Resources for Marina Operators and Communities

Clean Boating Tips (PDF)
Tips for boaters to help preserve Texas waterways.

Fishing and Boating Services - TPWD
Lots of useful information about popular aquatic activities from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.

Hurricane Preparedness Guidelines for Marinas
Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) guide for marinas for preparing for hurricanes and severe weather.

Marina Pump-out Stations in Texas
A list of marinas with pump-out stations for boaters on Texas waterways.

Native Plant Society of Texas
Landscaping with native plants reduces environmental impacts on marina basins, saves money by using less water, needs less maintenance.

SBLGA
The Small Business and Local Government Assistance (SBLGA) program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provides confidential technical assistance without the threat of enforcement.

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
Storm water drainage presents an unusual (and unpredictable) challenge for marinas. Visit this page to access the SWPPP template and view a sample plan so your marina can be prepared to handle the issue before it's too late.

TCEQ Pumpout Application and Registration Form (PDF)
Application to certify a Marina's pumpout facilities.

Texas Lake Finder
Use this tool from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department to locate lakes around the state.

Clean Texas Marina Program Sponsor Websites
Please visit our sponsor's websites to learn more about their organizations and the effots they support.

Marina Association of Texas

Texas Sea Grant College Program

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD)