legal… Read more »