In February 2004, LCRA adopted safety standards for all residential docks on the Highland Lakes. With more than 6,000 private docks now on the Highland Lakes, these standards were adopted to ensure pubic safety, navigation and water quality for all the users of the lakes.
The standards set requirements for dock flotation, lighting, anchoring, maximum distances from shore, plus specify enforcement and other details. LCRA does not assess any fees as part of the implementation of these standards.
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For a printed copy of the boat dock standards or for more information, contact Water Surface Management at watershed@lcra.org or 1-800-776-5272, Ext. 2309 or 2405.
Note on marinas and floating docks
Commercial marinas on the Highland Lakes, including floating docks on Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan that occupy more than 1,500 square feet of water surface area, are governed by a separate Highland Lakes Marina Ordinance. For a copy of the marina ordinance, contact Gabrielle Ramirez at 1-800-776-5272, Ext. 2309, or by mail (see mailing address).
