The City of Boerne is taking another step toward its continued environmental conservation and infrastructure maintenance with vegetation removal at Boerne Lake Dam.
The project, funded in part by a grant from the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB), addresses recommendations made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) following annual inspections.
The nearly $60,000 grant, of which the City of Boerne is contributing 10 percent, is funding the removal of brush and weeds, primarily willow Baccharis, from the lake-side of the dams. The area at Boerne City Lake measures approximately 4,200 feet by 73 feet, which is nearly seven acres of land.
“Maintaining these structures is about more than compliance, it’s about ensuring the long-term health of our water resources and upholding Boerne’s commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Jeff Carroll, the City’s director of Engineering and Mobility. “By keeping the dam clear, we’re improving safety, functionality, and sustainability.”
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After soliciting bids from multiple contractors, the City awarded the project to Chemical Weed. The work, which is already underway, involves hand-cutting the overgrowth and chipping the removed vegetation on the backside of the dams. The project is expected to wrap up by March 10.
This initiative is part of a broader citywide effort to enhance Boerne’s waterways. In recent months, crews removed hundreds of old tires from Boerne Lake.
“These projects align with our focus on conservation and responsible land management,” Carroll said. “We want Boerne Lake to remain a clean, thriving natural resource for our community and future generations.”
With this latest effort completed, City officials continue to explore additional opportunities to enhance Boerne’s environmental resilience.
