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Steel and concrete waterfront structures built for the conditions on this lake — by an experienced crew on the Guadalupe River lake system.
Lake McQueeney’s new dam is complete. The lake began refilling in March 2026 after years of lowered water levels during the spillgate replacement project. For waterfront property owners, this is the moment many have been waiting for — the opportunity to build, rebuild, or upgrade boathouses, docks, and shoreline structures that were deferred while the lake was down.
Waterfront Unlimited has extensive experience building on Lake McQueeney. We understand the construction conditions on this lake — the bottom composition for pile driving, the shoreline configurations on Treasure Island and the mainland properties, the water depth variations, and the permitting coordination with GBRA and Guadalupe County. This is not a lake we visit occasionally. It is one of the lakes where our crew works regularly.
Single, double, and triple boathouse construction with integrated cradle lift systems. Steel pilings driven to refusal, steel framing, and poured concrete decks. Upper-level patios available on all boathouse configurations.
New dock construction and complete waterfront rebuilds. Many Lake McQueeney properties have aging wood docks that need full replacement — our steel and concrete systems are built for decades of use, not just the next few years.
Personal watercraft lift and pivot systems installed on existing or new boathouses and docks on Lake McQueeney. Sized and configured for your specific watercraft.
Shoreline stabilization and bulkhead construction to protect Lake McQueeney waterfront properties from erosion. Especially important now that the lake is back at full pool and water pressure has returned to shorelines that were exposed during the drawdown.
Every boathouse and dock project on Lake McQueeney starts with steel pipe pilings driven to refusal — the point where the piling cannot advance further into the lake bed. This creates the deepest, most stable foundation the site conditions will support, and is a primary reason our structures have performed consistently through flood events on the Guadalupe River lakes.
Boathouse and dock frames are built with steel. Decks are poured concrete. These materials were chosen specifically for durability in Central Texas waterfront conditions — not because they are the cheapest option, but because they last. Homeowners who have watched wood structures deteriorate over a decade on these lakes understand the value of building with materials that do not rot, warp, or require constant maintenance.
Waterfront Unlimited is one of the few marine construction companies on the Guadalupe River lake system equipped with a marine barge. On Lake McQueeney, this means we can access and build from the water side of the property — which is often the only practical way to drive pilings, deliver materials, and construct structures without damaging existing landscaping, seawalls, or hardscape on the land side.
Waterfront Unlimited is actively building on Lake McQueeney now that the dam reconstruction is complete and the lake has refilled. Whether planning a new waterfront structure or replacing an existing one, property owners are invited to schedule a conversation to discuss their project goals.
Dock replacement is one of the most common projects on Lake McQueeney. Many properties have wood docks that are 15 to 25 years old and showing their age — rotting decking, leaning pilings, and structural members that are no longer safe to walk on. Now that the lake is back, this is the natural time to replace an aging dock with a steel and concrete system that will not need to be replaced again.
Waterfront Unlimited builds docks on Lake McQueeney using the same construction methods as our boathouses: steel pipe pilings driven to refusal, steel framing, and poured concrete decks. Dock projects range from simple fishing piers to full waterfront rebuilds that include a dock, boathouse, jet ski lift, and bulkhead as a single integrated project. We also construct dock-only projects for properties that do not need a boathouse.
Shoreline erosion is a persistent issue on Lake McQueeney, and is especially relevant now that the lake is back at full pool and water pressure has returned to banks that were exposed for years during the drawdown. Bulkheads protect the shoreline from erosion, stabilize the grade between the property and the water, and create a clean, finished edge for dock and boathouse construction.
On Lake McQueeney, bulkhead work often accompanies a boathouse or dock project — the shoreline is stabilized first, then the waterfront structure is built. Waterfront Unlimited also performs standalone bulkhead projects for property owners who need shoreline protection before planning a larger build.
Waterfront Unlimited builds two types of retaining walls on Lake McQueeney: limestone quarry block walls and poured concrete retaining walls. Limestone quarry block walls — sometimes called butterstick walls — are a natural fit for the Central Texas landscape and provide both structural performance and a finished appearance that blends with the surrounding Hill Country terrain. Poured concrete retaining walls are used where additional strength is required or where site conditions call for a different approach. Both wall types are designed for long-term shoreline stabilization and are built to perform through the flood conditions common to the Guadalupe River lakes.
We build single, double, and triple boathouses on Lake McQueeney using steel pilings driven to refusal and concrete decks. All boathouses include integrated cradle lift systems sized for the homeowner’s specific watercraft. Upper-level concrete patios are also available.
Yes. Lake McQueeney’s dam reconstruction is complete and the lake has refilled. Waterfront construction — including boathouses, docks, and bulkheads — can begin now that the dam is complete and the lake has refilled. Waterfront Unlimited is actively building on Lake McQueeney and scheduling new projects.
Standalone dock projects on Lake McQueeney typically take 2 to 4 weeks depending on the size and configuration. Full waterfront rebuilds that include a dock, boathouse, and bulkhead work may take 6 to 10 weeks. Waterfront Unlimited maintains a daily crew presence throughout every project.
It depends on your shoreline conditions. Properties with eroding banks, exposed soil, or a significant grade change between the yard and the waterline benefit from a bulkhead. Now that Lake McQueeney is back at full pool, water pressure has returned to shorelines that were exposed for years during the drawdown — making bulkhead work especially timely. Waterfront Unlimited can assess your shoreline and recommend whether a bulkhead is needed.
Yes. A GBRA construction permit is required for any waterfront construction on Lake McQueeney, including docks, boathouses, and bulkheads. The process is straightforward — a permit application form is submitted to GBRA for approval. Waterfront Unlimited handles permitting coordination in-house as part of every project.
Yes. We are one of the few marine construction companies on the Guadalupe River lake system equipped with a marine barge. This allows us to build from the water side, which is essential for dock, boathouse, and bulkhead projects where shoreline access is limited or where protecting the homeowner’s existing landscaping and hardscape is a priority.
Whether replacing an existing structure or building new on the restored lake, Waterfront Unlimited welcomes the conversation.
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