Grass Carp Stocking on the Guadalupe River in Guadalupe and Gonzales Counties
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Project Description

Stocking of triploid grass carp to control the spread of submerged Hydrilla

Conservation Area

Guadalupe

NFCA Objectives

Project Hierarchy: Tier 2 - Moderate level of urgency for this project. Very nice to have, but not crucial relative to tier 1
Estimated Cost Range: ~$50,000 - $100,000
Project Submitted By: Lauren Willis
Suggested Contact: John Findeisen & Greg Binion with TPWD

1. prevent the spread and/or eliminate Hydrilla in portions of the Guadalupe River and Lake Gonzales, 2. Increase boating and fishing access to portions of these water bodies, 3. Establishment of native plant species that are not targeted by Grass Carp.

TPWD, GBRA, Guadalupe County, Gonzales County, City of Seguin

Potential – TPWD, GBRA and Counties

Project Status

  • Suggested
  • Ongoing
  • Completed

Project Location

Guadalupe and Gonzales Counties