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Frequently Asked Questions
Question |
Answer |
| How do I contact the city of Matagorda? | Matagorda is an unincorporated town, so there is no city government. The County Commissioners have some jurisdiction. See www.co.matagorda.tx.us |
| Where can I find more information on Matagorda? | www.MatagordaTexas.com has information on the local area. |
| Where can I find information about fishing around Matagorda? | www.MatagordaBay.com has information on local area fishing. |
| Who operates the Colorado River Locks? | The Colorado River Locks (the only locks in Texas) are operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Galveston District web site is www.swg.usace.army.mil. There is some information on the area Corps projects at www.swg.usace.army.mil/items/ColoradoRiver/ |
| What is the status of the jetties at the Colorado River and access to the Gulf? | The rehabilitation of the Colorado Jetties at Matagorda was completed in early 2011. The work included the construction of a new east jetty and a major dredging. The channel is now 200 feet wide and 12 feet deep. |
| Where is Matagorda Island? | Matagorda Island is a Texas State Park across the |
| Where is Matagorda Lighthouse? | Matagorda Lighthouse is on Matagorda Island State Park, and information about it can be found at the park web site above, and at www.matagordalighthouse.com |
| What is the weather like down there right now? | Our weather page has some good sources. |
| Can I buy gas and diesel at Matagorda Harbor? | Yes. See Russell's Bait & Tackle. |
| Can I buy bait at Matagorda Harbor? | Yes. Russell's Bait & Tackle has live and dead bait, and artificial lures. |
| How much does it cost to keep my boat at Matagorda Harbor? | Please see our Rates. |
| Can I launch my boat even if I don't have a slip? | Yes. There are free public launching ramps. |
| Do you have RV spaces? | RV spaces are available only to Matagorda Harbor boat slip patrons. |