The surge in rainfall across South-Central Texas may have flooded roads and put drivers at risk across the San Antonio area, but it’s also brought hope to a body of water that’s been struggling for years. Locals are still urging caution, but the massive rains could soon bring two lakes outside the Alamo City back to life.
Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid, two man-made Guadalupe River reservoirs built to serve residents west of Seguin, were finally beginning to fill up after sitting empty for years. Now the rains have expedited their revival.
“The rain has caused the lake waters to rise much quicker than anticipated,” the nonprofit organization Friends of Lake McQueeney wrote on Tuesday, April 21. We know it’s exciting to see the lake full again, but SAFETY FIRST so please remember. 1. Flood flows are NOT safe for recreational activities like boating, floating, swimming, etc. 2. Be mindful of debris that may have been swept away with the quickly rising water. We recommend you save your boat prop for at least a week after the rain is done to let any debris sink or pass and reduce the likelihood of damage or injury.”
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Lake McQueeney is BACK… and it might happen TONIGHT. 🌧️🌊 Only 4 feet to full pool and the Guadalupe is flowing strong. If this rain keeps up, we could be looking at a full lake sooner than anyone expected. McQueeney 🤝 Placid — both filling FAST.
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