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Golden Cheeked Warbler
Navasota Ladies Tresses
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Threatened Species
Jollyville Plateau Salamander
Brazos Water Snake
Salado Creek Salamander
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Bracted Twistflower
Candidate and Rare Species
Balcones Spike
Texas Fawnsfoot
Western Chicken Turtle
Candidate Conservation Agreement
Invasive Species
Animals
Feral Hogs
Nutria
Zebra Mussels
Plants
Giant Salvinia
Water Hyacinth
Hydrilla
Alligatorweed
Kudzu
Chinese Tallow Tree
Saltcedar
Harmful Algal Blooms
Golden Alga
Cyanobacteria
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What Can You Do?
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About Us
About the BRA
About the Brazos River
Basin History
Board of Directors
Board Profile
Board Agendas
Board Actions
Board Minutes
Management
Management Team
Financial Information
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Annual Budget
Annual Retirement Financial Report
Quarterly Budget Reports
Quarterly Investment Report
Sustainability
Debt Information
Utility Consumption Reporting
Fiscal Year 2023 Strategic Plan
Operations Policy Manual
Bylaws
Enabling Legislation
Enabling Legislation (pdf)
Landowner's Bill of Rights
Maps
Reservoirs
Possum Kingdom Lake
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Playground Areas
Hike/Bike Trails
Living Lakeside at PK
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Commercial On-Water Facility Applications
PK Contact Information
Lake Granbury
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Living Lakeside at Lake Granbury
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Granbury Contact Information
Lake Limestone
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Living Lakeside at Lake Limestone
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Limestone Contact Information
Allens Creek Reservoir (proposed)
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal Reservoirs
Lake Safety
Boating
Fishing
Hunting
Waterborne Illnesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Water Supply
Drought
Drought Notices
Drought Contingency Plan
Water Conservation Plan
BRA Reservoir Status
Seasonal Drought Outlook
TCEQ Drought Information
TWDB Drought Information
US Drought Monitor
Planning
System Operations
Reservoir Accounting Summary
Conservation
Rainwater Harvesting
Conserving Water at Home
Watering in Drought
Xeriscaping
Drought
Major Rivers
Contracting
Water Sale Policy
Water Sale Procedure
Interruptible Water Sale Procedure
2022 Customer Request for Interruptible Water Agreement
Environmental
Brazos River Watershed
Texas Clean Rivers Program
CRP Public Outreach
CRP Calendar of Events
Program Documents
Reports, Presentations, and Meeting Minutes
Basin Summary Report
Environmental Services
Field Operations
Special Projects
Limestone Riparian Restoration
Zebra Mussel Early Detection Monitoring
Instream Flow Studies
Fisheries Habitat Improvement Program
Watershed Protection Plans
Granbury WPP
Laboratory
SB3 Environmental Flow Standards
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Species
Species of Interest
Endangered Species
Georgetown Salamander
Smalleye & Sharpnose Shiner
Golden Cheeked Warbler
Navasota Ladies Tresses
Houston Toad
Threatened Species
Jollyville Plateau Salamander
Brazos Water Snake
Salado Creek Salamander
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Bracted Twistflower
Candidate and Rare Species
Balcones Spike
Texas Fawnsfoot
Western Chicken Turtle
Candidate Conservation Agreement
Invasive Species
Animals
Feral Hogs
Nutria
Zebra Mussels
Plants
Giant Salvinia
Water Hyacinth
Hydrilla
Alligatorweed
Kudzu
Chinese Tallow Tree
Saltcedar
Harmful Algal Blooms
Golden Alga
Cyanobacteria
Importance of Water Quality
What Can You Do?
Water Levels
River and Reservoir Levels
Hydrologic Prediction Service
Historic Streamflow Data
Historic Reservoir Levels
Downstream Notification Sign-Up
Water Supply and Reservoir Data
River Safety
News
Current News
News Room
News Releases
Archive
Photo Gallery
Water School
Resource Library
Open Records
Brown Bag on the Brazos
Newsletter
Presentations
Education
Resource Library
Water School
Speakers Bureau
Major Rivers
Doing Business
Purchasing & Professional Services
Request for Bids
Request for Proposals
Pre-Qualification Form
Upcoming Projects
Conflict of Interest
COI Forms
COI Officer List
COI Vendor List
COI Selection Committee Forms
Make an Online Payment
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Boating Safety Check
Boating Safety
Boater Safety/Education Class - Before you hit the lake, consider enrolling your whole family in a boater education course. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) offers these courses throughout Texas, online and through home course kits. The programs, which are mandatory for children under 18 years of age, will teach your family the importance of boating safety and responsibility. Boat insurance companies will often provide discounts after you successfully complete the course.
The Brazos River Authority provides Texas Parks and Wildlife-approved courses throughout the summer months at Lakes Granbury and Possum Kingdom. For a schedule of upcoming courses, contact your local reservoir office.
Texas License/Registration - If you own a boat, it is imperative that your vessel is registered and meets all requirements. All motorized boats, regardless of length, and sailboats that are 14 feet or longer or have an auxiliary motor must be registered with the state.
Personal Floatation Devices (life jackets/vests) - In Texas, children less than 13 years of age are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) while boating. Both children and adults must wear lifejackets while on personal watercrafts.
All boats, including canoes and kayaks, must have one suitable and approved PFD for each person onboard. There are several types of PFDs; be sure you and your family are familiar with which type is necessary for your next trip on the water.
For a description and illustration of each type of PFD, please click
here
.
Lake map – A map of the lake you are visiting is as important as a PFD. A map can help you locate hazards, parks and marinas. Remember, Texas weather can change within minutes. Knowing your location and where to seek a safe port is imperative on Texas lakes.
Sound producing devices - These devices are needed to signal intentions and position during times when visibility is reduced. Boats less than 12 meters long (37.37 ft) are required to carry a whistle, horn or another sufficient sound-producing device.
Mirrors - If you own a motorboat you must have either an observer (someone other than the operator) or rearview mirrors installed. The rearview mirror must be at least four inches long and wide.
Lights - All vessels, including kayaks, canoes and rafts, must have at least one effective and bright light, lantern or flashlight displayed. The light must be visible all around the horizon from sunset to sunrise, in all weather conditions and during restricted visibility. Certain navigation lights are necessary on specific vessels as specified by the TPWD.
Fire extinguishers - All boats must carry a fire extinguisher onboard. The number of and type of fire extinguishers required for boats depends on the length of the boat, fuel tank location and type of engine. For additional information on Texas required boat lighting, please check the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website at www.tpwd.org.
Hazard/Navigational Buoys - Hazard and Navigation buoys are placed throughout the lake to alert you to potential hazards, water conditions, and restrictions. Click
here
for a buoy identification legend.
About the BRA
About the Brazos River
Basin History
Board of Directors
Board Profile
Board Agendas
Board Actions
Board Minutes
Management
Management Team
Financial Information
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Annual Budget
Annual Retirement Financial Report
Quarterly Budget Reports
Quarterly Investment Report
Sustainability
Debt Information
Utility Consumption Reporting
Fiscal Year 2023 Strategic Plan
Operations Policy Manual
Bylaws
Enabling Legislation
Enabling Legislation (pdf)
Landowner's Bill of Rights
Maps
Reservoirs
Possum Kingdom Lake
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Playground Areas
Hike/Bike Trails
Living Lakeside at PK
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Commercial On-Water Facility Applications
PK Contact Information
Lake Granbury
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Living Lakeside at Lake Granbury
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Granbury Contact Information
Lake Limestone
Online Lake Map
Amenities
Public Use Areas
Waterfowl Hunting
Living Lakeside at Lake Limestone
Lake Regulations
Lake Patrol
FAQ
Limestone Contact Information
Allens Creek Reservoir (proposed)
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal Reservoirs
Lake Safety
Boating
Fishing
Hunting
Waterborne Illnesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Water Supply
Drought
Drought Notices
Drought Contingency Plan
Water Conservation Plan
BRA Reservoir Status
Seasonal Drought Outlook
TCEQ Drought Information
TWDB Drought Information
US Drought Monitor
Planning
System Operations
Reservoir Accounting Summary
Conservation
Rainwater Harvesting
Conserving Water at Home
Watering in Drought
Xeriscaping
Drought
Major Rivers
Contracting
Water Sale Policy
Water Sale Procedure
Interruptible Water Sale Procedure
2022 Customer Request for Interruptible Water Agreement
Environmental
Brazos River Watershed
Texas Clean Rivers Program
CRP Public Outreach
CRP Calendar of Events
Program Documents
Reports, Presentations, and Meeting Minutes
Basin Summary Report
Environmental Services
Field Operations
Special Projects
Limestone Riparian Restoration
Zebra Mussel Early Detection Monitoring
Instream Flow Studies
Fisheries Habitat Improvement Program
Watershed Protection Plans
Granbury WPP
Laboratory
SB3 Environmental Flow Standards
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Species
Species of Interest
Endangered Species
Georgetown Salamander
Smalleye & Sharpnose Shiner
Golden Cheeked Warbler
Navasota Ladies Tresses
Houston Toad
Threatened Species
Jollyville Plateau Salamander
Brazos Water Snake
Salado Creek Salamander
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Bracted Twistflower
Candidate and Rare Species
Balcones Spike
Texas Fawnsfoot
Western Chicken Turtle
Candidate Conservation Agreement
Invasive Species
Animals
Feral Hogs
Nutria
Zebra Mussels
Plants
Giant Salvinia
Water Hyacinth
Hydrilla
Alligatorweed
Kudzu
Chinese Tallow Tree
Saltcedar
Harmful Algal Blooms
Golden Alga
Cyanobacteria
Importance of Water Quality
What Can You Do?
Water Levels
River and Reservoir Levels
Hydrologic Prediction Service
Historic Streamflow Data
Historic Reservoir Levels
Downstream Notification Sign-Up
Water Supply and Reservoir Data
River Safety
News
Current News
News Room
News Releases
Archive
Photo Gallery
Water School
Resource Library
Open Records
Brown Bag on the Brazos
Newsletter
Presentations
Education
Resource Library
Water School
Speakers Bureau
Major Rivers