Reports and Other Documents: Implementing the TMDL for the Guadalupe River above Canyon Lake
Reports and other documents about the plan to keep recreation safe in this Guadalupe River segment by reducing bacteria concentrations in water.
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County: Kerr
Parameter: Bacteria
River Basin: Guadalupe
Segments: 1806
The strategy for improving this river segment includes the following activities:
- Reduce bird feeding at Louise Hays Park and Kerrville-Schreiner Park
- Install bird exclusion-deterrent devices on the Highway 16 and Loop 534 bridges over the water
- Manage the waterfowl population at Louise Hays Park and Kerrville-Schreiner Park
- Reduce human contributions through ongoing replacement of lateral sewage lines, sewer inspection and rehabilitation, and ongoing review and registration of septic-system plans
- Implement an education program for pet owners and install pet waste stations at public parks
- Reduce contributions from general urban runoff through street sweeping, river cleanups, and storm water education programs
- Monitor and report E. coli concentrations from WWTFs
To review project-related reports, visit the Upper Guadalupe River Authority 
website.
Contact Us
Please e-mail us at tmdl@tceq.texas.gov, and mention the Guadalupe River bacteria project in the subject line. Or call us at 512-239-6682.